Turn your Android tablet into an Android Auto headunit. USB & Wireless
Pros & Cons
Open-source revival with a modern Material 3 UI
Multiple connectivity options: USB, Wireless Direct, and Wi‑Fi Direct
Auto-Optimization Wizard and Self-Mode for easy setup and testing
Pro-level integration via App Shortcuts and system navigation provider
No explicit emphasis on screen mirroring or Bluetooth features commonly highlighted by competitors
About Headunit Revived
Headunit Revived is a maps & navigation app developed by André Rinas.
Download Statistics
Headunit Revived has been downloaded 5.4 thousand times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 1.5 thousand times. It is ranked #1 in maps & navigation.
User Ratings
Headunit Revived is rated 4.31 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 160 ratings.
App Information
Headunit Revived costs $3.99 to download. The APK download size is 9.03 MB. The latest version available is 2.3.1. The last update was on May 28, 2026.
Technical Requirements
The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play January 2026.
Description
Headunit Revived: The Ultimate Android Auto Emulator for your Tablet!
Breathe new life into your Android tablet or car headunit by transforming it into a fully functional, modern infotainment system. Headunit Revived allows you to experience Android Auto on almost any Android device—whether via USB, wirelessly, or using the innovative Self-Mode.
This project is an open-source revival of the original "Headunit" app by Mike Reid, modernized with the latest technologies and a sleek Material 3 interface.
NEW IN VERSION 2.0: * Native Wi-Fi Direct (P2P) Support: Connect your phone wirelessly to your tablet without needing a manual hotspot. Connection establishment is fully automated in the background. * Auto-Optimization Wizard: Tired of technical guesswork? Our new setup wizard scans your hardware and automatically recommends the best Resolution, DPI, and Codec for maximum stability. * Advanced Screen Modes: Choose between "Immersive" (all bars hidden), "Hide Status Bar Only" (keeps navigation bar visible), or Standard mode. Ideal for devices where hardware buttons were previously obscured. * Compatibility Fix for AA 16.4+: Full support for the latest Android Auto updates on your smartphone.
Key Features at a Glance:
🚀 Flexible Connectivity * USB: Plug & Play. Supports stable connections via USB-OTG. * Wireless (NSD): Automatically detects your phone on the same Wi-Fi network. * Wi-Fi Direct: The most modern way to connect wirelessly—no shared network required. * Self-Mode: Run Android Auto directly on your phone (local simulation), ideal for large displays or testing purposes.
🎥 High-Performance Video * Supports H.264 and H.265 (HEVC) hardware decoding. * Crystal-clear projection up to 1080p and 1440p (on supported hardware). * Adjustable FPS (30/60) for smooth navigation and menus.
🎨 Modern Design & Customization * Material 3 UI: A clean, intuitive interface that fits perfectly into modern Android systems. * Individual DPI Scaling: Determine exactly how large icons and text should appear. * Day/Night Mode: Automatic switching based on time, sunset, or your tablet's light sensor.
🔊 Crystal Clear Sound & Control * Audio Gain Offsets: Adjust the volume for music, navigation prompts, and voice assistant separately (0% to 200%). * Media Session Integration: Control your music using steering wheel buttons or external controllers. * Microphone Support: Use "Hey Google" voice commands directly via your tablet's microphone.
🛠 System Integration for Pro Users * App Shortcuts: Start or stop connections directly from your homescreen or automation apps (Tasker, MacroDroid). * Navigation Provider: Officially registered as a system navigation app (improves integration with third-party car launchers).
How to use: 1. Install Headunit Revived on your Android tablet/headunit. 2. USB: Connect your phone via cable, grant permissions, and enjoy Android Auto. 3. Wireless: We recommend our free companion app "Wireless Helper" on your smartphone for a fully automated connection via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct.
Requirements: * Tablet/Headunit with Android 4.1 or newer. * A smartphone with Android Auto installed. * Optional: A compatible USB-OTG cable for wired connections.
Note: This project is open-source and constantly improving. It is not affiliated with Google LLC. Android Auto is a trademark of Google LLC.
Recent changes: - Improved connection stability and reduced disconnects - Fixed orientation, microphone mapping, Samsung routines and USB issues - Added Audio Mixer, static audio focus and multi-device BT autostart - Added back key routing/keymap and Vietnamese translation 🇻🇳
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I’ve been using Wi-Fi Helper and Head unit Reloaded for my custom Android Auto tablet setup and both apps are fantastic. Highly recommended for anyone building a custom Android Auto solution. The developer is constantly improving the apps with regular updates, new features and fixes, which is great to see.
★★★★★Matthew Baildon· May 4, 2026
I was using Head unit Reloaded previously, but it was always unstable and unreliable. So far Head unit Revived seems a lot more stable and easy to set up, fingers crossed it continues to work well. For reference, I'm using a Pixel 8 phone, and I have Head unit Revived installed on an Oneplus Lite Tablet. The USB mode seems to work perfectly, as does connect the tablet to my Pixel 8's wi-fi hotspot with the head unit server activated in the Pixel 8's Android Auto developer settings.
★☆☆☆☆Sushil Maurya· Apr 9, 2026
Frequent disconnections. Need to connect again and again. I tried all connection methods e.g. Wi-Fi hotspot method, Wi-Fi Direct method etc. Also, I had checked all the settings including Wi-Fi and battery settings. But, the result is same i.e. frequent disconnections. Please resolve the issue.
★★☆☆☆Duc Nguyen· May 10, 2026
My car doesn't have Android Auto, so I thought I'd get this app to launch it manually through the app. But the functionalities are so glitchy, launching self mode keeps kicking me back, so I had to press like 5 times before it started android auto, then in android auto, I can only use recent destination cuz tapping the address bar to type in by keyboard kicked me back to the map forever, and using voice or phone require permission, but I gave them to the app, and it still said required permissions
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