Parrot unveils new aftermarket dashboard head unit, brings Android Auto to consumers

Seasoned manufacturer of aftermarket smart dashboard units, Parrot has now unveiled their newest gadget, the RNB 6. The goal of RNB 6 is to bring Android Auto and Apple CarPlay to vehicles produced before the automotive industry’s adoption of Google or Apple’s new automobile technology.

Parrot describes itself as a manufacturer in “Connected Automotive Infotainment”. While it is true that they’ve been making dashboard head units for a few years now (#cablets, anyone?), they also produce a pretty awesome selection of remote controlled cars and drones.

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Parrot says that the RNB 6 is a double DIN, 65 watts per four channel output head unit. As you can see from the photos, provided by CNET’s Tim Stevens, this gadget’s screen features a 7-inch HD touchscreen. Parrot also included a HDMI input, internal storage so you can upload files directly to the unit, satellite radio ready, and traditional AM/FM channels.

The RNB 6 runs Android 5.0 Lollipop as default, but is able to switch to iOS when an iPhone connects to the system. In addition to car stereo features, the RNB 6 will feed off your smartphone’s GPS, and supports the connecting of dashcams and proximity devices.

Parrot has not disclosed pricing for this dashboard upgrade. I suspect, however, that it is a great deal cheaper than buying a new car that comes with Android Auto pre-installed. To get a better idea of this gadget in action, see below for Parrot’s YouTube video showing off the RNB 6.

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Source: CNET

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