Why you should own an Android car radio | Joying Head Unit Review 🚘

Today I reviewed the Joying 9" Android head unit for the Toyota Camry. Adding an android head unit to your car adds virtually unlimited customization and usability. You can watch movies, play games, navigate the web, and pretty much do whatever else you want. It's fantastic.
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[@richardward5762]

I have had a joying android head unit in my 98 civic type r now for 2 years. Very good unit the GPS receiver is hidden under the top of the dash facing the windscreen. Have no issues with navigation. You can also alter the unit to display your car manufacturer at start-up.

[@joseguido7665]

Good luck with this. I have owned three different Joying products from 7" to 9" and they all failed, from software issues to poorly solder connections. Customer service is as bad as I have ever encounter, everyone there are conditioned to fool you into believing they are going to help you while on the other hand trying to get you to give them more money. Wish we could have something USA made that would compare to this with good build quality.

[@lewinSiko]

Thanks for the review . Ordered Mine arriving today !

[@MarkSpurrell]

No problem, glad you enjoyed.

[@elmerbais9767]

Nice im very skeptical buying HU from china but after your review it convince me a bit, ill be doing more research which brand has good quality and seller as well.

[@nydrell1969]

Those chinese radios works pretty good. I installed one in my jetta about 4 years ago and it still works fine.installed one in my wifes xc90 volvo also then next week im going to install another one in my sister's 09 camry

[@MarkSpurrell]

Mine is still going strong too.

[@nydrell1969]

99% of items are made in china anyway lol

[@chucky104]

thank you for this review of this android head unit. i am tryin to find a headunit simiar to this that will fit my 2002 JEEP wrangler, and all the "android headunits" ive found are for JK's. and there is a all in one android head unit called "insane audio" but its for 2003-2006. and its like $1000.00

[@MarkSpurrell]

No problem. Hope you find one!

[@jorgevega238]

I have a dasaita 10.2 . Radio reception is terrible. No matter if you add a booster. I got the same vehicle camry 09

[@alessandraconnor9564]

are you able to change the background picture on the head unit?

[@reng.5934]

Can you do a long term review?? so say a 3-month use long term review and let us know what you like and don't like... I'm in the market for one to put on my RAV4 so this would be awesome to hear, doesn't have to be a video, just post what you think, thanks.

[@MarkSpurrell]

In my experience the radio has been great. It has it's quirks, but still completely worth the money. I'm still satisfied with it. I recommend asking someone who has the model you're looking for, since they differ slightly from model to model.

[@reng.5934]

that's great thanks, I'm hoping to pickup one of their new 8" tablet-like Head units, that's really hit the spot, more so than their OEM-like units that have the fake CD/DVD slot.

[@phyllisgross1240]

Can you use an iPhone with this We bought a 2008 Camry this was in it but we can’t do anything cause we can’t change language to English???

[@MTBgiant2009]

Gooday fellow maritimer :) greetings from nb

[@bader6570]

can apple CarPlay work on this monitor?

[@hellboy1364]

I installed the the 4 ram 64 gb one. did the usb slot and sd slot came cover with a cap? mines did and can't remove it

[@Dashbaba]

These Joying car radios have 2 problems i have been able to identify. Bluetooth and microphone. The microphone is crap. no one hears me when i'm on a call. The bluetooth app crashes once i connect my phone to my bluetooth handsfree. The app restarts but it tries to "steal" the connection between my phone and my handsfree. if i choose my handsfree as the preferred mode of conversation during a call it crashes, restarts and tries to steal the connection again. I complained to Joying about this so they said they'd send me another unit, but that i'd have to pay for shipping. I did but 6 months later it's still the same problem. It's actually really bad now.

[@zeprofessergmail]

Quick question can you tell me how you kept the nova launcher loaded. After I turn off the car and reboot it defaults back to system Launcher.

[@user-pn6pd5tp5n]

hi dose this head unit has carplay?

[@aaronmacalalad3440]

Hey I just got a new (second hand) car and the previous owner had this exact head unit already installed but I can't seem to get the GPS to work and it also doesn't connect to wifi. Wondering if you might know how to solve this?

