2008-2014 Subaru Android Headunit | Full Installation
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I would like to say, the fitment and looks alone are amazing.
Sound quality remains the same compare to the pioneer, my gosh that thing is ugly. I hope this video was helpful to any of you guys.
For this model you still need a dongle for apple car play and android auto.
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Finally something for the 2011 wrx
Yeah, trying to drop that heat!
Kevin Taylor did this also fit on a 2010 impreza?
@@thorben214 Bruh, read the damn title... 2008 - 2014
John Nguyen does the Dasaita Android fit the 2014 wrx hatchback?
@@theelusiveone147 im pretty sure as long as it has the same interior that it will fit. all 2008-2014 had the same interior.
I have a 2011 sti and it fits perfect! Steering wheel command work with customizable mapping. Love this stereo
How do you set up steering wheel controls? Do you need any extra adapter or part? I might get one of these head units soon
@@austinburgess6515 Plug and play :) the kit has everything you need.
@@xangthao7428 Awesome. Thank you!
does it have apple play ?
Is it not wireless Apple car play
Your videos give me so much hype in getting one!
Just installed in my 2013 WRX STI, fits perfect super easy to install and once everything is updated the Zlink/ Iphone Car play works awesome. I didn't need the dongle recommended for apple car play.
Glad it worked out for you!
xRichieRichx just plug your iphone and go? No extra dongle?
@@uwishanator Yeah my iphone 8 just worked without the dongle. Works best if you use your phone hotspot and update the apps on the Idoing unit .
@@Rippin-Rich cool thanks
Do your steering wheel controls work with it?
Wow this looks amazing. This might be a dumb question, is this compatible with '08 2.5i impreza?
How long are the usb cords? Wondering if we can run it down the middle console to the compartment
The description of the unit you have linked says its for a Forester. Just want to double check, is that also the correct one for the 08 STI?
Edit: Bought it thanks to this video and just installed it today. Pretty easy, but one thing to note that was not mentioned... you'll have to remove the small yellowish retention clips from the stock trim and transfer those over to the trim of the Idoing unit. Without them, the unit was not secure in the dash. Hope that helps others.
About to order one up, but one more question... what adapter would I need in order to retain the existing usb connection for the 08 STI?
How do you like it? Any buyers remorse?
@@jackfrost2943 Overall I'm satisfied with it, but there are a couple of things I'm still working out. I'm using the radio adapter he linked in the description, but the radio reception is still bad. I'm also told the Bluetooth sound quality is bad for people I call. I've ordered a separate mic from amazon and I'm still waiting for it to come in. Hopefully it's just the mic that came with the unit that's trash.
did you have issues with the main power supply harness fitting i have a 14 sti and everything fits except for the wire harness kit
@@MrFluffybunz No, fit my 08 STI without a problem.
I've been debating on getting this head unit and you made it clear that I definitely should buy it lol
how is it
So, are you able to use the buttons on the steering wheel for the radio?
It is linked to the Forester version. The dash is the same on both the Forester and the WRX. i wonder if the harnesses are the same too.
just ordered one!!!!
how is it? how did you make it work?
@@SubOptimal_ i havent recieved it yet. its still in the shipping phase.
Use the old antenna harness and tie the memory wire into the constant on the main harness.
Will this fix radio reception?
@@CrankImmortals no. Mine has terrible reception.
@@thuggedwhiteboy is the memory wire the blue wire zip tied to the antenna wire?
@@CrankImmortals yup
Didn't catch if you were able to hook the steering wheel controls
Jose Rivadeneyra I have a kenwood stereo, and I had to get a 100 dollar Maestro RR kit, has adapters and a box you plug into your computer and configure but works flawlessly
You can map the buttons with an included app in the idoing headunit. It's very easy.
How does the Idoing model differ from dasaita?
I would like to know if it is possible to connect this unit to the steering wheel constrols for volume, and mode easy access?
Do you need anything special for the Apple CarPlay? What’s your feedback on this since installation? Does it work with steering wheel controls
I installed the same unit and bought the antenna adapter and still getting very poor radio reception. Where does The blue wire that is zip tied to the antenna wire go now? Seams to be the issue but not sure how to fix it
no answer to the steering wheel controls question?
Yes. All steering wheel controls could be setup with this headunit.
@@kevininis1568 do you need use canbus?
@@andriusvalanciunas3047 no sir not at all.
@@kevininis1568 so how to connetct steering wheel to android media?
@@andriusvalanciunas3047 I used the stock harness to connect the android unit. The stock harness has all the wiring for steering wheel control. This model is car specific so if you do not drive a 08-14 wrx/sti, you would have to make some modification
Need a head unit already
3:05 was that a lightsaber screwdriver? I must have one if it was haha!!!
now download torque pro and get a blutooth to ob2 dongle so you can add gauges
yikes $344....how's the durability so far?
I have a 2011 wrx sti. I love how clean it looks. Would you recommend another head unit over this one??????
