Sony today introduced the new XAV-602BT smartphone connected in-dash AV receiver making it easier and more convenient to experience music, navigation and smartphone applications while in the car.

The new XAV-602BT AV receiver features Sony-exclusive App Remote technology for Android and iOS devices, unifying entertainment and control functions for a simplified driving experience. The App Remote feature combines music and select smartphone apps into a single source list that can be safely displayed and controlled directly from the receiver. App content is displayed on the smartphone while audio content plays through the speakers…

Pioneer Electronics Inc. continues to offer consumers the most smartphone connectivity options for the car with two versions (SPH-DA210 and SPH-DA110) of its next generation AppRadio 3 smartphone connected in-dash receiver.

Expanding on Pioneer’s philosophy to enable consumers stay connected, both AppRadio 3 models feature compatibility with MirrorLink enabled smartphones in addition to the current AppRadio compatibility with both iOS (iPhone 4/4S/5) and select Android OS smartphones…

Alpine introduced a new receiver with connectivity options to several cloud-based content sources. The ICS-X7HD in-dash app-receiver is the first of its kind for the company and was recognized with an Innovations award in the In-Vehicle Audio category at the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, held Jan. 8-11 at the Las Vegas Convention Center…

The Kenwood Excelon DNN990HD connects to a WiFi-enabled smartphone or mobile hotspot to enhance mobile navigation, access content across multiple media sources, receive and send Facebook and Twitter updates as well as manage e-mail hands-free, and share audio and video content in the vehicle with an external Kenwood touchscreen monitor/controller…

Kenwood USA announced the introduction of four newly-engineered in-car multimedia systems, all with expanded connectivity and entertainment capabilities including Pandora Internet Radio compatibility with iPhone, Android and Blackberry smartphones, and audio streaming via Bluetooth on three of the four models.

All models have the ability to upgrade to Garmin navigation via a special app (available on the Apple iTunes Store), which downloads the mapping database directly onto an iPhone 4 or 4s and allows for instantaneous routing and re-routing without the need for continuous 3G, 4G or LTE service, avoiding long download times and high data charges…

Pioneer Electronics Inc. today launched three new in-dash navigation systems, AVIC-Z150BH, AVIC-X950BH and AVIC-X850BT, that combine advanced route guidance, multimedia entertainment and smartphone connectivity functions. The entire lineup of products includes iPhone 5 compatibility as well as high resolution WVGA touchscreen displays ranging from 6.1 to 7 inches, new mapping interface with available built-in real-time traffic information, new graphical user interface (GUI), AppRadio™ Mode (previously known as Advanced AppMode), SiriusXM® ready, built-in Bluetooth® functionality, USB connectivity (must have iPod® cable for USB functionality), HD Radio™ Technology, DVD/CD/MP3 playback, and more…

Pioneer Electronics Inc. introduces five new in-dash multimedia DVD receivers that meet consumers’ desire for more smartphone connectivity and integration. The new line of multimedia DVD receivers, consisting of the AVH-X1500DVD, AVH-X2500BT, AVH-X3500BHS, AVH-X4500BT and AVH-X5500BHS, features Pioneer’s exclusive Advanced App Mode, smartphone connectivity and MIXTRAX™ virtual DJ technology plus high resolution touchscreen displays, DVD/CD media playback, USB connectivity, Pandora® internet radio connectivity and more…

JVC Mobile Entertainment, the premier developer and manufacturer of sophisticated mobile, audio, and video products, is proud to introduce two high-speed 6.1” and two 7” WVGA display A/V navigation systems for 2012.

JVC’s 2012 Navigation series introduces state-of-the-art clear and realistic sound with an offering of over ten professional sound setting adjustments as well as a graphic thirteen band equalizer and time alignment. Screens offer beautiful picture for both map display and video playback with upgraded super-fine WVGA LCD Monitors…

Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. today expanded its in-dash audio video product lineup with the announcement of five new double DIN multi-media receivers that deliver exceptional audio and video entertainment, optional navigation, and unsurpassed connectivity options for today’s personal devices. The new AVH models, AVH-P8400BH, AVH-P4400BH, AVH-P3400BH, AVH-P2400BT and AVH-P1400DVD are packed with features including a range of touch-screen displays in sizes ranging from 5.8 to 7-inches, MIXTRAX (AVH-P8400BH) technology, Advanced App Mode (AVH-P8400BH), smartphone connectivity, advanced user interfaces, Bluetooth® connectivity, HD Radio® Technology and more…

JVC Mobile Entertainment, a leading developer and manufacturer of sophisticated mobile, audio, and video products, is proud to announce that it has added Pandora internet radio connectivity to select 2011 in-dash CD receivers.

Pandora internet radio, the leading personalized radio service, can be used with JVC’s KD-R720, KD-R820BT, and JVC Arsenal KD-A725 and KD-A925BT receivers. Through a simple USB connection, users can control the Pandora internet radio iPhone app using the receiver’s keys to perform tasks such as thumbs-up, thumbs-down, skip, play/pause, and a new station creation…