A Mountainview, CA, client was referred to us by his dealership to get an Apple CarPlay and backup camera upgrade for his 2006 Bentley Continental. Apple CarPlay technology brings navigation, music streaming and hands-free calling to the dashboard in an easy-to-use interface. In the end, we brought this car into the 21st century with this […]
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Local Client Gets Porsche Cayenne Apple CarPlay Upgrade
A client recently contacted California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell about installing an Apple CarPlay upgrade in his 2011 Porsche Cayenne. The client purchased an upgrade module for his Porsche PCM radio that adds Apple CarPlay functionality, as well as including a backup camera input. After inspecting the vehicle and looking through the installation […]
Subaru WRX Radio Upgrade for Campbell Client
A client from Campbell recently contacted California Car Sounds and Tint about upgrading his Subaru WRX radio with a CarPlay solution. The client works for Apple and wanted to be able to use his iPhone with this smartphone integration system. We demonstrated several solutions for the client before settling on a multimedia receiver from Pioneer. […]
Malibu 23 Audio System Overhaul for San Jose Client
A local boat dealer referred a San Jose-based client to California Car Sounds and Tint for a 2018 Malibu 23 audio system upgrade. The client wanted to upgrade the stereo system that came with the boat and add high-output wakeboard tower speakers. After looking at the boat and discussing how it would be used, we […]
Gilroy Client Adds Ram Radio Upgrade and Sideview Camera System
A client from Gilroy recently contacted California Car Sounds and Tint to talk about upgrading this 2012 Ram radio with the new Alpine iLX-F309. As soon as the first units started to ship, people have been talking about this amazing new source unit. The client wanted one as soon as he saw it. He also […]
What is Bluetooth?
If you have been around the mobile electronics industry for any amount of time, you will know that certain terms are often used incorrectly. One term that has been over-abused lately is Bluetooth. Product manufacturers, retailers and consumers have developed an expectation of what Bluetooth is, and what it does. Sadly, those expectations can lead […]
RAM 3500 Safety Upgrades and Alpine Restyle Kit for San Jose Client
A client from San Jose recently visited California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell about some 2018 RAM 3500 safety and technology upgrades. He wanted a camera system that would help him see around his truck while driving or parking, and an easy-to-use source unit. We showed the client several options and explained how we […]
Campbell Client Adds Nissan 370Z Backup Camera and Pioneer Radio
A client from here in Campbell was referred to California Car Sounds and Tint by a friend. She was looking for a new radio and backup camera for her 2013 Nissan 370Z. We showed the client the Pioneer AVH-4200NEX with CarPlay and Android Auto, and demonstrated how we could mount a camera and have the […]
Ram 1500 Backup Sensors and Camera for San Jose Client
A local car dealer referred the owner of this 2015 Ram 1500 to California Car Sounds and Tint for a backup camera and parking sensors. We met with the owner to discuss his options before we started work. He asked if we could also upgrade the non-display radio to something better. We started with the […]
Android Auto Integrates Your Phone and Your Driving Experience
An Android Auto-equipped multimedia receiver from California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell is a great way to stay safe while being productive in your vehicle. Android Auto gives the users of Android mobile devices the ability to use their voice to request commonly accessed phone functions while driving. Let’s check out some of the […]