Extra Mile Update Adds Improvements

The trip logging and voice navigation app, Extra Mile, has been updated to version 4.7. The app is already the most frequently used app for me. I like the simplistic navigation and trip logs. The interface is pretty too. The new update has improved functionality of the app. Here are more details.

HackRadio Teaser Video Posted Online [Jailbroken AppRadio Tweaks]

HackRadio teaser video has surfaced

About three months ago it was reported that a possible jailbroken AppRadio firmware was in the making. It was being called "AppRadio+" or "AppRadio More". The firmware was made in French and Russian versions at first. An English version was said to be in the making. Now there is a new buzz about "HackRadio". So what is it all about? Check out the video below.

Here Are The Apps That Are AppRadio Compatible On Android

AUPEO! Personal Radio is one of the few AppRadio compatible apps on Android

While iOS has quite a few apps that are AppRadio compatible, the recently introduced Android compatibility through AppRadio 2 only has less than a handful. I'm sure the list is going to keep growing as it happened when the original AppRadio was launched in June of last year.

Waze For iOS Works With AppRadio But...

Waze for iOS isn't exactly AppRadio compatible yet

It seems like everyone's been waiting for the iOS version of Waze, the social GPS and traffic app, to become AppRadio compatible. Well, officially it isn't compatible yet, in the sense that there isn't a special AppRadio interface for the app but it does work to a certain extent with the in-dash receiver.

Rdio Already Available In The UK And France?

Rdio is now available in the UK and France

Rumors on Twitter suggest that the subscription-based music streaming service, Rdio, has made it's way to customers in the UK and France today. It was reported earlier that this move was imminent. However, there is no official word from Rdio about this.

Pioneer Survey Shows In-Car App Usage

Pioneer has released results of an online survey conducted recently by Harris Interactive on their behalf. Although complete details are not available, a few usage numbers have been reported in a press release. Full details can be obtained by requesting them from Pioneer. Contact information is available in the press release link below. Here are some numbers though.

Snag An AppRadio 2 For Only $431, Limited Stock

E & B Electronics offers Pioneer's AppRadio 2 (SPH-DA100) through Amazon Prime for only $431. This is the lowest price I've seen so far. There's only a few units left in stock though. With Amazon Prime you can get FREE two-day shipping or have it overnighted for only $3.99. And with Amazon, you don't pay sales tax in most states. Hit up Amazon to get this deal!

Please note: Android Connection Kit is not included in this deal unlike the one on Best Buy.

[Breaking] Buy AppRadio 2 Get The Android Connection Kit FREE!

For a limited time only, Best Buy is selling the Pioneer AppRadio 2 (SPH-DA100) for $499 but with an awesome package deal. Now, along with your in-dash receiver you can get the long-awaited Android Connection Kit (CD-AH200C) absolutely FREE (a $100 value). Here's more info from Best Buy's website:

Waze For Android Version 3.0.2.8 Is AppRadio 2 Compatible

Waze for Android version 3.0.2.8 is AppRadio 2 compatible

The developers behind Waze, the social GPS & traffic app, have posted a tweet earlier today informing users that the new version 3.0.2.8 for Android is Pioneer AppRadio 2 compatible. Still no news on when the iOS version will have AppRadio connectivity though.

AppRadio iPhone Cable Replacement

iPhone connector cables for the AppRadio and AppRadio 2

I have received quite a few questions asking how/where to get a replacement iPhone cable for AppRadio or AppRadio 2. It is impossible to buy that cable from a retailer because most of the times they have no idea what you're talking about or they simply never got the part from Pioneer. Here's the only place you can get one (hopefully!).