The only draw back of using smart phones for GPS is the data usage it can kill you if used all day like a courier driver might do . And then if you are outside mobile coverage then it wont work at all . There was an article on the media a few years back of a tow truck driver who used his phone exclusively for GPS and ended up with a $2000 bill . I have researched the Pioneer and several other major brands and several main things are evident in their shortcomings you have to buy the Bluetooth module as an extra not sure if you can connect reverse camera or add extra screens for rear seat passengers . Then the screens are much smaller 6.1 inch I do prefer the 8 inch Android one we have currently and then cost over 2 k for the Pioneer plus $100 for Bluetooth module and from other VW enthusiasts the Pioneer does not integrate with MFD at least the Chinese ones do Personal choice for me . I look at it this way $450 with all the latest functions versus $2000 plus after 4 years I could still replace with the latest model and updated maps from China every year and still be in front .
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