Product Dimensions | 25.4 x 20.3 x 17.8 cm; 200 g |
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Item model number | ILX-W650 |
Wireless Communication Technologies | Bluetooth |
Connectivity Technologies | bluetooth |
Special Features | Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Built-In Bluetooth |
Other display features | Wireless |
Colour | Black |
What’s in the box? | camera |
Item Weight | 200 g |
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Alpine iLX-W650 7" Mech-Less Receiver Compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
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Brand | Alpine |
Connectivity technology | bluetooth |
Controller type | Android |
Special feature | Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Built-In Bluetooth |
Compatible devices | Smartphone |
Total HDMI ports | 1 |
Connector type | RCA |
Audio encoding | Stereo |
Audio output mode | Stereo |
Surround sound channel configuration | 4 Channel |
About this item
- Digital media receiver with AM/FM tuner (does not play CDs)
- 7-inch anti-glare WVGA display with a capacitive touchscreen
- Hands-free control lets you access apps using your voice
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ASIN | B07NQ2BRFM |
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Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
鶹 Rank |
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Date First Available | Feb. 15 2019 |
Manufacturer | Alpine |
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Alpine iLX-W650 Mechless Multimedia Receiver The iLX-W650 boasts several unique interface and form factor advancements. The new swipe control interface is designed for easy use so drivers can keep their eyes on the road. A two-finger swipe motion moving up, down, left, or right will control volume up, volume down, track skip forward, and track skip back. The two-finger swipe can be done at any location on the touch screen, eliminating the need for the driver to search and touch a specific area for each command. 7" Anti-glare capacitive touchscreen Shallow chassis that measures 2.4" deep digital media receiver with AM/FM tuner (does not play CDs) shallow-mount chassis design (2-7/16" deep) designed to pair with Alpine's KTA-450 power pack amplifier (not included) touchscreen swipe controls designed to work with CarPlay and Android Auto hands-free control lets you access apps using your voice built-in Bluetooth connectivity USB port accommodates various devices and thumb drives FLAC compatible built-in iPhone control Siri Eyes Free Control works with Google Assistant inputs: rear USB port, two camera inputs works with SiriusXM satellite radio tuner (not included) outputs: 6-channel preamp outputs (4-volt front, rear, subwoofer) compatible with most factory steering wheel audio controls (adapter required) external microphone included built-in amplifier (16 watts RMS/40 peak x 4 channels) CTA-2006 compliant warranty: 1 year What's in the Box: Digital media receiver Wiring harness (15A fuse) Preout/Camera harness 42" USB extension cable Microphone (attached 13' cable terminated by a male 3.5mm stereo connector) Bracket (for microphone) 4 ISO-screws Quick Reference Guide Registration Card
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Sold by | Gleamo | Gibby's Electronic Supermarket | NelsonLife | GTA Electronics Store |
number of channels | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
connectivity tech | bluetooth | