- Upgrade to the later version RNS-E (2010) onwards and buy an external Bluetooth connection.
I like that it retains the OEM look and enhances the existing unit in terms of graphics and speed, it but seems expensive for an 2nd hand unit.
- Buy a new double din head unit. I don’t think I’d need an expensive one as I’d only really want it to provide the basic functions of sat nav, calls and music, but it’ll bring a host of other modern features which I’d probably like, but cheaper ones look tacky.
- I found that a few people have Connect2 units installed but on contacting Connects2 to find out which one, they suggested that it may not work well because it also has a Bluetooth call function which may conflict with the cars function as they said most phones will only be able to connect to one device at a time (I have a Samsung A40). They also mentioned in some cases there is a BOSE pin and when their interface is connected, I would not get any sound from the radio.
- Install an Aux in line with 3.5mm jack and Bluetooth adapter. Found one on amazon but seems expensive for what it is, although it gets over the power consideration https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bluetooth-Adap ... B01B1A1MVI. I’m not sure what the down sides of this set up is; Quality of music? May require VCDS set up?. I did read something about RNSe with a TV not being compatible, which mine has (at least a button for, anyway) but can’t find that comment again
Thanks for any advice.