Well, as I updated my dials thread, might as well put the pics here as they show a new carPC feature.
My carPC has been through a few changes software wise and I am currently experimenting with Linux so am just fine tuning the hole front end.
The console itself is going to be ripped out again and remodelled to get rid of the blemishes I see. I am also removing the DVD-RW drive as it is never used and is wasting 2 USB ports! The console is also getting sprayed matt black to match the new black/chrome dials (courtesy of Stephen, they are from a Rover 45)
I recently purchased an android phone (Samsung Galaxy S3) and came up with an idea.... my monitor is wired to the PC via VGA connection, but it also has HDMI capability... so ordered the relevant cables and downloaded a great app for the phone et viola! I can now view my phone via the monitor and listen via the car speakers. All features work, ie sat nav, music, videos, internet etc, the only thing I cant do is utilise the touch screen on the monitor.
It's a great additional feature, especially for short journeys as the phone is already on and booted so it connects instantly with bluetooth audio and I'm ready to rock. I can also switch to PC in a jiffy if other features are needed (like cameras, touchscreen etc)
So here are the photos:
Linear Mode