Great setup. Your instructions were right on. Do you have a Forester 03 installation?
I’m buying this, this looks amazing!
how is it
Amazon link for backup camera and a front camera (so we don't crush and destroy our front carbon fiber lip kits) lol!
Hello, quick question for you. Is that thing is dimming during a night drive when the lights are on as a regular radio do?
Hi John,
I have a 2009 Subaru Forester. Is it possible to install a newer Subaru Forester radio into it. Like 2016 or newer with backup camera and motion sensors?
Steering controls works?
Yes, you can map the buttons within the app. Its really easy. On my 14 WRX I cant map long vs short press but seems like it works on newer models.
Hey.. sup. I noticed you linked all these materials you used in the video, but you didnt link the cooking video you were watching on the head unit. Im very much interested. Please update the description. Thank you
would you happen to know why my radio reception is very bad on my 08 sti? it came with an aftermarket radio, bad reception back then, upgraded to the android head unit, radio still sucks, read somewhere that subarus use a 12v for better radio reception, but not sure which wire that is. i plug in the regular anthenna connector then switch to the android anthenna connector, but same problem
Will this work on a 2008 Impreza? (Not a WRX or STI)
Got one from Walmart for a 2008 Impreza hatch, pretty cheap like 130$ I’ll let you know
Did you use a TJ Hunt line at the end
Hey man, how is this head unit living up to the daily use? Would you still recommend? I have an 09 forester so I'm considering buying it. Thanks ahead.
Yeah definitely check it out if you have a forester. It makes the interior way more modern
@@JohnNguyenVincent i saw some reviews and it claims that the unit acts up and has to be rebooted often. Did you experience that?
@@MrLu2nice I'm sketched man that website looks super sketchy and dude won't respond to anybody asking how good it is.
@@masterdisaster79 yea, I didn't buy it. Too much money to find out how good it might not be.
Would you honestly recommend this head unit over similarly priced Sony multimedia head units? Looks great!
Because the Android has no Subwoofer out, no RCA out's, and because audio quality is an afterthought on these Chinese units...
@@creekhed697 there is ones with subwoofer access, also there are apps to adjust the sound quality better than the stock unit.
I have a 2011 impreza outback sport. It came with a crappy tomtom eclipse. RIP. Would something like this work? The design of your dash and ac vents looks just like mine at face value.
Does anyone know the name of the launcher iDoing is using on this unit? I'm specifically interested in the music app with that dope vinyl spinning animation seen at czcams.com/video/gem02YxvhDE/video.html 9:15 Can anyone help?
I just bought one of these but it came with a different launcher/apps.
They don’t sell the metra-kit you have in the video?.....I have a 2013 Impreza and they kit the head unit sits in is exactly what I need but it’s not on the site....
So if I don’t buy a dongle, CarPlay won’t work? What exactly does the dongle do?
It does some kinda of handshaking that allows it to work.
You can get units that have it built-in or in dongle form. IT IS a hardware piece that's needed
John Nguyen ahh ok. Thanks for the fast reply!
I just picked up a 12 subaru wrx! So do i have to just purchase the radio? Or do i have to purchase all of the links u listed? I checked the site and it looked like it could come with it. Im not exactly sure. Please let me kno
it come with everything you need
Hey... cool video. Does the head unit in video fit my 2010 Impreza?
5 years after... Is it still working?
Any issues with the screen/single din just floating and held down with plastic clips from the trim? No screws and metal brackets?
ebay link for this item is dead. Got new link to one? Say on Amazon?
What's the point of the wi-fi on a radio? To connect to your phone via hot spot just curious
Way late to the party, but yeah, I'd assume that the wi-fi is for hot spot situation, what I'm curious about is how spotty coverage is. I would think that the wi-fi would be over an 4g late network.
I have been looking for this unit on eBay and Amazon, but they only list them for the Forester, does the sti and Forester have the same bezel?
jesse clark that’s what I’m wondering too, his link he put says forester and I’m trying to compare the too
@@Viral3027 @jesseclark any response? Did you guys find out
How does it hold up after a year of install? Any bugs/hiccups?
A few issues I have had:
-Carplay is hit or miss, I've tried a number of cables, OEM apple, aftermarket, different phones, sometimes it just doesn't want to connect.
-When using car play, my friends say the audio quality on their end is awful.
-Normal radio signal strength is weak compared to the OEM, I recently purchased a radio amplifier (waiting on delivery) to see if that solves the problem.
-GPS app is garbage, it KIND OF worked in the beginning, but doesn't work at all.
I think the head unit looks great in the car, I have just been disappointed with the functionality.
Thanks for the Video! Does this unit fit 2010 wrx Impreza club spec 10? Im in Australia. Thanks
Do the steering wheel buttons work with this setup/can you get them to work? Just picked up a '14 WRX and I just noticed the Radio/AUX buttons just stuck 😅
Can you still use aux?
how should I update the GPS
when installing this do you have to have an adapter for backup cameras?
