Pioneer AVIC-D3: In-Dash Everything

by Anton Friant (RSS feed)
Nov 20th 2006 at 6:02PM

Despite rampant reports of careless drivers placing complete trust in their in-dash navigation systems (like wrapping their shiny new ride around a tree or driving uninhibitedly into a construction zone), the market for GPS directions is expected to grow over 163% next year. Pioneer's AVIC-D3 will pack a whole host of entertainment features to its 6" touchscreen, but the real kicker is the unit's complete iPod support and Bluetooth capabilities; even if you're streaming video from your iPod and following directions at the same time, the unit will put everything on hold to tell you that you have a call from your mother reminding you to pick up a gallon of milk on your way home for Thanksgiving dinner.

The AVIC-D3 will be available in March 2007 with a retail price to be determined at the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show.

[via BornRich]

Tags: AVIC-D3, bluetooth, gps, iPod, navigation, pioneer

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PRAY Nov 20th 2006 6:22PM

Very good news! Thanks!

Rodge Dec 28th 2006 3:59PM

This unit is going to be the ONE.... I've done more research about din-2 Nav units than anyone, and I can assure you that this unit is going to be the "bang for the buck" that we are looking for. Great upgrade from the AVIC-D2. Can't wait for march

Jon Jan 3rd 2007 1:44PM

two bad it will not have dual- optical disc drives. if you want to navigate you will have to empty the drive first and insert the NAV disc. Input your destination and wait for the data to upload from the NAV disc. then and only then you can eject the NAV disc and use the Optical drive for movies or for music discs.

John Jan 19th 2007 12:00PM

The unit itself comes with 11 million POIs stored into the system, so there is no need for a NAV disc. So don't let that concern stop you from getting this best on the market in dash navigational unit.