I have the iRAD 105 and my biggest complaint with it is that it picks up Audi lane drift assist. Does the 900 still do this?
71487
Every radar detector will do this because lane/drift assist for any car, not just Audi, uses radar frequencies. Radar detectors also pick up the frequencies emitted by adaptive cruise control.
71488
I wonder if you would benefit from the iradar S-series. It's essentially the same thing as this unit except it is not 360 degree protection. It only monitors what's in front of you, and the beauty of it is that you mount it under your hood. I am not exactly sure of how this will jive with the Audi's system, but it's something I'd explore. Same app and everything.
754900
I do NOT have lane assist so I cannot really tell you if it is worth the extra bucks, but I do have a garmin with the spoken street names, and I love it. I had one before that did not have it and for me it was a huge difference between the two. Since the spoken street names will tell you the next exit you need, my thinking was that I really would not need the lane assist, I'm not sure how much more helpful the little arrows would be, but certainly not worth the extra money FOR ME if I can READ the signs on the expressway prior to Garmin telling me which exit that I need to take. Again, I do NOT have lane assist, that was my justification for NOT getting it. Should you pick a newer Garmin that will have the ability to interact with your computer, do not be detered by some of the garmins if they that do not have the usb cable that you desire inside of the box. The cable that they require, is the same one that comes with most digital cameras and the are really cheap. You should be able to find one for less than five bucks (w/shipping included) here on Amazon. I recently purchased a pair of them for five bucks at the 'bullseye' store. They were branded for the ps3's wireless controllers and they work perfectly for the Garmin. My Garmin does not have the traffic feature, so I don't know much about that either. IF you go to the garmin website, they have a side by side comparision feature that allows you to choose two or more models and compare them side by side in an effort to help you narrow down the model that you desire with the features that you want. I do think that you will be pleased with whatever you model number that you choose. Most appear to get you from point A to point B with very little problems. Also, be on the look out for the after thanksgiving sales when they are usually very deeply discounted for a few hours in brick and mortar and here on Ammy. Best of luck to ya
1047853
Can't speak on 4.0 but my 3.8 (08) it made a huge difference! Shifting problems were solved. Better acceleration and highway speeds. Definitely made a better vehicle to drive.
1495688
I think I read that the 265 has pop up ads when you come to a stop. The 285 does not. Any one know if this is true?
115581
I have only used the controls on the phone. I dont use the Audi controls. I have 2010 MMI, and I cant confirm for the 2009.
638054
To be totally honest. I had a 2 dr A5 and the camera would never sync. (I'm sure it's likely that the camera wouldn't sync with your vehicle being that it's a long distance from the rear to the driver seat.)This product is pretty horrible (The camera). But the GPS unit is better than the factory GPS in my new car. I would find a wired camera set up if Garmin has one. (I don't think they do) or at least a unit with video jacks from Garmin.
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I have had both and I would definitely go for the Max if you do a lot of city driving. If you mainly only do highway driving I would look at the Redline. The Max has a MUCH better response time to radar signals than the 9500ix and has many more features you will enjoy. It is the 9500ix on steroids.
1110286
I do not have that feature on my steering wheel, so I can not be of help on that. Sorry..., but I do love my Alpine. Easy to operate, sound great.
1814321
It wiek very good in my dodge journey 2009. If the frequency is ok. In my case 433mhz this tpms is a very good choice.
1163321
No. Do a body lift not a suspension lift. Changing driveline angles causes problems.
1973608
I just finished a 5,000 mile road trip in a '75 maverick and saw no up dates, I get the same old "warning, possible speed trap, reduce speed, " in the same areas as I have from the beginning. A good radar detector is a far better choice.
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I just used mine on an 1800 mile round trip and was amazed at how well it was picking up signals on hills. It alerted me several times before I topped the hill and then saw the trooper. Corners I can't say due to my trip was total interstate.
2281270
I'm not sure of a new version. I think this is the last model that says recalculating. The models made after this one let you drive aimlessly for a few minutes before you are told you are driving in the wrong direction. If you're in traffic, it will take you forever to get back on your correct route. This is the main reason I bought this model.
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Negative. The systems in those cars work on K band and not in Ka. What helps to reduce the Redline's falses of those systems is the TSR option. If you turn it on it will help to reduce falses on the collision avoidance systems. On Ka band, most falses happen on segment 1 and 2 due to leaky radar detectors of nearby cars. If 33.8 is not a threat in your area, you can shut of segment 2 and will eliminate most falses on Ka. Visit www.rdforum.org for more info
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It works for a low beam too. If the car calls for one and it's the 9005, it probably has an actuator that projects the beam low or high. I.E. a Mercury Milan or Ford Fusion would fall in that category. Here's a Youtube video where a guy talks about it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltyyUBV7258
785754
Yes hard to believe but true! I bought them in June of last year and I have been driving with them ever since. They work well! Go ahead and by them. In fact buy a couple extra in case there is a problem with one. At that price you can't go wrong! Best move I have made in a long time. They cost $60 a piece in the Philadelphia area. And that's the least expensive price from Auto Zone!
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I'd like to add one further data point to the Audi issue. On my 2010 A4 (B8) with MMI cable, it does work, although the connection is not that stable, and it frequently needs to be "re-paired."