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Hindustan Times
13 hours ago
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Auto recap, July 6: Mahindra XUV 3XO slated for update, Tata Tiago and Curvv price hike, Xiaomi YU7's new milestone
Here is your quick check on the biggest developments in the world of automobiles. Check Offers The automotive industry is experiencing rapid changes, which makes it difficult to stay informed about all the latest advancements. At HT Auto, we are dedicated to delivering the most relevant and current information as it becomes available. Below is a concise overview of the key highlights from Sunday, July 6. Mahindra XUV 3XO slated for an update, will get black alloy wheels. Teased ahead of launch Mahindra, in a teaser video on its social media channel, has teased the upcoming updated version of the XUV 3XO sub-compact SUV. The upcoming Mahindra XUV 3XO is expected to receive a new variant. The teaser video gave us a glimpse of that. Despite being a short video, the latest teaser has revealed a few key differences. The upcoming updated version of the Mahindra XUV 3XO will come with a fresh set of alloy wheels, possibly all blacked out to don a sportier vibe. Besides the black alloy wheels, the sub-compact SUV will get a panoramic sunroof, an electric vehicle-themed front grille and a Red-Black dual-tone exterior paint. Also Read : Mahindra XUV 3XO slated for an update, will get black alloy wheels. Teased ahead of launch Tata Tiago, Curvv become costlier by up to ₹ 13,000. Here which trim got how much costlier Tata Motors has increased the prices for select models in its product range. The passenger vehicles that have become pricier with the latest price revision include models such as the Curvv, Tiago, Tiago NRG, and the Tigor. For both the Tata Tiago and Tata Curvv, select variants have received a price hike. The price revision for the Tata Tiago hatchback ranges up to ₹ 10,000, while the Tata Curvv coupe SUV has become pricier by up to ₹ 13,000. Also Read : Tata Tiago, Curvv become costlier by up to ₹ 13,000. Here which trim got how much costlier Qubo Dashplay Ultra infotainment system review: Is it a value-for-money device for your car? Qubo, famous for its range of dashcams, has entered the segment of aftermarket infotainment systems, with its Dashplay series. Available in three variants - Ultra, Pro and Standard- it challenges some of the big names in the market. HT Auto got the Qubo Dashplay Ultra touchscreen infotainment system to review, and here are our findings. Also Read : Qubo Dashplay Ultra infotainment system review: Is it a value-for-money device for your car? Xiaomi YU7 EV gets 2.40 lakh orders in just 18 hours The latest electric car by Xiaomi, the YU7 SUV, has created a hype within the Chinese car market since more than 240,000 bookings were reserved in just 18 hours after it hit the market officially. The figures indicate the mounting momentum for the tech giant's push within the electric mobility segment, barely a year after it launched its first-ever vehicle, the SU7 sedan. Also Read : Xiaomi YU7 EV gets 2.40 lakh orders in just 18 hours. Check details Get insights into Upcoming Cars In India, Electric Vehicles, Upcoming Bikes in India and cutting-edge technology transforming the automotive landscape. First Published Date: 07 Jul 2025, 07:03 AM IST
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Qubo Dashplay Ultra infotainment system review: Is it a value-for-money device for your car?
