DIY: Easiest way to install a Tablet as a Stereo in Your Car

[@ETHANIOM]

*I upgraded from the 8 inch to the **Newest.Technology** 10 inch. I really didn't expect it to make that much difference but it has. It is also much faster and responsive. Great Purchase.*

[@nyrubin]

Hey big suggestion for anyone looking to do this. Use painters tape first! Any color and then put the velcro on it. This way if you ever decide to remove the velcro you can without having the glue bake in the car into the dash. Something when attaching items to the wall

[@unknowntosociety01]

Thanks 🙏

[@nyrubin]

@@unknowntosociety01 💪💪

[@carlosmelendez8317]

I was thinking that too especially when temps get 80+ degrees in the summer and the velcro glue gets really slimey and bakes on whatever it's sticking to. Great idea with the painters tape.

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

@@carlosmelendez8317I wonder if the painters tape gets gooey in the heat also. Probably not.

[@carlosmelendez8317]

​@@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017yeah in extreme heat it may get gooey. A tablet mount holder that you put in the cd player might work better as well and not have to worry about the tape

[@kennethblackburn8756]

If this is an install, that means tree air fresheners have to be installed as well

[@CHANGONATION]

I switched to an Android unit 4 years ago, up to this day I still love my radio and by far well worth the investment.

[@ObiWanKenBroBi]

Totally unrelated but that’s my gym in the video 😆

[@johnsys7836]

Hi I had a similar setup a few years ago. They make a magnetic cell phone or tablet holder that goes into the cd slot. Would be good for your phone too since doesn’t block vents. Other option I do in conjunction is to actually use L brackets and cover it colored duct tape or fabric and slip it into the ends of the dash.

[@hcazonis]

I was worried about replacing my high-end older oasis with this one kzbin.infoUgkxCgPI5O2AtmcHq9SJhgsCGbpAzJAJfrJp but it is surprisingly light and the screen resolution is just as good. I never had the warm light on my old kindle, but i do not use it on the ipad so I will probably not need it. I think the only thing I'll miss is the self-adjusting light, but this is so worth it!

[@mrharocesar]

Seems like a good idea until you leave the iPad in there while running to the store and come back with a missing iPad and a broken window

[@iBertz]

Could happen, but worth my luck, I'll be fine.. 😥

[@laquanny2009]

😂

[@jijodrumbeats]

@killit withfire hahaha.....

[@PainesvilleSpeedway]

Don't listen to these fucking morons commenting - You're 100% correct. The thieves who might look in the vehicle are just going to think it's a useless factory head unit, like so many mfr's are running now. I've been doing it with a 10.1" GalaxyTab on Uber/Lyft for over 3 years and 5000 rides - These dummies who are dogging you haven't done SHIT like you're doing. Stay brazen, stay strong, ignore the sheople - You have to stay outside their herds to get anywhere in this world. Just look at fashion trends for the last 1000 years - That should tell you something. Sheople/lemmings/groupthink/crowd mentality - Whatever you want to call it, they buck change. They don't like your creativity. But you're right, and it's an awesome way to roll with vids/mp3s at your fingertips!

[@MkMk-ox8my]

Cesar exactly happen

[@CoopzVideo]

Dude, this is genius, thank you! I was trying to stick mine on to the screen with double sided suction cups but it didn't really work. I've got some velcro in my tool box which I didn't even think of using but it's perfect! Thanks!!

[@kernow9324]

@Iain Cooper I actually laughed out loud reading your comment :)

[@nak141]

Me too tried the same... Bwhahaha never thought of this... Lols

[@GamersPlayerUnion]

Damn I did the same exact thing last night and works like a champ. I used the same material as well. I guess I wasn’t the only one thinking outside the box

[@barbaraeberly4235]

I love the simple solution. I have CarPlay in my car, but you pointed out I could have bigger maps screen. I would use Siri to ask it to do stuff. Like call people, text someone, etc. I missed how you have iPad audio coming through your car speakers.. I’ll watch again. Way to go, Sir. Great workaround. Remember to take iPad out when you leave car.

[@omararroyo9172]

He has his iPad connected to his cars Bluetooth like connecting your android or iPhone same thing plus he’s using his hot spot from cell phone to get his iPad running

[@DidierBan]

I like it , it blends well with all the instruments.

[@johncooper7242]

that's a great solution . Simple, cheap, easy to fit and remove and does everything you need ....Whats not to like !..

[@juanlanda967]

They sell tablet holders that mount from the CD player. They work very well, and looks like it would be perfect with your vehicle setup. It wouldn't block the A/C vents unlike other makes.

[@jb0579]

Link? That's exactly what I need!

