Hi,
I saw this video (
) and really liked the idea of modernising a car with something like this, but I am quite picky about screen quality and this one only has about 100ppi (I don't really like the 160ppi of my 27" Ultrafine Display), iPads have 260ppi and are at least 60Hz. Added with the fact that their processors are faster than some x86 desktop chips this forms the perfect basis for a good experience (crisp and snappy). I don't really need most of CarPlays functions, Maps and Music are the two things I value most.
Also I don't believe in central screens, the car should be focused towards the driver. A kit like this should be right in front of the driver replacing the original gauge cluster.
I think a digital gauge cluster drastically improves a cars looks and improves the connection between the car and you.
Appel announced an updated CarPlay experience (last WWDC I think), they also showed some concepts for digital dashboards.
This is my favourite. You surely can recreate this with an iPad and a generic OBD-II connection (If this isn't fast enough you should be able to use the information sent to the original gauge cluster). Is there anything out there that turns your iPad into something like this?
And I don't want something like this ↓
I want a clean/minimalist design that is customisable.
Another function great function of the CarPlay kit is a dash / backup cam.
But once again the quality isn't that great and 4k cams are available for ~50$.
All in all the CarPlay kit offers great value but just not the quality and customisability I am looking for.
Does anyone have experience with something like this?
I saw this video (
Also I don't believe in central screens, the car should be focused towards the driver. A kit like this should be right in front of the driver replacing the original gauge cluster.
I think a digital gauge cluster drastically improves a cars looks and improves the connection between the car and you.
Appel announced an updated CarPlay experience (last WWDC I think), they also showed some concepts for digital dashboards.
This is my favourite. You surely can recreate this with an iPad and a generic OBD-II connection (If this isn't fast enough you should be able to use the information sent to the original gauge cluster). Is there anything out there that turns your iPad into something like this?
And I don't want something like this ↓
I want a clean/minimalist design that is customisable.
Another function great function of the CarPlay kit is a dash / backup cam.
But once again the quality isn't that great and 4k cams are available for ~50$.
All in all the CarPlay kit offers great value but just not the quality and customisability I am looking for.
Does anyone have experience with something like this?
