When it comes to devices designed to control your audio, video, and navigation experience in your car, it can be difficult to select the very best option. That’s why we’re giving you a run-down on the three best products from three different companies, so you know what to compare all the way down the line. Let’s take a look at the Alpine INA-W910, the Pioneer AVIC-Z130BT, and the Kenwood DNX7180.
All three devices come standard with a GPS navigation system, and the Alpine INA-W910 is no different. Alpine’s competitor has maps in both 2D and 3D for maximum clarity in those decision moments, when you have to know exactly where to go next. With its internal memory, it can contain a small music and video library, or it can connect to the library on your iPod or iPhone through built-in Bluetooth and USB connectivity. It can link up with Pandora internet radio or SiriusXM, provided you have an antenna for the latter. It has a 7″ touch-screen and an SD card slot. The original retail price on Alpine’s contender is $1,199.95.
Like the Alpine, Pioneer’s AVIC-Z130BT has navigation with maps in both 2D and 3D. Unlike the Alpine, it has playback for both homemade CD’s and DVD’s (not just ones bought in stores), as well as the music and video libraries on your iPod or iPhone (which is also available through Bluetooth and USB connectivity). It also has an SD card slot and Pandora connectivity. It is different, however, in that it needs an accessory from Pioneer for SiriusXM compatibility, but it does have complete voice control, saving your hands for driving, which can make the entire experience much safer for you and your family. The original retail price on Pioneer’s fighter is $1,499.00.
Kenwood’s DNX7180 has a Garmin GPS with 2D and 3D street maps, like its competitors. And like its competitors, it has playback in all standard file types, as well as CD and DVD playback (although not necessarily the home-made kind). Like the Alpine, it has built-in Bluetooth and USB connectivity and Pandora connectivity. It also has split-screen control for both AV and navigation, so you never lose track of one to handle the other. It can also be expanded with a rear view camera with an expansion from Kenwood. Its original retail price is $1,499.99.
These devices are very similar, and you can decide for yourself, but it looks to me like the Alpine is the best value. But make your own choice. At any rate, when you’re shopping, consider the Alpine INA-W910, the Pioneer AVIC-Z130BT, and the Kenwood DNX7180.
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