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3.5mm Audio and USB on Lexus es300 2002?

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Old 03-04-15, 08:33 PM
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Default 3.5mm Audio and USB on Lexus es300 2002?

Hi everyone. I want to listen to music on lexus 2002 es300. But may be it doesn't have 3.5mm or any device to connect to phone for listening to music.
I know a GROM device. But it's expensive! About 85$ to 100$ .
Can you give me an idea?
And do you know how much for the back up camera on lexus es 300 2002?
Thank you very much
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This was something I was frustrated with as well. I have an 06 ES330 with all the bells and whistles and you'd think that there would be bluetooth and/or aux jack included. I ended up going to Best Buy and they sell this gadget called iSimple. Your songs and convos are played via bluetooth--so no wires are attached. $199 with installation included. Takes about an hour or so. I don't know anything about the backup cameras.
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If you want a very cheap connector, I think you'll need to look at FM transmitters. They run $10 to $50. Some people really love them and some are unreliable so you need to do some shopping/comparison.
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I agree with Oro. FM Transmitters doesn't work for everyone--sure didn't work for me lol. Completely up to you. This is where "you get what you pay for" comes into play. I tried the 50 dollar FM transmitters at Best Buy and it didn't work for me. I live in Chicago, so all the stations are pretty much taken. If you live in the cornfields, it's alright...otherwise I wouldn't recommend it. If you simply drive for a short distance in my area, the quality of the sound diminishes and you're forced to change to another station. Not only was the sound quality bad, it was inconvenient and dangerous since I have to constantly change stations just to hear songs on my phone while driving.
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Thank you very much for all your replies. I am thinking for the best choice
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I did some research and this seems like a good bet. I think I'm going to order one myself. It's only $15 and gets very positive reviews unlike many others.

Amazon.com: [New Version] Mpow® Oblong FM Transmitter Wireless radio car kit with 3.5mm Audio Plug, Car Charger Adapter: Cell Phones & Accessories Amazon.com: [New Version] Mpow® Oblong FM Transmitter Wireless radio car kit with 3.5mm Audio Plug, Car Charger Adapter: Cell Phones & Accessories
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