In 1982, Michael Knight was able to talk to his 1982 Pontiac Firebird and ask it for navigation directions. Of course, watching “Knight Rider” meant that we understood that KITT was make-believe. Fast-forward 35 years, and talking to our vehicles is now a reality, thanks to our smartphone. The modern smartphone, be it an iPhone […]
A Quick Look at Apple and Android Smartphones
Looking back to the Palm Pilot and the original Blackberry, we have been on a constant path toward having full-blown computers with us at all times. Fast-forward a few decades and it’s rare that folks don’t have a smartphone in their pocket or purse. Apple and Android smartphones have changed the way we communicate and […]
Product Spotlight Sony XAV-AX100 Media Receiver
Sony, one of the industry leaders in the design and manufacture of car audio products, recently launched their XAV-AX100 Media Receiver with Bluetooth. The XAV-AX100 is Sony’s first head unit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Let’s see what makes this Double-DIN such a major success. Design and Interface The XAV-AX100 features a double-DIN front […]
Adding an Auxiliary Input to Your Factory Radio
A message that mobile enhancement retailers strive to share is that we want you to come to us with your feature requests or ideas. If you want a remote starter or audio system upgrade, you know to come to us – but did you know we also can install heated seats, auto-dimming mirrors or auxiliary […]
OEM Integration Products Make Your Car Better
The staff at Audio Design and Custom Graphics in Jacksonville, Florida, love working with the latest technologies. We integrate driver safety features, convenience systems and upgraded audio into vehicles every day. We have the expertise to add the features you want to the vehicle you already have. Let’s look at a few of the most […]
2010-2014 Ford Mustang Tablet Dash Kit
We have many clients here at Audio Designs & Custom Graphics who drive late-model Ford Mustangs. Many of these customers have asked about having an Apple iPad mounted in the dashes of their vehicles. In response, we have designed a custom Mustang tablet dash kit that integrates beautifully into the dash of 2010–2014 Ford Mustangs. […]
Premium iPad In-Dash Vehicle Integration
Audio Designs and Custom Graphics has the best clients. We get to build incredible audio systems for their cars, trucks, motorcycles and boats. We fabricate amazing subwoofer enclosures and cool-looking amps racks that blow our customers’ minds. A relatively new option has been to install an iPad in-dash or center console. Let’s look at why […]
Big Sound From Miata Stereo System Upgrade
Working on a vehicle with limited space is no problem for the staff at Audio Designs & Custom Graphics. We recently installed a system for one of our repeat clients in his 2013 Mazda Miata. He loved the work we had done for him previously, so coming to us for his Miata stereo system was, […]
Jacksonville Client Gets 1987 Caprice Audio Upgrade
A new client from Jacksonville, Florida, came to Audio Designs & Custom Graphics to upgrade his 1987 Caprice audio system. He had seen our work on Facebook and our website, and liked what he saw. We met with this client to discuss his goals for the system. We knew from his enthusiasm and passion for […]
Apple CarPlay Available at Audio Designs in Jacksonville
One of the latest technologies to come to automobiles is Apple CarPlay. Jacksonville’s Audio Designs & Custom Graphics can provide you with several options for adding CarPlay to your vehicle. Let’s look at what makes CarPlay the safest way to stay connected while you drive. Apple CarPlay features Text messaging, music playback, phone calls and […]
