Reviewed on September 25, 2006Alpine's KCT-100BT Bluetooth module, when combined with an Alpine car stereo head unit and a Bluetooth-capable phone, offers hands-free calling.TAGS:Alpine, car stereo, Bluetooth, module
Reviewed on October 2, 2007The innovative in-dash Alpine IVA-W205 provides a decent range of media playback options as well as a useful navigation service and a good Bluetooth calling interface when connected to Alpine's portable Blackbird GPS device.TAGS:Alpine, touch screen, navigation, GPS, LCD, button
Reviewed on October 31, 2007The Alpine PMD-B200 is a decent portable navigation system, with good Bluetooth integration and traffic services. But the lack of text-to-speech functionality and inefficient route recalculations doesn't make it worth the high price tag.TAGS:Alpine, GPS receiver, GPS, Bluetooth, function, database
Reviewed on April 17, 2008The Alpine CDE-9874 is a good value entry-level car stereo, perfect for those looking to play homemade MP3 discs or iPod tracks. Audiophiles might want to look a bit higher up Alpine's lineup.TAGS:Alpine, dial, stereo, WMA, song, AAC, track, Apple iPod, MP3, display, Bluetooth, folder, button
Reviewed on June 1, 2006The Alpine Blackbird is a feature-rich vehicle GPS system and entertainment device all rolled into one sharp-looking package, but it hits a couple of roadblocks with its short battery life and sluggish route calculation.TAGS:Alpine
Reviewed on April 24, 2007The made-for-iPod Alpine iDA-X001 is a useful interface for bringing a digital-music library on the road. We like its stylish design and breadth of functions, although its user interface falls behind that of the iPod itself.TAGS:Alpine, car stereo, Apple iPod, USB, radio, connection, Bluetooth, CD, music, MP3
Reviewed on December 11, 2006The Alpine IVA-W200 is a stylish, all-in-one, in-car multimedia unit with some impressive audio and video compatibility and control options. However, DVD picture quality is not great, and the external Bluetooth module is more trouble than it's worth.TAGS:Alpine, brake, touch screen, DVD, digital audio, multimedia, movies, video, Bluetooth
Reviewed on November 29, 2007The Alpine CDA-9885 combines attractive styling and an easy-to-use music search interface with a host of expandability options, including HD Radio capability. However, those upgrading to HD Radio will have to deal with a clunky module and a hefty price tag.TAGS:HD radio, Alpine, digital audio, car stereo, stereo, radio, artist, car, folder, track, WMA, display, programming, button, Sony Corp.
Reviewed on April 2, 2007We were very impressed with the 2008 Land Rover LR2, which combines solid cabin gadgetry with a luxury interior. And all this comfort rides on Land Rover's legendary off-road platform. At its price, it's a great value.TAGS:cabin, Alpine, stereo, car, speakers, CD