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fj80psi said:
I ordered it direct. I’m a Grom reseller. I didn’t want to start a group buy until I had first hand knowledge of the product. I will be installing another 2 units in the next couple weeks. I’ll keep everyone posted if I have any issues. So far, I just don’t like tethering my phone every time so I purchased a HUM obd2 dongle with WiFi other than that, so far learning the little quirks has been fun. I’ll do a better update soon for people that want info on the good and the bad.
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Please keep us informed...very interested for my ‘19 LC.
 
fj80psi said:
I ordered it direct. I’m a Grom reseller. I didn’t want to start a group buy until I had first hand knowledge of the product. I will be installing another 2 units in the next couple weeks. I’ll keep everyone posted if I have any issues. So far, I just don’t like tethering my phone every time so I purchased a HUM obd2 dongle with WiFi other than that, so far learning the little quirks has been fun. I’ll do a better update soon for people that want info on the good and the bad.
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I work in electronics distribution, so I know resellers usually have some product roadmap insight.... Any idea when they may be going to an Octo-core, more RAM and a newer Android distribution?
 
TheGrrrrr said:
I work in electronics distribution, so I know resellers usually have some product roadmap insight.... Any idea when they may be going to an Octo-core, more RAM and a newer Android distribution?
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I had a 12v. Car Audio Shop for 7 years. Believe me, the factory head unit is the bottleneck here. When we integrate IOS and Android, this is a problem. I’m honestly impressed it works as good as it does. Ram and faster processing can always help but, not even a thing imo. I like how the Grom is basically a “Tablet” so it’s firmware is upgraded over the air. I think the most important thing is that we post a “known issues” list. Just so everyone is informed. This unit is for the person that desires something much better but, not without glitches.
 
fj80psi said:
I ordered it direct. I’m a Grom reseller. I didn’t want to start a group buy until I had first hand knowledge of the product. I will be installing another 2 units in the next couple weeks. I’ll keep everyone posted if I have any issues. So far, I just don’t like tethering my phone every time so I purchased a HUM obd2 dongle with WiFi other than that, so far learning the little quirks has been fun. I’ll do a better update soon for people that want info on the good and the bad.
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Do you have a part number for the 08? Plugin Apple car play has always been something I want for our long trips. My Bluetooth module for music streaming is completely dead and I need to get it out of the truck.
 
'08 and interested here too. Is Android Auto functional via wireless?
 
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Interested when 2020 and wireless support show up.
 
Has anyone confirmed this works for 2008 LX?

I got the alert from Gaia as well. That is a game changer! Although the definition on the MFD may not be so conducive to using it for much.
 
Well, I heard back from Grom regarding my defective unit. They did give me a full refund, but were unable to replicate the issue in house but are "looking into it further". Sounds like they did a bench test and were unable to replicate the issue. Makes me worry that there is an unknown compatibility issue with my 2016 stereo and the Grom. I know some pre 2016 forum users have gotten it to work. Have other 16+ owners tried it successfully?

Could be a messy group buy if there are issues with the 16+.
 
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I spoke with Beatsonic and there is no plan to make a CarPlay solution for the Landcruiser. They also admitted that it is very difficult to integrate an aftermarket device into the OEM system without running into some bugs/glitches. It takes quite a bit of effort and the ability to have the vehicle in-house for testing.
 
Bat Masterson said:
I spoke with Beatsonic and there is no plan to make a CarPlay solution for the Landcruiser. They also admitted that it is very difficult to integrate an aftermarket device into the OEM system without running into some bugs/glitches. It takes quite a bit of effort and the ability to have the vehicle in-house for testing.
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The same Grom unit for the LC also works for some Lexus vehicles (forget which ones). Beatsonic has a model that works for the same Lexus vehicles. Wonder if it may work on the LC....
 
I just ordered my Grom Vline2 for my 2013. It should be here by end of the week. I will do my best to document the install, setup and tips &tricks in a separate thread. A few things I will be focusing on are:
  • Carista Android OS App functionality/communication with Carista ODB2 Interface
  • Icom RS-MS1I Android OS App functionality for controlling the Icom ID-5100a HAM Radio
  • Apple CarPlay functionality and responsiveness
    • Waze responsiveness
    • Spotify sound quality
  • GaiaGPS CarPlay functionality vs GaiaGPS Android OS App funtionality
  • SwitchPros Android OS App functionality
  • Webex/Zoom Android OS App Functionality
  • Streaming Android OS Apps
    • DirecTV
    • Netflix
    • MLB.tv
  • APRSDroid Android OS App Functionality
  • GoPro Android OS App functionality and connectivity range for cameras mounted on vehicle exterior/roof rack etc.
  • Escort Live Android OS App for Escort 360Max radar detector
If anyone has messed around with any of these on the Grom, let me know so I can eventually pick your brain.
 
40Man said:
The same Grom unit for the LC also works for some Lexus vehicles (forget which ones). Beatsonic has a model that works for the same Lexus vehicles. Wonder if it may work on the LC....
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They said it would not.
 
I’d be in on a group buy. I’d buy 3-4 for stock
 
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