BEST Head Unit For 2nd Gen Tacoma? JOYING HEAD UNIT

[@alpinetactics]

The Joying Head Unit: amzn.to/4a3i9ox AUCAR Head Unit Video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaqqoZ6Ea9WEeK8

[@DevisedElite]

I Installed the same unit on my corolla about 2 years ago. No complains so far, I love it!

[@JWReynolds96]

Just stumbled across your channel with this video. Been eyeing one of these for a while because I agree it blends pretty seamlessly with the interior. I worry about how it will hold up to the heat here in UT and have seen folks complain about dead screens after a year. This is one of the better walkthroughs I’ve seen so it would be great to get a longevity update!

[@ryanhoeven7826]

Im really interested in purchasing that joying heat unit. what trim kit did you purchase for it?

[@alpinetactics]

This is the one I bought and it came with the trim amzn.to/4a3i9ox

[@tjbarlos8493]

I was looking on TikTok for my Tacoma upgrades and I’m glad I found you out man! You just earned yourself a loyal follower! Keep posting upgrades in your truck so I could copy lol!

[@alpinetactics]

Thanks! Working on a whole nother round of upgrades now!

[@danieldee2287]

I rewatched the video and the wiring harness is separate and doesn’t come with the unit??

[@masonmansitomargiela1399]

Thanks for replying to my comment in another video and redirecting me here. 👍🏻

[@fah924]

I have this unit and aside occasional connection issues, where I need to reboot- I have really loved this unit. I've had mine for a few years now and it has worked very well!

[@TheMidnightSmokerBBQ]

Did you check the settings to see if there is a touch sensor adjustment? My Teyes head unit does so maybe the Joying does?

[@alpinetactics]

Nice, thanks for the tip I’ll check that out!

[@goodc.2853]

Hey ​@@alpinetactics, were you able to make any touch sensor adjustments to the screen?

[@alpinetactics]

@@goodc.2853 hi! I actually keep forgetting to try it. It must not be bugging me enough lol

[@ChristianPerez-xd8zq]

@@alpinetacticsany updates on the sensor for the screen? And does that stereo have any sound effects like concert hall and whatnot?

[@woltertom]

I recently bought a Pioneer head unit this same size with a Scosche trim kit. I cannot seem to get it flush like this. Any pointers?

[@RustyOlive]

Interesting head unit. Looks decent. Side question. Where did you source the two ball mounts in the vents?

[@alpinetactics]

It’s this mount right here: amzn.to/3YLO2LS I also made a video about it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5isn2eJmb2Nd6c

[@RustyOlive]

@@alpinetactics thank you 🙏🏻 Bummer. Looks like they are no longer available.

[@alpinetactics]

@@RustyOliveso I got the whole phone mount kit and then ordered one additional mount. If your just looking for the ball mount only I am pretty sure you can get it from their website - offroam

[@RustyOlive]

@@alpinetactics ironically. I just found offroam website as you replied 🤣 No go on amazon. But looks like I can order from their website 🤙🏻

[@jonathancosio23]

Do u need to be using hotspot just to play the radio

[@timfrancis6774]

have some questions as i own a 13 access cab tacoma, my jvc i put in only works on 1 station am. i have all new wiring for it. also no android auto, am a android guy sorry. dont want the aucar headunit but listen to spotify and youtube music. does this have hdmi out, so i can plug my usb hdmi dongle in to replace the 1 that fell out of truck. looking for replacement. does it have siriusxm in cause i love that as well.

[@alpinetactics]

The radio works good on mine, it does have android auto, I think Sirius XM should work it has the google play store comes with gps antennas though I have never used Sirius XM before. I don’t think it has a HDMI input but it does have a usb

[@slickosootf5641]

Does the steering control work with this unit?

[@alpinetactics]

yes!

[@masonmansitomargiela1399]

That’s a most in my opinion

[@nkalehuawehe]

What about the mic, were you able to use the existing OEM microphone?

[@itsovertoolate]

I'm interested in purchasing this, does apple carplay work wireless or only wired?

[@Alexj-k1]

Great video, i don't know much about speakers or head units but is it easy to wire after market subs to this unit?

[@alpinetactics]

I’m not an audio guy either but it comes with additional aux connections so I would assume so 🤷‍♂️

[@Alexj-k1]

@alpinetactics okay i will look in to it more thanks 😊

[@Troginfinity]

The Amazon listing says it will not work with the stock backup camera. Did you have to do anything to make it work or is that a misprint?

[@alpinetactics]

Yeah i mentioned in the vide there was a special harness I had to order. Mine is a 2012 w/ JBL and so if your is the same I have linked the one I used. If yours is different you will probably need to reach out to them and find out which one is right for your truck.

[@Troginfinity]

Sorry, missed that. Thanks so much!

[@714ANAHEIMCALIFORNIA]

Im sold getting it for my 06 prerunner thanks and great review

[@MotionSkater]

Does it have front rear and subwoofer rca outputs to run a 5 channel amplifier?

[@mattxr6096]

Yes! Thanks mister!

[@alpinetactics]

You got it!

[@SebasHenderson]

What Launcher are you using?

[@cody5495]

Airplane mode must be really useful

[@CaptGreg29]

Great video, I ordered a Joying 10.1 and they sent the wrong harness. Picked up a harness adapter and still cannot get power to the unit....any advice?

[@alpinetactics]

I would go to their website and contact them directly. They were pretty quick to respond and got me in touch with the right harness for my truck

[@justlurking9652]

is there a fitment issue with the hazard/clock/airbag panel? Looks like there is a gap.

