Really appreciate the replies and dms that help to answer my questions, it helps a lot.

1 more question on the installation cost, what will be the optimal price range to install android player + 360 camera?
I have asked some and they give me a range or 500-600 which I'm quite surprised, is it considered the normal price ?
it's to install on City GM6.

any sifu can tell what is different between those unbranded HU?

jst need basic function and youtube only .

Hi all, been reading through this thread, really good information but at the same time so much information that I'm confusing myself. Long post coming but intention is for sifus here to help recommend and advise.

I'm looking to upgrade my Myvi SE Gen 1 HU. Current setup is 2 front speakers, 2 rear speakers, 1 boot sub and Epsilon SQ-4GX amp. Budget is 2k all in with installation, but if can save money then all the better.

My priorities are:
1. I'm an audiophile so SQ is most important. But mostly stream with Spotify (I know this contradicts my last statement a bit, but it's convenient). Good clear FM radio will be a bonus but not priority.
2. 3rd party steering control support (looking at this Steering Wheel Control Button Radio Volume GPS Wireless Bluetooth Switch)
3. I prefer connecting wireless via bluetooth, I have a separate PD charger to charge my Pixel 6 anyway. But hopefully connection is stable with no dropouts. I'm not sure what are the benefits of AA or ACP over the Android HU OS.
4. Waze
5. Reverse camera (I don't need 360 cam it's just a Myvi anyway not that hard to park)
6. Call/mic clarity
7. Youtube maybe sometimes if i'm stuck in a jam or something, but probably rare case

My main considerations:
1. Android HU - but no specific model in mind. So many in the market dunno how to choose. I saw in another thread that Mekede and Eonon have highest benchmark score, so maybe will consider those.
- I like that it's generally more affordable
- I like that it can connect to OBD2 scanner to check car status, but honestly not sure if i really need this
- So far I don't see any other advantage unless want to do more like Netflix or play games (which I won't do).
2. Sony, either XAV-AX5500, XAV-AX4000 or XAV-AX6000
- I hear that quality in general is better in these name brands
- I really like the UI, clean and simple
- Apparently wireless connection is a bit hit/miss especially with latest Android update but dunno how true, that's why I considered the AX5500 which supports only wired AA/ACP. If wireless doesn't work why bother spending extra money for it right?
- BUT AX5500 apparently no DSP, only 10-band EQ. 4000 and 6000 does explicitly state it has DSP. At the same time, I dunno how big the DSP will impact the SQ.
- More expensive overall also

Lastly, any recommendations on installers in Subang Jaya/Setia Alam area? 30 mins radius also ok. My wife installed her Android HU at Brothers a few years ago, they really screwed up the housing (pecah) and the rear camera placement also very weird, like crooked. Would like to avoid these kind of problems.

Really appreciate if anyone can help! Been in this rabbit hole for a week now.

Good morning, newbie here looking for some advise

Car : Subaru Forester iP (2017)

Specs that I am looking into
Android version : 12, I dont mind if it's a lower version but upgradeable in future
Screen size : 7 / 9 10, no fixed preference but have to be fit in as per Home Minister's demand
RAM : 4GB and above, ideal is 6Gb and above looking at the app need more and more resources to load
ROM size : 32Gb will be sufficient
Camera : Support 360'
Sound : Standard will do, DSP, DTS, etc. is a bonus
Radio : Loud and Clear, for morning vibe

For the processors, there are few popular type such as 7862S, TS10, TS18, TS5, 7870, etc. Based on above criteria, which is the better approach and brand / seller to recommend?

Thanks and appreciate all sifus advise!

Cheers!