Sony launches a range of Extra Bass in-car media receivers for ultimate entertainment and navigation experience
Sony India announced a new line-up of in-car media receivers, XAV Extra Bass series to enhance your driving experience in a way that makes for a safer and smarter on-road experience. The five new audio receiver models are XAV-AX8000, XAV-AX7000, XAV-AX5500 XAV-3500 and XAV-1500 with Smartphone Mirroring by WebLink Cast. The top models, XAV-AX8000, XAV-AX7000 and XAV-AX5500 are also supported with some of the most advanced usability features and amazing displays such as Apple CarPlay, Android Auto.
Apple CarPlay integrates iPhone with the car audio’s display and controls; it enables users to make phone calls, access music, send and receive messages, get directions optimised for traffic and more while the driver stays focused on the road. Apple CarPlay now supports third-party navigation apps, so it provides even more choices to get to your destination.
The second feature Android Auto is designed keeping both safety and convenience in mind. It is a simpler way to use a smartphone with the car’s display. With the Google Assistant on Android Auto, drivers can stay focused, connected and entertained, keeping their eyes on the road and hands on the wheel, while using voice to help with daily tasks. With WebLink Cast is a lightweight app delivery platform designed especially for in-vehicle use; using the Android or iOS device connection.
Price and Availability
The new range of in-car audio devices will be available across car accessories shops and car showrooms across India.
| Model | MRP | Availability |
| XAV-AX8000 | Rs. 33,990 | May 2020 |
| XAV-AX7000 | Rs. 31,990 | May 2020 |
| XAV-AX5500 | Rs. 26,990 | July 2020 |
| XAV-3500 | Rs. 21,990 | July 2020 |
| XAV-1500 | Rs. 16,990 | May 2020 |
