Allows full mirroring of your phone from your AppRadio.
Not recently updated — last update was on 2019-09-28.
This app may no longer be actively maintained.
AppRadio Unchained Rootless enables full mirroring of your phone to AppRadio head units, letting any app be controlled from the head unit screen. It supports Android AppMode via HDMI, offers a 48-hour extended trial, and includes multitouch, GPS mock locations, and wake lock for a responsive experience. Not ranked in top lists, it shows steady interest with 1,000+ total downloads and 101 ratings (4.20 average).
Pros & Cons
Extends AppRadio functionality to mirror any app on the head unit
HDMI AppMode compatibility supports a broad range of devices running Android 7+
Gesture-based control with multitouch for intuitive in-car use
GPS data transfer via mock locations enables location-aware head-unit apps
Requires Android 7+ and HDMI AppMode setup; may not work with all devices/head units
USB AppRadio mode via USB is not supported
Setup can be hardware-specific and complex, potentially limiting universal adoption
About AppRadio Unchained Rootless
AppRadio Unchained Rootless is an auto & vehicles app developed by Area51 Advanced Technology.
Download Statistics
AppRadio Unchained Rootless has been downloaded 3.2 thousand times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 1 times.
User Ratings
AppRadio Unchained Rootless is rated 4.20 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 100 ratings.
App Information
AppRadio Unchained Rootless costs $29.99 to download. The APK download size is 1.27 MB. The latest version available is 0.09. The last update was on September 28, 2019.
Technical Requirements
AppRadio Unchained Rootless requires Android 7.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play April 2017.
Description
AppRadio Unchained Rootless allows full mirroring of your phone from your AppRadio. This means that any app can be controlled from the head unit screen and not just a few that are specially adapted.
For this app to work Android 7 or higher is required. As Android 7 only allows to inject complete gestures, a gesture has to be completed first on the head unit before it will be dispatched to the phone. It works similar to record and playback. Suppose you need to do a long press of 2 seconds, first press for 2 seconds, once you lift your finger it will be dispatched and replicated on the phone where it will take 2 seconds as well. It's recommended to only do things that take a short time so there won't be too much delay.
Important The 'Smartphone setup' on the head unit needs to be set correctly for Android as by default it's configured for Iphone. Go to Settings->System->Input/Output Settings->SmartphoneSetup and set Device to 'Others' and Connection to 'HDMI'. See this video: https://goo.gl/CeAoVg
Any other AppRadio related app needs to be uninstalled as this blocks the connection to AppRadio Unchained Rootless.
Android 7 Bluetooth bug If during connection 'Accept thread error' is displayed this is not because of a bug in the app but due to a bug in Android 7. It can be fixed by disabling BT background scanning on your phone: Go to Settings -> Location, in top right menu click Scanning -> Bluetooth Scanning.
AppRadio mode requires that your device is connected to the HDMI input of the head unit. Depending on the device this can be done with a MHL / Slimport / Miracast / Chromecast adapter. This app supports automatic connection to wireless screencasting devices. Since Google API doesn't support this directly it is done via the phone's GUI. Note that only the phone's built-in screencasting capabilities can be used.
Chromecast issue The issue where it was not possible anymore to use a Chromecast with the mobile hotspot of your phone has been resolved by Google. If you still experience this issue make sure that ‘Google Play services’ has version 11.5.09 or higher. If your phone supports Miracast, it's more convenient to use a Miracast device. It doesn’t require an internet connection to connect to it. The Actiontec screenbeam mini 2 or the Microsoft wireless adapter V2 are good choices.
Because this app may not work for your setup there's an extended trial period of 48 hours. In order to claim this simply request a refund within 48 hours after purchase by emailing the order number to the support email address.
The user's manual is available here: https://bit.ly/3uiJ6CI Support forum thread at XDA-developers: https://goo.gl/rEwXp8
Supported head units: any AppRadio that supports Android AppMode via HDMI. For example: SPH-DA100, SPH-DA110, SPH-DA210, SPH-DA120, AVH-X8500BHS, AVH-4000NEX, AVH-4100NEX, AVH-4200NEX, AVIC-X850BT, AVIC-X950BH, AVIC-Z150BH, AVIC-6000NEX, AVIC-6100NEX, AVIC-6200NEX, AVIC-7000NEX, AVIC-7100NEX, AVIC-7200NEX, AVIC-8000NEX, AVIC-8100NEX, AVIC-8200NEX
Units that have AppRadio mode via USB (a.k.a. AppRadio One) are not supported.
The following features are supported: - Multitouch - AppRadio buttons - GPS data transfer via mock locations (only works with head units that have a GPS receiver) - Wake lock - Rotation locker (to put any app in landscape mode) - Real calibration - Start on HDMI detection (for use with phones and HDMI adapters) - Notifications to indicate connection state - Diagnostics - Automatic Bluetooth toggle for improved connection
AppRadio is a registered trademark of Pioneer. Disclaimer: You are solely responsible for using this app in such a way that it does not impair your ability to drive.
This app uses Accessibility services.
Recent changes: Fix for black menu text color, now white as it should be. SWC commands can now be directed to a target app.
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Comments on AppRadio Unchained Rootless for Android
★★★★★Fernando Casillas Jr· Aug 13, 2017
Works with Samsung Galaxy S6 SM-G920T with the NRD90M. G920TUES5EQG1 build of Android 7.0, Pioneer AVH-4200NEX, and Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter V2. On the first use, if your phone has a hardware home button you have to use your phone to return to the home screen. On subsequent uses, the stereo will emulate the android home, back, and overview/recent apps buttons. The resistive touchscreen on the stereo leaves much to be desired. My Pioneer has a resistive touchscreen. A capacitive touchscreen would improve the experience. The App Radio 4 doesn't have Android Auto, but is less costly and has a capacitive touchscreen.
★★★★★Beau olivares· Jun 10, 2019
I like this alot so far im using a Galaxy S10+ on a sph-da210 and works as it says alows full screen mirror of my phone and the ability to select any app on my phone from the screen itself love it so far only draw back I wish was my screen could go off/dark and I'd still be able to access my phone through the radio maybe that could be a future update but great overall app
★★★★★Paul Robinson· Jul 13, 2017
Been a long time user of unchained with a rooted HTC one X, switched to a non-rooted Samsung Galaxy S8 so moved to this app. What can I say but fantastic, great support from the developer over on xdadevelopers, after a bit of fiddling it works perfectly with my phone connected to a screen beam mini 2 and pioneer app radio 3. Start the car and within 30 seconds my phone is completely mirrored on the head unit.
★☆☆☆☆Ben Fox· Jan 2, 2021
Just got the app to work with my sph-da120 and currently works a treat. Will see how it goes and hopefully no issues 👍🏼
★☆☆☆☆Joseph Brown· Jul 30, 2018
Request a refund as this doesn't work with my PIONEER AVIC5201 and S9+If
there is a possibility I will adjust my rating.
★★☆☆☆Mitsucolt Elton· Oct 9, 2017
Sir I did that all the time n I read from the review this app is highlighted by others also. Does not work. Can I jv my refund
★☆☆☆☆Vytaras Vycka· Sep 20, 2019
Is not working on Huawei p20 pro mate. I want to get beck my money
Google Play Rankings for AppRadio Unchained Rootless
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Trust & Safety: Uses Accessibility services and a broad permissions set (including mock location, Internet, storage, wake lock, and foreground service). A driving safety disclaimer is present; users should review permissions and install only from trusted sources.
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