Correctly Connect An Android Device To The Pioneer AppRadio 4 (SPH-DA120)

The Pioneer AppRadio 4 (SPH-DA120) supports Android smartphone connectivity via different connections. Finding the correct cable kits to connect your smartphone to the head unit can be tricky. Pioneer has a few charts and diagrams that can help make the process simpler.

Through Android, users can play music from the smartphones, stream Pandora, audio streaming via Bluetooth and above all, use Pioneer AppRadio Mode with the correct cables.

Although some of the latest smartphones like the Samsung Galaxy S5 and Google Nexus 5 can be connected to the AppRadio 4, there are a few compatibility issues at the moment. More on this later.

First of all, here are a few frequently asked questions and information regarding Android connectivity to the AppRadio 4...

Get It Straight: Apple CarPlay Does NOT Allow Video Playback

Apple CarPlay only displays metadata info for video files and pushes audio during playback

Contrary to a few rumors circling around, Apple CarPlay does NOT allow video playback. This is for safety reasons of course. We tried and tested all possibilities to get video files stored on the iPhone (movies, TV shows or music videos) to play in CarPlay on our Pioneer AppRadio 4 (SPH-DA120) and this is what we found...

Browse Through Your Music Library Over Bluetooth On The AppRadio 4

Bluetooth capabilities on the Pioneer AppRadio 4 (SPH-DA120) have received marked improvements over previous generation models. The biggest difference is the ability to browse through your music library while streaming music over Bluetooth. This couldn't be done on the AppRadio 3.

More details are below...

The Lowest Price On A Pioneer AppRadio 4 (SPH-DA120) On Black Friday Is...

We searched high and low for the best price on a Pioneer AppRadio 4 (SPH-DA120) for Black Friday. While none of the big retail stores have the device on a special deal, there is one place where you can find the lowest price, and it isn't even due to Black Friday.

Amazon consistently lists the AppRadio 4 at rock-bottom prices. The lowest price we found today was $479 from retailer "Electronic Express" on Amazon. Shipping is free and sales tax may be added in a few states. This price is over $120 lower than the suggested retail price ($600) not including tax and shipping charges.

Shop Amazon for the lowest Pioneer AppRadio 4 Prices

Remember that prices on Amazon change all the time with the "race to zero" allowing consumers to benefit from the best prices.

Pioneer's latest head unit features Apple CarPlay to go along with a host of other features. The device is possibly the most sought-after car accessory this holiday season. To treat yourself to a brand new Pioneer AppRadio 4, visit Amazon today.

You can also start by reading our full and comprehensive AppRadio 4 review.

Pioneer Selling Refurbished AppRadio 3 (SPH-DA210) CD/DVD Model For $299 [Deals]

As a holiday sale price promotion, Pioneer Electronics is selling refurbished AppRadio 3 (SPH-DA210) head units for only $299 on their website. That's a savings of over $200 according to Pioneer's suggested retail price on the device. The SPH-DA210 model offers a CD/DVD drive with a tilting screen.

Read along for more details on this deal.

Amazon's Black Friday Deals Are On! - New Deals Every 10 Minutes!

There is no shortage of Black Friday deals these days. Amazon is running a deal marathon this year with new deals every 10 minutes. Their Black Friday event kicked off at 12 a.m. today.

Shop Amazon's Black Friday Deals

Amazon serves new deals on products in the following categories: Electronics, Jewelry, Toys and more. And if you are an Amazon Prime customer, you can enjoy FREE shipping and early access to some deals.

This Is How Pandora Station Creation Works On A Pioneer Head Unit

Pioneer's 2014 models of head units include the Pandora Station Creation feature. This feature was not available in older head units like the AppRadio 3.

As the name suggests, you can now create new stations in Pandora right from your head unit. But this feature has a one limitation, probably for safety reasons. Keep reading to find out how Pandora Station Creation actually works.

Get Pioneer's Flagship AVIC-8000NEX For Only $843 [Deals]

Pioneer Electronics' flagship NEX receiver, the AVIC-8000NEX, is feature-rich. But all those robust features come at a dear price. The retail price may be well over budget for most consumers but that's if you don't care to look around for a bargain.

Black Friday must have come early this year because Amazon has the Pioneer AVIC-8000NEX for only $843.61. The device ships FREE and is sold by Car Toys. That's a savings of more than $550 over the suggested retail price ($1400). Sales Tax may be added in some states.

Click this link to check out the deal... Pioneer AVIC-8000NEX listings on Amazon. Prices change all the time but this is the lowest price we've found so far.

WhatsApp Is Coming To Android Auto Along With Other Apps [Android Auto]

Does anyone use SMS anymore? If you exist on the bright side of messaging technology, you must know of WhatsApp. The messaging service has grown into one of the most popular options these days. The best feature of WhatsApp? Cross-platform (iOS, Android, BlackBerry, Nokia, Symbian and Windows Phone) mobile messaging, absolutely free.

Google is planning on bringing WhatsApp even closer to your world by integrating the service in its Android Auto software. And, WhatsApp will be available in Android Auto at launch, although no one knows when the launch will happen.

Here are other the other apps that are lined up to integrate Android Auto...

Android Auto Vs. Apple CarPlay - Latest From The 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show

The 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show is underway in Southern California at the moment. Google is showcasing their Android Auto software at the event. And of course, Apple CarPlay is there too.

Multiple sources are reporting how the two technologies compare to each other. There are a lot of similarities in the way things work but obviously there are a few differences too.

After reading a few reports and watching a few developer videos from Google, this is what we've learned so far...