[@gabrielperez5802]

Mark I looking on eBay to order it but I see it comes with a plug in mic do you have to use that ? And if so where’d you put the mic in the car

[@Silldozer]

Do they make one for the 2013 camry?

[@clairekennedy8767]

Would this fit on the2008 Toyota Solara too?

[@andrimhelgason]

Do you have a theme installed for the Nova launcher?

[@deshawn2507]

Do it have apple CarPlay

[@syaketshakil]

WOW! you're from St. John's NL, me too. However, How's the GPS Navigation? and did you installed it by yourself?

[@MarkSpurrell]

Works great, never had a problem with it. Installed it myself in about half an hour.

[@0021reggie]

tnx for this video. do this model is compatible by TOYOTA SOLARA 2005?

[@MarkSpurrell]

Not this model, sorry about that. Joying should have a list of models compatible to the 2005 Solara on their website.

[@biglosman]

Can you/have you installed Android Auto on it?

[@MarkSpurrell]

Carlos Menendez you can, but I don't recommend. See the comments below on why.

[@MrLonely_95]

i'm very close to buy the version that comes with Android 8.0 and 4GB of RAM. But i need from you to answer some questions please : Can i install some apps that will change the interface of this android unit ? for example, i want to install Samsung's Interface ( TouchWiz ) in this Android Unit. So can i do that without any doubts ?

[@user-oe1nt4pp8n]

You cannot install Samsung's TouchWiz on any android head unit. You can probably install a look a like theme via the Google Play Store.

[@intruda119]

Could you do a video using Android auto on the head unit. That type of video don't exist.

[@MarkSpurrell]

I could, but I could also explain the issue with Android auto on a head unit like this briefly. Android auto is meant for android phones with cellular data, internet, etc. It gets access to your contacts, messages, emails, GPS data, etc, and uses that information to give you a heads up display on your phone. Since the head unit has no cell data, doesn't have messages or anything like that, it becomes fairly useless. It effectively just becomes a simple google maps heads up display that only works when your phone's hotspot is turned on. If you were to get a head unit like this, I'd just recommend not putting android auto on it. Besides, the head unit has much more functionality without it. You can install mighty text to get your phone's text messages to come through, use the bluetooth app preinstalled to use your phone, and use navigation apps to find your way around. No need for android auto here.

[@salomoneduardo9907]

Can you tell me what exactly model you put in your car

[@MarkSpurrell]

No problem, it's the Joying 6.0.1 9 Inch Android Radio for the Toyota Camry.

[@gvruslan]

thanks you so much fore your review, just ordered JY-TM139N2, its seems like that you are using the same one. I was a little bit dissapionted 'cause i was told that it is a china version of redpower, but it seems like it is not bad, hoping that i get a good one too)

[@MarkSpurrell]

I've never heard of redpower, and a quick google result turned up very few results. You sure it isn't the other way around?

[@gvruslan]

that what i was told it is, form the seller near by store))) as i told a oredered one from ali, and i'm still waiting for it) could you tell if your car has a JBL audio system and would you describe the installation process?

[@arturs3047]

If I have an Iphone can I pair it together? Is it possible to connect android auto with IPhone?

[@user-oe1nt4pp8n]

Android Auto is only compatible with other android devices. However, you can still download Android Auto via the playstore without connectivity to your phone.

[@shaquellemassey927]

Are you still happy with this head unit? I also have a 2010 Camry and am looking to switch my head unit ASAP lol.

[@MarkSpurrell]

This was my very first video on this channel, I'm really surprised people are still watching it haha. In any case, I got rid of my camry over two years ago, so I can't really answer your question, sorry!

[@shaquellemassey927]

Mark Spurrell lmao man this video is very helpful 😂. Thank you for it.

[@UmarKhan-ot6lm]

@@MarkSpurrell Hey Mark did you have to buy an extra connection to set this up? I'm seeing online that the camrys with the JBL systems needed an extra "Metra TYTO-01 JBL Amplifier Interface Harness" because the JBL sound system camrys have a female connection in the back. Is this true? I have a 2008 Camry SE and have been hesitant on buying the head unit if its not going to work because of that.

[@yky257]

I installed this unit on my 09 Camry six years ago. Still working great 😃

[@andoxcv]

Can this used as well to Camry 2006? Thanks!