[@sandibiagi2962]

Hi! I did this exact thing you just said ~ its a SUPER strong magnet holder that fits perfectly into the cd player slot ~ only thing is, its SO strong that when I went to remove the carplay unit, it tore the magnetic strip right off the back of the carplay lol! Maybe the sticky side of that magnet wasnt strong enough? It was 3m, so I thought it would stick pretty good to the back of the carplay but nope

[@BigDee0903]

That will be snatched out in a matter of seconds in my neighborhood 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@TheSupremeDunk]

You need to move

[@william3370]

Man he is one KZbinr I wish was bigger on this platform. He is really chill.

[@iBertz]

If I was bigger, I'd make more videos and do more to give back too. Someday I'll get there I hope. Thanks for your support

[@william3370]

CooLoserTech yea man just tell us what we can do to help out. We should spam ppl on FB ur links lol

[@manavchauhan2783]

Done it in my miata with big cellular iPad. Use VLC player, very easy to send video songs from android and it's crazy it fits perfectly. Big screen tiny interior. Looks factory like and I love it.

[@wandasneed2355]

Hey, can you post a pic. of this in your miata? I'm wanting to do something like that in mine.

[@manavchauhan2783]

Wanda Sneed I am not sure how to comment a picture here. Add me on Facebook and I'll send you pictures

[@manavchauhan2783]

MANAV CHAUHAN from city Deland, Florida

[@cruxinterfaces]

I've seen your other videos as well as this one, continue the great work, Thank you for the content

[@LMKtron]

smart, cheap and simple. nicely done

[@GhostDancer-u8h]

Serious brand loyalty here

[@patrickmunyoki2971]

I like it. It's a good hack and the budget is really good

[@knolez1546]

My old Samsung Tab 8 will work perfectly for this. I’ve got tons of music on it too.

[@stevechalk22]

Perfect! Just saved me a bunch of money!

[@huwkelvinmorgan3575]

In the U.K we have something called DAB or digital radio that gives you a massive amount of extra radio stations by the side of normal FM it would be nice to see a DAB app on that tablet

[@MrSQLifeMrQ]

I bought a tablet holder for my Samsung Tab E which I hardly used. The holder uses the disc tray to settle and it's brilliant. I bought a Aux Bluetooth stick very cheap and the soubd is exceptional. Very happy with my cars entertainmemt. I have 30gb hotspot limit and the internet with ease.

[@thevibez1292]

How do you play through the car speaker ??

[@rudisramirez5690]

Everyone is saying crap about this but I think it’s cool

[@289cobra9]

2011 Ford Escape. Don’t have a screen in the dashboard. Bought the Apps 2 cars phone CD mount. Holds my iPad 9.7. Covers the radio controls but it’s fine because I have volume on the steering wheel.

[@carlosmelendez8317]

I was gonna get an in car head unit but a cheap tablet and this mount is a better option so i can keep the car stereo stock if i sell in the future and will still have a tablet in the end

[@bornjamerican52]

Great idea 👍🏾! I have a 2018 ipad I am going to try this

[@snauspockets9924]

I've been using a tablet Mount that comes out of my cup holder that sits right in front of the screen and I don't know why I never thought of just velcroing the dang thing to the old screen that I don't look at other than the back up camera. The weight of the tablet makes it wobble around and it is very cluttered and fills up the space. I saw this video and went right out with some Velcro and boom my Highlander has a huge upgrade. I can turn off the screen underneath(for less heat) but I don't think I can keep it off without unplugging the power or something. I wanted a Pioneer Dex unit but my quote at car toys ended up being almost $2,000 for the deck alone because apparently my Highlander is complicated. *rolls eye*. I'm not a cheap guy but I love when I get to be cheap and still enjoy good. Thanks for the video.

[@edifierbass7821]

Well that's great , i've seen lots of videos doing those things like using the tablet on their cars , but hey cool to watch it again thanks for sharing..

[@williamadams2240]

Man this is awesome bro 💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿

[@ChiefPapi]

You could do the same thing to a case and then have the option to remove the tablet from the case instead of peeling the Velcro over and over... Good video

[@nak141]

I saw an Indian guy tied a thick thread between the ac grill and the 7inch tablet like hanging a piece of cloth. Remove & carry it while going home/parking. Just need a reverse wifi camera.

[@ianw7162]

Looks good. I use my maps etc, by tethering to my phone.

[@kraions6608]

I have the same dilemma ang was thinking of buying a tablet car mount instead of invested in hundreds of dollars worth of headunit which my tablet can basically do the same things and even better. Thanks for this. Also there are apps that you can just use specifically when driving that limits the clutter of your UI and other apps you wont typically use.

