Clarion launches Android-based connected car stereo device

Clarion AX1 Android connected car stereo device is compatible with smartphones and features Wi-Fi connectivity.

Clarion, a Japanese manufacturer of car audio, navigation and communication systems, has launched Clarion AX1, Android-based connected car stereo device. The device is compatible with smartphones and features Wi-Fi connectivity.

Clarion has also tied up with T-series which will give the users unlimited access to a wide range of music albums and songs. Clarion also has their technology partner Infogo which already operates an online music store apps offering users a catalogue of more than 25 million fully licensed, DRM-free songs.

Specs:

• 6.5-inch WVGA TFT LCD display
• Capacitive Multi Touch Panel
• Android Operating System, optimized for automotive
• 800MHz, 1GB RAM, Full automotive processor
• Built-in navigation voice guidance
• 6-channel RCA output
• Virtual Acoustic Positioning System (VAPS) technology for sound staging and music enhancement (for OEM customers)
• Built-in 25Wx4ch Digital Amplifier
• Audio streaming (A2DP & AVRCP)
• Internal and external microphone support
• Image viewer (JPEG, PNG, TIFF, BMP)
• 1080P full HD playback, HDMI video output
• Rear Camera input