[@saeedalsaman1622]

No

[@fritzduval]

Hey Mark, I have the same car, year, and JBL radio. Iam looking to buy the exact radio this weekend. Did you have to get an adaptor for the steering wheel controls and how is the radio performing these days? Thanks Mark...

[@MarkSpurrell]

Hey! I think there's something different about the JBL radio that you need to do in order to make it work properly. You have the xle? And it's still running well! It's not without it's glitches, but I expected that going in.

[@fritzduval]

Thanks bro

[@MarkSpurrell]

My pleasure.

[@Johntheheadache]

I have the 2010 XLE with the JBL radio. Did you find out what harness is needed to make these radios work?

[@rotaxrider]

So does the hands free Bluetooth work off the steering wheel for phone calls?

[@MarkSpurrell]

It does!

[@rotaxrider]

Mark Spurrell Good to know. So does it plug and play into the factory mic, gps and rear view camera?

[@samueltrujillophotography]

How is the audio quality? Are you using amps? Aftermarket speakers?

[@MarkSpurrell]

Other than the head unit, everything is stock. I've found it is as good or better sounding than the stock head unit.

[@sweetooth08]

Compared to my Pioneer, this unit is under powered.

[@MarkSpurrell]

Other stock units probably do have better sound amplification. Joying seems to have focused more on other features than superb sound, though it is certainly decent and definitely better than the stock head unit.

[@consueloduran504]

would this work for my toyota cambry 2007 le ???

[@MarkSpurrell]

It should work in all Camrys from 2007 - 2011. Check Joying's site to be sure.

[@myaccount__7269]

Can you input a AUX input to this?

[@MarkSpurrell]

Unfortunately no, but there is a USB port.

[@rolandroland1485]

Is it compatible to dvds ?

[@MarkSpurrell]

No, it does not have a dvd player in it.

[@sharemate00]

does USB support external hard disk or SSD??

[@MarkSpurrell]

I'm not entirely sure to be honest, I would ask Joying. I just use the microsd card slot for all my storage.

[@Modest24]

Nice review I’m thinking of getting one myself. Are you able to download Spotify, google maps etc. onto this device from the play store? Thanks in advance.

[@MarkSpurrell]

Yes, you can!

[@Modest24]

Great and thanks for the quick reply, one more question lol.. how is the sound quality compared to the factory unit? Any differences?

[@MarkSpurrell]

No problem. The sound quality is about the same. I couldn't tell much of a difference.

[@mikexiong24]

Does it fit perfectly

[@MarkSpurrell]

It does!

[@TreesOnTheBeach]

Joying has a reputation for dying, due to some sort of heating issue I'm reading about online. Is yours still running?

[@MarkSpurrell]

Yeah, haven't had any problems! I'll probably do a follow up one year later review in the coming months. It has it's quirks and drawbacks, but it's never died on me.

[@godskillers666]

Mine is having problems recently I might need to get it fixed. Or just upgrade to the new one

[@jaykemoeller2097]

I just bought this radio (had to return it because the digitizer was cracked and am waiting for my replacement screen) but in the meantime I noticed the NFC sticker in a plastic bag on top of the unit. What is that for, why is it there, and how do I use it? Thanks in advance!

[@MarkSpurrell]

NFC stands for Near-field communication, it's basically what's used in phones for apple or android pay. I'm not sure what use these android radios would have for NFC, perhaps a quick connect to your phone? I've never tried anything related to NFC on my radio, so I'm honestly not sure.

[@jaykemoeller2097]

Mark Spurrell yeah I'm familiar with what it is, but I'm confused on why it would be a sticker on the radio and wouldn't be an internal function. Thanks for the reply. In the 20 minutes I had a working screen I couldn't get the Bluetooth to connect, have you had any issues with the Bluetooth not connecting at all? By the way this is an awesome video! Great job!

[@MarkSpurrell]

I had trouble initially because I wasn't doing it right. But once I did all the steps to connect properly I had no issues.

[@jaykemoeller2097]

Thanks Mark! Just for giggles I turned on the NFC on my phone and tapped it, and my phone was prompted to connect to the bluetooth. So apparently the NFC sticker is the proper way to connect to the bluetooth. I didnt get any instructions with my stereo and have connected to multiple bluetooth devices before, this one is different. Thanks again for the reply!

