kd6icz Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 I guess it would be safe to say the Z110 runs Windows CE too? Link to post Share on other sites
Kirby692 Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 The 3.0 update will make the F series equivalent (software wise) to the X Series. Maybe I missed it, but what are the hardware differences? I can deal with my F being slower and whatnot, but is there anything in the X series that makes they a 'must have' hardware upgrade? Were there any comments about how these new units (or 3.0 software) would (if at all) change how things like the HD tuner works (and its shortcomings being fixed) or whether the folks at Pioneer knew (cared) about the mods being done currently to the F series? Link to post Share on other sites
bwolfe Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 Any word on whether the red light camera or speed camera will work on the new 3.0 software or new units? Link to post Share on other sites
dodgeboy Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 Am I the only one that's disappointed to see that all of the new units appear to be based on the software from the F-Series? I will be amazed if they iron out the bugs, and the slowness of that interface before all of the new units are released. They have a LONG way to go with the F-Series, to make it anywhere near as usable as my old Z2. I will also miss the XM NavTraffic on my Z2... MSN Direct is just not nearly as comprehensive as XM NavTraffic. Why does it seem that everyone is dropping XM NavTraffic? The screens look very good, and the bootup time of the Z series seems good. The other units don't look like much of an improvement, though. Dave Link to post Share on other sites
mikeinnj Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 Any videos of the nav voice control/iPod control screen? Any pics or info? Thanks! Link to post Share on other sites
jonofmac Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 Ok, that Z series looks like an improvement, the thing I'm really noticing is how when you were scrolling along the map it doesn't lag like hell. Even the lower end models seem to scroll at a reasonable speed, maybe 3-4 fps, whereas my F90BT is like watching a slide show when i try to scroll. Hopefully 3.0 will fix that. The thing with 3.0 I'm scared about is, won't we lose our ability to hack the unit? That means we'll get locked at about 10 mph again! I must say I also really enjoy customizing the buttons... I guess we'll have to wait and see Link to post Share on other sites
shoban13 Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 Looking forward to see more videos....Jason. Thanks for keepin us updated. Z110 has everything what i was looking for!!! Link to post Share on other sites
shoban13 Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 Pretty cool. I can't seem to find it, but does anyone know when these will be for sale and available to purchase? i'm assuming sometime in july Download the pdf file Jason have posted on the main page with the pictures of the units....It gives full details of specs, price and availability. viewtopic.php?f=45&t=24982 Link to post Share on other sites
pete3025 Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 That new Z maybe what I switch to. Very nice, and thanx for posting those vids Jason. Link to post Share on other sites
CitizenX Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 Am I the only one that's disappointed to see that all of the new units appear to be based on the software from the F-Series? I will be amazed if they iron out the bugs, and the slowness of that interface before all of the new units are released. They have a LONG way to go with the F-Series, to make it anywhere near as usable as my old Z2. They said that the Z110 and the U310 are new, all-Pioneer designed. The F (and X) were partnered with NavNGo (iGo). Also, there isnt really much different hardware-wise on the X-series. A new Apple authentication chip, which means iPhones won't get that stupid pop-up message. Otherwise almost exactly the same, it's all software updates. Link to post Share on other sites
kryngle Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 Just checkin out the price for the Z110BT is $1,800.00 Seems a lil steep for my blood. Thought it would be cheaper but I guess its way up. Might have to hold off or check out Ebay when time is good. http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/Products/CarAudioVideo/In-Dash/GPS-Navigation-Systems/AVIC-Z110BT Link to post Share on other sites
mikeinnj Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 They said that the Z110 and the U310 are new, all-Pioneer designed. The F (and X) were partnered with NavNGo (iGo). Also, there isnt really much different hardware-wise on the X-series. A new Apple authentication chip, which means iPhones won't get that stupid pop-up message. Otherwise almost exactly the same, it's all software updates. I'm definitely getting the Z110 now that I know iGo is not under it. I'm sorry, but I HATE the Pioneer-ized version of iGo, even if it did get improved with the new X series. The routing always sucked regardless along with the TTS voices. I have owned the D3, the Kenwood 8120, the 5120, and the F90 and F700. The D3 and the Garmin always had great routing in my area regardless of settings. I also prefer the look of the detailed Pioneer maps from the Z/D series era and am VERY happy to see the return of Pioneer's nav software along with the POI icons, etc. I'm saving up for this unit for sure. I would have gone to the Z series sooner if it only had updated/built in bluetooth and iPod control. Now it looks like that has happened and then some. Just wish it had the option for NavTraffic AND MSN direct, so you could choose the traffic service independently and still have the rest of MSN Direct. I loved the NavTraffic with my 8120/Garmin. Link to post Share on other sites
spolkyc Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 Just checkin out the price for the Z110BT is $1,800.00 Seems a lil steep for my blood. Thought it would be cheaper but I guess its way up. Might have to hold off or check out Ebay when time is good. http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/Products/CarAudioVideo/In-Dash/GPS-Navigation-Systems/AVIC-Z110BT I thought $1,800.00 was the MSRP for the AVIC-Z(1-3). And pre-order is $1,599.99 at Crutchfield. Pioneer AVIC-Z110BT at Crutchfield Link to post Share on other sites
garrettoomey Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 Pioneer's website shows the Z110 with an MSRP at $1800. Link to post Share on other sites
mikeinnj Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 I just read in the PDF for the Z110 that the MSN Direct tuner is optional? Can anyone confirm this? MSN Direct*1– The AVIC-Z110BT is designed to interface with an optional MSN Direct tuner to provide users (who subscribe and pay for the MSN Direct service) with updated traffic information. Link to post Share on other sites
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