You are not alone if you have ever wondered if anyone makes an Android headunit with a CD or DVD drive. While technology has marched on through the generations of MP3 and then onto streaming, some of us still have a lot of CDs to play.
Real CDs
Ripping a CD to MP3 and copying to a high-capacity USB stick seems like the solution, but some people like the satisfying feeling of putting a CD in the drive for it to play or can’t face the prospect of ripping all those CDs. The drives are also DVD compatible, so the same can be said for playing films in the van; they would rather stick to what they know, which is a physical medium.
Double DIN
If you have a 2 DIN space to fit the android headunit and want one with a CD and DVD, then this is the solution – The Pumpkin 6.2″ android 9.0. This version has a discretely integrated DVD/CD drive positioned above the screen. With this model, you get all the usual pumpkin android headunit features, like ISO leads, physical volume control and top-notch quality. The great 4 GB RAM, fast booting and OctaCore processor are present, matching the other higher-end pumpkins and reversing camera compatible, add-on for DAB+ radio but with support DVD video to the headrest and screen.
Quick Review Summary
Universal Android headunit combines a CD DVD drive
Positives
- If you want a CD/DVD, this is for you
- High quality
- Great support
- OctaCore PX5 fast processor
- 4 GB RAM
- Plenty of connectivity options
- Has fast boot
- Well proven platform
- Physical volume control
Negatives
- It is universal, so additional adaptors may be required to install
- Not the latest processor, but still high-end
- Limited stock available
Ratings:
Speed: 4/5
Value for money: 4/5
Ease of use: 5/5
Ease of installation: 3/5
CD and DVD compatibility: 5/5
