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The DIY Car Computer vs. the iPad

Posted by kdawson on from the easy-way dept.

Julie188 writes "Auto dealers are selling infotainment systems at a nice fat profit, but if you know your way around a motherboard and power supply you can rip out your car stereo and replace it with a do-it-yourself touchscreen PC, complete with DVD, GPS, TV, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, MP3, and Internet surfing. The question is, is that even worth the bother? Or is it better to bolt a mount into the car for an iPad or a Galaxy tablet and call it good?"

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  1. Re:Why not... by Lilith's+Heart-shape · · Score: 0, Troll

    The last time my wife pissed me off by playing the driver's ed instructor, I just pulled over, pulled the keys out of the ignition, and dropped them in her lap. I then got out of the car, walked over to her side, and opened the door for her like a gentleman.

    If you want it done your way, do it yourself. Life isn't Burger King.

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