I have a Subaru Tribeca manufactured 12 months 2009, I am interested in purchasing a unit like this ( are they available and where and what is the name of the unit) cheers Glyndon
This works for 2013 Sti Right? Title says 2008-2014 but video says 2008-2012
Does it come with android auto?
Yes i think
I have a 14 sti with a factory kicker sub. Does this unit output power to an amp/sub or does it only do it for the speakers?
Thank you.
This is a great head unit. I just can't seem to get Bluetooth notifications... Messaging. It shows that it is connected, any idea how to fix?
TJ hunt at the end there
How long does it take to get the the us? Also is there any places in the us I can buy it from?
I bought this and mine fried after only 4 months
do you need anything extra for GPS to work, if the previous unit didnt have GPS?
Does this work with the existing USB ports in the car? and do the steering controls work?
Does this fit an 2008 impreza rs? And would you recommend adding an idoing reverse camera?
Подскажите, а часы возможно снять? У меня там что-то щёлкает или скрипит при езде по грунтовке. Думаю может туда поролон запихать. Форестер SH
I’m buying this
I clicked the link it's says for 2008-2012 Forrester. Will the wiring be compatible for a 2013 Wrx?
it will work, installed it on mine a couple of days ago
@@Noisy.Garrett thank you so much man I'll order one now :)
@@Noisy.Garrett how is it
nx_exe it’s amazing, favorite mod i’ve done so far
@@Noisy.Garrett not tryna beat a dead horse but you should make a video going through your favorite features. Id watch that for sure. I really want to get it for my forester
hey i just came across this video, I'm trying to find a similar radio for my 2014 subaru impreza limited! I was having a hard time finding one, I didn't know if maybe you could send me a link for an "idoing" one that would fit!
man do an install on an old ford pickup for all your rual fans boiii one of those universal double din
Did you have to disconnect the battery?
Hello @John Nguyen im trying to understand in aliexpress but its all arabian lol...i want to order this unit but i have a forester 2010 and basic model "came without the gps and screen radio"so yes i want to know what kind of cables i need and if the frame will fit...how can i check that?by the way great video!
does it come with the cables for the apple car play
Would it work with the 2010 Impreza sports wagon
yep
if i purchase it through the link you provided, does it come with the dash kit?
I have the factory navigation unit for a 2013 wrx. Is there an adapter for that?
cant you just re-use the USB cables that are already installed on the car if you have USB inputs? 2014 wrx... just wondering if thats possible so I dont have loose wires all over the place.
yes, you can reuse those. That's what I did for my 2015 wrx
you think this will work on my 2010 subaru outback?
Is there any posibility to buy just a wiring for Subaru ? I buy an android unit but i don't know where to connect key wiring for steering wheel control 😔
Do you now what backup camera compatible ? I got subaru impreza wrx 2009
for the carplay dongle do i get the build-in carplay or the external carplay?
I have a 2008 Impreza 2.5L does it fit on that one?
Yes
Hey men would this head unit work on 2009 jdm Subaru Forester right hand drive
Hi, can I install this to Subaru Forester 2009?
Also wondering?
Where can I get these setup in my car. I'm in the Orange County area but I can go to LA if needed.
Why does it boot with the subaru symbol? isn't it aftermarket?
Does this fit an 08 sti?
Steering wheel controls still work with this unit?
Mike Petrello yes Steering wheel control works
@@idoingheadunitofficial3040 awesome!! Thank you!!!
android head units support steering wheel controls
Installed it into my 09 sti and the steering wheel control does not work. Do I need another harness?
I have the same wrx. What if I want to add a back up camera? What’s compatible with that system?
Tomang Ton this
Hello i know old video but i am look for someone to help. will the headunit work with a Subaru Forester 2009 ?
Is there a place on this to wire in an aftermaket subwoofer?
I bought this and installed it but now the Central Air vents don't blow any air now any ideas why
my buttons on the side are not lighting up. how can i get them to light up or turn on? i checked all the settings and can’t find anything besides changing the color :(
Can this fit in a brz/gt86? I like the flush fitment.
would this fit in my 2010 Subaru Impreza hatchback ?
I have a 2012 wrx Impreza but the idoing guys are saying that it’s not compatible with my oem factory reverse camera that I have on my factory kenwood unit. Is there anyway or any specific product like the one in the video that u can Reccomended me buying because I really want my reverse camera to come up on this head unit.
Hey man I just bought this for my 2014 STI and the cables in the back of the head unit aren’t compatible with the car wires. Did you have to buy new wires or did yours come with the correct wires for that specific car. I asked Ali express if they had specific wires for a 2014 STI and they said they didn’t. Anyways I’d appreciate some help and thanks In advance!
Kane Edwards there’s a link in the description for radio wires he got off Amazon I think that’s what you’re looking for man
6:50 the $5 part, what do I have to do with it sorry?
i have the same radio, but the apple carpay only works sometimes and its super annoying
Does it come with Android Auto support built in or do I need to get a dongle for it?