[@justarnold3]

This actually smart!!

[@HeidiFegles]

That Velcro will stick for 25+ years we did this on our boat for the remote control cuz that was fancy in the 90s. 25 years of neglect and outside and it’s still on and if you really need the back up camera just take it off for the minute or2

[@Mexicandude36]

I know this way is so cheap but honestly you can buy a iPad CD holder , it will cover your whole stereo and is way more easy to remove it , that's the way I have it

[@JohnDought]

Velcro, of course! Very smart!

[@leonardtharindu]

For $300 you can install a good android car stereo

[@MySpaceSucks3]

Tharindu Leonard can’t watch video or use apps on android stereo

[@captaincanada1525]

yes you can... it literally runs android. wtf. @@MySpaceSucks3

[@MLProductions.1]

@@captaincanada1525 there cheap and sound quality is horrible. Either way a good headunit is the best. Not a Chinese Android unit there's no point in having a bunch of apps in your car either way.

[@tipdog36]

I thought that was a good idea until 2 years later as android keeps updating, the stereo and some apps become obsolete. Ended up with android auto / carplay stereo.

[@MLProductions.1]

@@tipdog36 yeah exactly and those Chinese units sound like total crap and have all types of issues. A good headunit is the way to go. Either way idk why anyone would want a screen so cluttered up in there car.

[@mexicangangster50]

Can you do a water bottle cap install next !?

[@nanourbano]

Magnetic strip would make a nicer install... i still use ezpass belcrow... but trying to find the magnetic strips... sick job thought.. thumbs up..

[@MS7.7]

About the iPad: Its was a great idea 5 years ago when andriod HU didn't exist or was really really bad. -You need to charge your iPad and the wire will look ugly and annoying. -if you want to switch source on the HU you don't know whats playing, what channel, etc. Also you can't adjust your eq unless your remove the iPad and after your remove it you have ugly looking two black lines on the dash -you have to unlock it everytime you enter the car -you can't have backup camera -overheat is very common -hotspot for thieves -GLARE -no audio quality improvement since hu didn't change -it could fall anytime and break and there goes your 300$ Tip on ipad: - you can use assitive touch to adjust the volume or just swipe up. - install jailbreak to have features like turn on with ignition - add obd2 module to read all car live info and codes - put a matt screen sticker to reduce glare Also if you have voice command to control ac and radio would be much easier. Goodluck but sorry you should've bought the andriod HU since it has youtube, uber, lyft, etc. + it functions fully as a HU.

[@vzheka1981]

is it joke?

[@juancamaney3562]

Great awesome video 👍 But how do you hook it up to your car speakers 🤔

[@tokagaaxx1897]

Bro it's good idea 👍👍 I like it

[@iBertz]

I'm still using this method, but switched to the Huawei M5 tablet 👍

[@santanadegollado9812]

Good idea.... BUT the problem with velcro is the heat in the car when the windows are up on a hot day.. The velcro will "POUR" off... Just closing your door the tablet is going face down like a $2 hooker.... Best bet would be a dash or windshield mount that you can position

[@sandibiagi2962]

hahah

[@gregcy89]

Its a very good idea for those who dont wanna ruin their tablet and their stock dash. Im thinking something similar for my XF but with magnets and metall behind the dash cos it will look more clean

[@shawng5799]

People in the UK you can get Velcro pads called "Power Commanders" check them out,really good my Google mini is hanging off the wall with one now. Homebargains B&M and the like sell them.😉

[@les536]

Your original radio was already nice

[@618Todd]

" it's ok Officer, the video is for the passenger 😀"

[@MrJewelicious]

I like the idea. I wish an ipad can connect wirelessly with a back up camera tho.

[@ledmk2]

Nice idea, fast install

[@tihomirtodorov7201]

Awsome buddy. Well done

[@inhawaii4941]

Can you give me a link for the phone mount

[@foodinhaler712]

I'm going to use this method too in my Hyundai Accent. So sick of my dumb display

[@MrBulletproof86]

I've been watching your videos for years and I still think you deserve a million and more subs.

[@iBertz]

Aww man, thanks. Yea I wish I can get there. I love KZbin and will always be here along with bringing new stuff to upload, not just always tech stuff

[@thomashaas5965]

Hey...here's my question. Now that you have been doing this, does the iPad rattle against the plastic underneath?

[@Happytylermovieproducction]

LoL Mercedes-Benz watched your video and did the same thing to their screen: Glue the tablet to the dashboard!