[@gsy971]

what phone mounts are you using?

[@alpinetactics]

This one amzn.to/3YLO2LS

[@gsy971]

@@alpinetactics thanks for the reply! Damn that’s pricey

[@alpinetactics]

@gsy971 haha yes it is but really they are awesome

[@msguillory]

I saw another review of this same head unit for 2nd gen, difference was that the other head unit had ZLINK connecting for Android Auto. I believe the other reviewer received the unit through joyingauto website, so I wonder if they are selling different versions. Your video shows Car Link 2.0. Is that what you still have on it, or was there an update that changed anything?

[@alpinetactics]

@@msguillory yeah I never updated it so it was always carlonk for me

[@msguillory]

@@alpinetactics Thanks for the reply. I have an 08 TRD Sport I am working on and upgrading speakers-amp ect, about to order this head unit. I prefer the volume knob on there. Thanks for the review it helped me decide.

[@evanvigil3947]

What about sound quality and the loudness?

[@alpinetactics]

Both are great for me, I have a 2012 w/ JBL and sounds just as good as OEM to me

[@RCP140]

What means with JBL or without jbl

[@alpinetactics]

@RCP140 some Tacoma models come with a premium audio system by JBL. You would know if yours has it

[@PhanOT11]

Do you have to pay for the AppleCarplay plan (monthly) for the app to work?

[@alpinetactics]

@@PhanOT11 no

[@wanderlust332]

Can you still play music via a thumbdrive loaded with mp3s in the oem usb? Also, did you have a link for the optional wiring harness?

[@alpinetactics]

This is the exact one I ordered. I actually reached out to them via email and they directed me to this one based off of my truck: www.joyingauto.com/joying-toyota-special-harness-with-can-bus-decoder.html

[@alpinetactics]

Oh and I would bet you could play mp3s via usb but I haven’t tried it

[@jeremiahmehler7132]

Hey man, maybe you can help me. I got an aucar head unit for my Tacoma. I want to put a SIM card in it but att wants the imei number. How do I find that on the tablet? I’m perplexed! Thanks for any help!

[@themiki]

1. Settings 2. More Settings 3. Search: IMEI

[@cesarpacheco5165]

I got one these units for my10 taco but the steering wheel controls don’t work 😢

[@alpinetactics]

@@cesarpacheco5165 probably just need the right harness for your Tacoma. Send them an email and they should be able to help you figure out the right one. That’s what I did.

[@djjoe7727]

Hey… how bout those. Ball mounts??.?

[@alpinetactics]

@@djjoe7727 kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5isn2eJmb2Nd6csi=t0LalEANXi2hWAyI this is it - I also use this system to mount other stuff as well

[@danieldee2287]

How do you rearrange the apps?

[@alpinetactics]

I don’t think I have tried to do that

[@danieldee2287]

So apple car play uses your phones data for it to work?

[@alpinetactics]

Yes it’s essentially just an extension of your phone

[@danieldee2287]

@@alpinetactics Thank you! Had this in my cart for awhile I think I’ll send it and try it.

[@TaylorPalma]

Do you know if this will work with polarized sunglasses?

[@alpinetactics]

I think I have worn polarized sunglasses while using it and haven’t noticed anything

[@TaylorPalma]

@@alpinetactics Oh awesome thank you bro!

[@RCP140]

Will work on a Tacoma 2010?

[@lilpelusa]

Video says from 05-15

[@vipercrazy-9]

It lists the option as 05-12 or 13-15. That is not the body style change over. Should I order the 13+ if I have a 2012 no JBL?

[@alpinetactics]

The one I ordered was 05-12 with JBL

[@odoylerules9896]

Have you had any issues running numerous apps i.e. Nav and music with this head unit? I would really prefer the AUCar but i can't justify the price

[@alpinetactics]

They have multiple unit now, watch my six month review on this one, then the Gen 2 one. Should answer all your questions. They also just came out with a 14” screen version that I installed yesterday and will be covering in the future.

[@odoylerules9896]

​@alpinetactics I did see your video on the AUCar 6 month update and the 2nd gen. I was just curious if the joying had any of the same issues with running more than one app, while you had it installed. Thank you for taking the time to respond!

[@alpinetactics]

@@odoylerules9896 I’m so sorry I thought this comment was on the AUCar video my bad! I have seen a little lag with it when many applications are running but for my use case was still bearable. I liked that head unit a lot

[@odoylerules9896]

@@alpinetactics No worries. I know it's hard to keep all the comments straight. I was just hoping I wasn't missing something and sounding like an a$$ commenting back lol. Thanks for the input about the unit. I think that may be something I can deal with as I don't need the maps all too often.

[@Johnny_p86]

Hey man, how does this unit do with the heat? I’ve read on some of the Amazon reviews that heat has been one of the biggest issues. Thanks!

[@alpinetactics]

@@Johnny_p86 I haven’t had any issues but I also live in SoCal by the beach so haven’t had it in those hot conditions too much

[@jboylightning145]

amazon ratings are pretty bad for this unit

[@aviation.satire]

How has it held up? mixed reviews on the Amazon link

[@alpinetactics]

I haven’t had it for a super long time but so far so good!

[@aviation.satire]

@@alpinetactics are you going to do a 6 month update like the other radio?

[@alpinetactics]

@aviation.satire not planning on it but if I get enough requests sure I could do that.

[@skylermeredith2522]

@@alpinetactics New to your channel, Please do a 6 month or longer follow up if you have time. I would think that all that would be necessary would be a You tube short unless there are major issues.