Sony In-car audio XAV-AX5000 unveiled

Sony launched an AV receiver XAV-AX5000 with a 17.6 cm (6.95) flush mount capacitive touchscreen, which appears to be bezel-less and can be integrated with your smartphone and car’s dashboard accordingly. XAV-AX5000 features smarter driving and aids to navigate, communicate and play music from user’s phone with intelligent voice control.

XAV-AX5000 claims to be ergonomically designed with a key terminal that gives instant access to the basic operation that includes source selections and sound adjustments with an aim to minimise distractions. The rear chassis is designed with single-DIN dimensions that promise to give enough room to store connected cable harnesses, steering wheel control adopter, and more.

The receiver supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay platforms, for navigation, music and phone calls. The featured EXTRA BASS claims to overcome engine noise and reproduce clear sound at any volume level. It incorporates two-mode boost steps that allow for both delicate and heavy boost settings. The XAV-AX5000 is priced at Rs 24,990 and is featured in a Black colour variant.