gromaudio

Hello all,

Thought I will re-post our beta-test info here for folks that like to upgrade their Lexus audio/video and infotainment systems.

We are inviting beta-testers to try out our new VLINE infotainment center for Lexus cars.

http://gromaudio.com/vline/beta/index.html

Watch our video explaining what VLINE is all about at

VLINE is the state of art infotainment unit for select Lexus vehicles with navigation touchscreen. VLINE utilizes existing Lexus dashboard screen and transforms it to a modern infotainment system:

- Provides Android based VLINE OS, Android Auto and Car Play (approval pending)

- Provides access to the music apps such as Internet Radio, Pandora, Spotify, YouTube Red and so on

- GPS navigation via Google and Waze

- voice control and other apps on the go


Qualification of beta-tester

Select Lexus (should have Navigation!) car owners located within 50 mile radius from Belmont California, 94002.

• Lexus CT 200h 2011-2012
• Lexus ES 3xx 2007-2012
• Lexus GS 3xx 4xx 2006-2011 (incl Hybrid)
• Lexus GX 470 2004-2013
• Lexus HS 250H 2010-2012
• Lexus IS 2xx 3xx 2006-2012
• Lexus LS 4xx 2004-2012
• Lexus LX 470 2004-2011
• Lexus RX 3xx 4xx 2005-2012 (incl Hybrid)
• Lexus SC 430 2005-2010

If you own one of the cars above, and are interested in beta-test participation, read more about the beta-testing terms here:
http://gromaudio.com/vline/beta/index.html

Rewards:

• Opportunity to be a part of an awesome in-car technology development
• The first to access the latest in-car technology for your Lexus
• Free installation of VLINE
• Discount on the unit, if you decide to keep it after the testing, includes GPS, cables, 2GB data prepaid for two months (GSM WiFi modem sold separately)
• GROM's awesome T-Shirt

Contact us today via web form at http://gromaudio.com/vline/beta/index.html#signup

You can also chat with us live 9am-5pm PST or send email via contact form at http://gromaudio.com/support.html

Drive happy!

tlk2megoos

Just sent you an email through your site with a few questions. Looking forward to hearing your response.

Bobomo

Looks awesome and exactly what I'm looking for. Would love to test but I'm not local. Hope it comes to market soon.

gromaudio

Thank you! We will have a pre-sale soon, stay tuned.

Bobomo

Looks like Grom scaled back the available models (at least for the RX). Here's the final list from the pre-order email...

Lexus ES 350 2007-2009 (Navi)
Lexus GS 350/430/460/450h 2007-2009
Lexus GX 470 2007-2009
Lexus IS 250/350/F 2006-2009 (Navi)
Lexus LS 460 2007-2009
Lexus LS 600h 2008-2009
Lexus LX 570 2008-2009
Lexus RX 350/400H 2007-2009
Toyota Prius 2006-2009

gromaudio

Correct, this is what is available on the presale for now. We will keep adding other models and years, and will keep you posted.
Here is the link to the presale page: http://gromaudio.com/store/vline/grom-vl1-lex5.html

Thank you.

Hoovey689

iTrader: (16)

When do you expect this to be ready for Apple iOS? Noticed it said pending.

gromaudio

The Apple certification is pending, there is no ETA yet when it will be passed.

Note that VLine is stand alone unit, which has Android OS with the access to Google play. You do not need to connect your phone in order for VLine to work, you will need to use your phone only for Wifi tethering and Bluetooth audio streaming, if desired. The unit itself is capable of Apple Car Play, however it is in the development mode.

teejnut

iTrader: (6)

Will you be supporting Android Auto?

gromaudio

Not at this time, as VLine is Android based, so you get the access to the Android apps, without the AA limitations.

gromaudio

Quick update on where we are standing at this moment:
Gen 5 - we are shipping all pre-sale units now
Gen 3 - will open the pre-sale shortly, hopefully next week
Gen 4 - in works, beta-testing is still on
Gen 6 - beta-testing is on
Gen 7 and up - in works

The first VLine units for Gen 5 went out yesterday.

teejnut

iTrader: (6)

Can you provide any information with the features of the different gen? Are the gen hardware dependent or will a previous gen be able to upgrade to a newer gen via firmware?

gromaudio

Here is the short clip for VLine in Gen 6 beta:

and here is the Gen 5 manual, its digital version:
http://gromaudio.com/docs/vline_manu...all_manual.pdf

Your questions, feedback are always welcome!

teejnut

iTrader: (6)

Can you explain the difference between the Gens? Or is there a link explaining the difference? And are gens hardware or software dependent?

gromaudio

There will be the possibility to upgrade from one Gen to the next one. We will provide more info once we finalize everything.