[@kjrayo18]

I'm pretty sure anyone will think that's just the cars screen seeing how every car now has a big screen

[@dariusharris7139]

Thanks for the video , what size iPad is that sir cause I have a 9.7 inch

[@babiboib7]

+CooLoserTech "Ya'll don't really want it, we hella hot at the moment, we coming for all oponents, it feel incredible don't it"...Techn9ne is speaking for this video. Awesome video 🎉Congrats on reaching and surpassing 200,000 substers👍

[@demaciu88]

Once you had the loop part of the Velcro on the car, why didn't you just put the hook side right on that then remove the tape, lone up the iPad and press it into place? That would have aligned everything perfectly.

[@kevinedwards1747]

Can I do this in my vic.?

[@simongithaiga2642]

How do you deal with overheating of the iPad especially I hot climates?

[@HenryPadilla]

KZbin works good over Bluetooth? In my car the sound is not synced right

[@MySpaceSucks3]

Henry Padilla do you have a Chrysler with the Uconnect? Mine does the exact same thing in that car, but every other brand Bluetooth is fine

[@arnoldbliss6238]

Nice Job!

[@shareboxx]

You were fortunate that the iPad was able to rest on that shoulder. I have an old iPad Air. There's no shoulder on my Honda Vezel. I wonder the Velcro will be able to hold rigidly.

[@maniazexi9597]

How much and how well would you say the kia optima works for you? I’m planning on getting one myself but i need experienced kia owners to tell me what to expect and if it’s worth its price

[@islomyunus6107]

Wow you have shown us how you can glue your tablet to the dashboard.

[@chrispoole7448]

the Velcro solution is only going to be temporary, after 3rd time you separate the velcro pads they lose the stronger hold and the tablet will rattle.

[@adrinzainuddin8513]

True True True

[@sun6v546]

Very very good job , Mate, Keep up the good work. Can we totally / permanently fix it there , including the reversing camera .... ???

[@hyltonj2]

How can you get it to play through the speaker if your car doesn’t have bluetooth

[@tommyyogga9725]

Help with Ranault Megane 3 screen

[@chrinamint]

I like it!

[@Dan4o9]

Can I connect the tablet to the radio and control the radio from the tablet

[@Guest_54826]

inside a car it would get quite hot in a summer and the battery would cook to perfection

[@Josehernandez-on4dw]

Amazing hack

[@ModeratelySpeaking]

Great idea here for a cheaper solution! Also, does anyone else feel that there is a very "chicken or the egg" scenario with regards to both having video playback BACK in the car and also the need to strongly suggest car cams, due to the "crazy drivers"?

[@dsms4274]

How to charge tablet. Can you connect with 12 V car battery

[@chrisjay2901]

Can you listen to KZbin videos and is the volume good do it still have the car base or no....

[@bengythomas1]

How did you put wifi or data or internet

[@SmalltimR]

Does it provide front and read fader?

[@golemcone]

CooLoserTech make sure you don't forget your iPad in your car on a hot day. If the car heats up in the sun the adhesive of the velcro strips will definitely liquify and fall off.

[@iBertz]

I'll keep tabs on it. But I'm only keeping the pad in while I'm driving

[@danah358]

Sure its nice to learn how to use velcro….but what this video really needs to include is: •how to set up iphone and ipad to mirror each other, • how to display apple carplay on ipad •how to play music on ipad through the car’s speakers.

[@darkftforce]

when you put phone on ac vents, in winters when you use heater, doesnt your phone gets hot?

[@ryerye927]

I did the same thing on my 2011 Hyundai sonata been using it now for 6 years😂 I just make my phone a hotspot.

[@dariusharris7139]

What size tablet is that u installed

[@benjaminvdvyt]

Maybe you should also glue striped to you front window to make it go faster.

[@RoxxyPane]

bro ur car already has a screen LMFAO

[@iBertz]

😭

[@johnbuenaventura1]

Did the velcro hold up with the heat?

[@nguyenvanduc2512]

10 mins video for a 1 min solution. Sounds good.

[@joeyppppppp2]

Duc Nguyen1 lol Your a cold Person

[@lonster3000]

Nice job. I just put an iPad mini in my car, used some magnet mounts. How are you going to do navigation? I went with a cellular iPad so it would have built-in gps even if I use it with tethering instead of its own data plan. You could have added a very minimal skin on the iPad and then attach the Velcro to that, just so you would not have the hassle of removing it at some point.

[@arizonaranger8402]

Does the tablet have an AUX input?

[@gradyhue]

Who makes that magnetic phone holder thingy?

[@scottcaine4514]

your steering wheel and dash has got as many buttons as the starship enterprise!

[@chrisjay2901]

How is the volume

[@freakimarz]

U got my subscription 👍

[@iBertz]

Hey! Welcome thanks

[@stephenandrosen]

THIS. IS. ESCHUUUPPPPPEEED!