The 'Intellidash Pro' is a standalone head unit display for any vehicle. The display is 7-inches and essentially functions like the dashboard display of modern vehicles, though it is mountable anywhere in the vehicle. The device receives power through a USB-C input device, which can be plugged into a USB port on vehicles that have one, or a lighter port on vehicles that are older.
Once this head unit is set up, users can operate it with their phone through CarPlay or Android Auto, enabling quick and easy access to music, podcasts, and a variety of navigation features. Additionally, the Intellidash Pro can connect to Sirius XM radio, standard radio, Bluetooth devices, and even has its own built-in speakers and microphone. While the device has an MSRP of $399.99 USD, the amount of utility it provides makes it worth it for drivers with older vehicles.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Standalone Head Unit Trend
- The trend for aftermarket head units that can be mounted in any car and offer modern connectivity features will continue to grow.
- Smartphone Integration Trend
- The trend for head units that can be operated with phones through CarPlay or Android Auto will continue to grow.
- Multi-functional Head Unit Trend
- The trend for head units that can connect to a variety of devices and services such as radio, Bluetooth, and navigation will continue to grow.
Who This Affects Most
- Automotive Industry
- The automotive industry can benefit from manufacturing and selling aftermarket head units that offer modern connectivity features for older vehicles.
- Electronics Industry
- The electronics industry can benefit from producing and selling standalone head units for aftermarket use in older vehicles.
- Travel and Navigation Industry
- The travel and navigation industry can benefit from partnering with standalone head unit manufacturers to offer navigation services on their devices.