[@Driplikedee]

I can this go ina a Volkswagen?

[@MarkSpurrell]

Most of these head units are made specifically for certain cars. This one in particular is made for my 2010 Camry. You can have a look around on Joying's site though and see if they have a head unit for your model volkswagen though.

[@BrandonMcEachern19]

I just installed one on a 2010 Camry LE and the reception is horrible. There are two antenna cables from the factory. Which one did you use?

[@MarkSpurrell]

It's been quite a while since I installed mine so I wouldn't be able to tell you, but I haven't had that experience. Have you tried swapping the cables?

[@BrandonMcEachern19]

Mark Spurrell I'll try that.

[@BrandonMcEachern19]

Also, I bought the DVR camera for the unit and it doesn't work either.

[@BrandonMcEachern19]

That didn't work either

[@oceanzhu1002]

This is off topic but is your car is V6 or 4 cylinder?

[@MarkSpurrell]

4! Better gas milage :)

[@oceanzhu1002]

Nice! I got the 07 v6 but i am happy to pay gas for that extra power haha

[@haxxorsheep]

I have a joying stereo's are awesome. I Own one in my truck.

[@MarkSpurrell]

Mine's still great after one year!

[@nathancelaya2395]

How is it holding up after a few years?

[@haxxorsheep]

@@nathancelaya2395 I need to upgrade it soon. But still rocking since 2016

[@nathancelaya2395]

@@haxxorsheep good to hear! Planning on getting the best version for my 07 Camry. Are you just upgrading to get a newer version?

[@haxxorsheep]

@@nathancelaya2395 I mean it will works like a champ with no issues. Its like a old phone. it gets slow and the version of android is so far outdated. I have not yet to replace it yet but maybe next summer. I will get another joying tho since I had such great experience with this one.

[@airrodgers7277]

Can you install the new android auto ap on it...

[@MarkSpurrell]

Yes, you can install any app on the google play store. Android Auto included.

[@airrodgers7277]

btw that look really nice looks factory...you can say it looks better than factory lol

[@bigmarkus7002]

Do they come with HD Radio stations?

[@MarkSpurrell]

Not sure what you mean by that. It picks up any nearby radio stations like any other head unit.

[@bigmarkus7002]

Well you have the standard fm stations, so it is digital radio station, i.e. 99.9-1, 99.9-2 and so on.

[@decentrik]

This unit is decent. I would consider Eonon or Airil unit. This unit has ALOT of bluetooth problems and the steering wheel memory sucks

[@SlipC_]

How was the ordering from the website joyingauto.com?

[@MarkSpurrell]

I didn't, I ordered it from their ebay store. Seemed safer that way at the time with ebay's return policy.

[@dmashupsvfxplusarchives1879]

I was here

[@dubby6221]

How is it now in 2018

[@MarkSpurrell]

Still pretty good. I'll have an updated review for 2018 next month.

[@dubby6221]

Mark Spurrell okay cause I'm considering buying it

[@dubby6221]

@@MarkSpurrell so how is it now in 2018

[@MarkSpurrell]

Ended up selling the car with the head unit. It held up well, only thing that started to fail was bluetooth...which ended up being very annoying.

[@dubby6221]

Mark Spurrell okay thank you 🙏 for the reply

[@danny062067]

Hi , i have the same unit joying stereo and i tried to install to my 2007 toyota camry se v6 and the harness is not fit to factory connector , did you modified some wiring on your car ? thanks in advance .

[@MarkSpurrell]

Hey, I didn't modify anything. What model camry do you have? Is it the XLE with the JBL stereo?

[@Torrejl2]

Your original radio was de jbl version???

[@MarkSpurrell]

Mine was not, no.

[@aseamin2529]

These units are trash beware I bought one of the Chinese units and it lasted 6 mths before the screen started being unresponsive and eventually went all the way black and never came back on many people have had the same problems do your research their marketing is better than the lightweight double dins they sell. Stick to Jensen Pioneer Kenwood and JVC these units are no good!

[@user-mx2wi4zt5k]

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