Qubo Dashplay Ultra is the flagship infotainment system of the company. Check Offers The modern car-buying experience is drastically different from what it was a decade ago. Gone are the days when cars were seen as just a means of going from one point to another. For the new age consumers, a car is more than just a vehicle for commuting or going places. Also, keeping pace with the evolving consumer mindset, the focus has shifted a lot to the in-car amenities and features. When it comes to in-car experiences, infotainment systems play a highly crucial role in defining that. Almost all the cars, whether in the entry-level segment or the high-end cars, have been experimenting with touchscreen infotainment systems. While the new cars arriving on the market come with pre-installed touchscreen infotainment systems from the OEMs, some of the cars' base trims and older cars lack these systems. Owners seeking to experience the infotainment systems in these cars have the opportunity to use aftermarket devices. There are tons of companies in the market that offer touchscreen infotainment systems. Qubo, famous for its range of dashcams, has entered the segment of aftermarket infotainment systems, with its Dashplay series. Available in three variants - Ultra, Pro and Standard- it challenges some of the big names in the market. HT Auto got the Qubo Dashplay Ultra touchscreen infotainment system to review, and here are our findings. Qubo Dashplay Ultra infotainment system comes with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Qubo Dashplay Ultra infotainment system: Design and user interface The Qubo Dashplay Ultra touchscreen infotainment system comes with a metal body that makes it sturdy. Speaking of other specifications, it runs on the Android OS and is powered by a quad-core 1.5 GHz Processor Ultra with an advanced GPU. The unit comes with 4 GB DDR3 RAM and 64 GB ROM. It connects with external networks via 2.5G and 5G dual band WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4. It offers wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. The head unit has a 9.0-inch 720p QLED display resolution, and it can play 1080p 30 fps full HD videos. Thankfully, one feature to mention is the adaptive screen backlighting. When the car is on the run or the ignition is on, the device automatically dims the backlight, which means the visibility of the driver is not impacted. This is one of the key functionalities that are lacking in many aftermarket infotainment systems. It has a split-screen display, which allows the user to access multiple features simultaneously. Qubo Dashplay Ultra infotainment system offers a flawless navigation experience. Qubo Dashplay Ultra infotainment system: Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay The Qubo Dashplay Ultra infotainment system comes offering wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. While we didn't test the Android Auto, the Apple CarPlay connectivity feature was tested thoroughly. The first time was the only time we had to go through the setup process, and from the next time onwards, the device connected to the iPhone effortlessly. The experience with the wireless Apple CarPlay was good enough to give it a thumbs up. However, it seemed that using wired Android Auto or Apple CarPlay is quite a tussle. If someone doesn't want to play music using wireless functionality and opts for the wired feature, he or she may find this problematic. In the car where we tested the device, the USB socket from the OEM was not compatible with the head unit. A separate USB adapter was required to be installed to ensure the OEM-provided USB socket received power, but even after that, it was of no use to play songs from a pen drive or the mobile directly. Instead, I had to rely on the Qubo-provided USB socket to play music from the pen drive. This was one of the challenges of using the infotainment unit flawlessly. Qubo Dashplay Ultra infotainment system: Audio quality & mic functionality The Qubo Dashplay Ultra infotainment system comes with TruAMP and a 48-band equaliser, which gets presents. The audio quality was good, and it supports a 4.1 audio channel with subwoofer support. Despite being an aftermarket device, the Qubo Dashplay Ultra synchronised well with the steering controls. Another problem we faced while testing the device was that the head unit didn't synchronise with the car's own roof-mounted mic. The infotainment unit has its own mic, but the distance between the driver and it is slightly longer than the distance between the OEM's roof-mounted mic and the driver. Besides that, the reception of the head unit's mic was also not strong enough for the person on the other end of the call to hear properly during phone calls. This forced us to install an external mic. It was a technical flaw of the device. Qubo Dashplay Ultra infotainment system has support for a 360-degree surround camera setup, which is a great functionality to ensure safe parking in tight spaces. Qubo Dashplay Ultra infotainment system: Dashcam and reverse camera support One of the key features of the device is the support for a 360-degree surround camera, which is a great functionality to ensure safe parking in tight spaces. With the increasing popularity of 360-degree cameras even in the aftermarket accessory segment, if anyone wants to install the system, this device offers compatibility with that, which is certainly a key USP of the Qubo infotainment unit. However, this feature couldn't be tested since the test car has no such camera system installed. The device also comes with support for full HD dual recording as well as a reverse camera. Qubo claims that for the reverse camera, the head unit comes with AHD 720p/1080p support. At ₹ 44,990, the Qubo Dashplay Ultra infotainment system is a great option for a car that lacks the infotainment unit from the OEM. Qubo Dashplay Ultra infotainment system: Verdict At a sticker price of ₹ 44,990, the Qubo Dashplay Ultra infotainment system is actually a pretty good aftermarket device for a car that lacks the infotainment unit from the OEM. The installation of the device may require a separate frame to ensure there are no gaps in the fittings. However, that may depend on the car the user has. Fitting the device is a one-time job, and if anyone wants to keep it for a long time and experience the convenience of wireless Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, the Qubo Dashplay Ultra seems perfect. However, it comes with some technical flaws, but that can be overlooked if the user is not too keen about every minuscule detail. First Published Date: 06 Jul 2025, 15:53 PM IST
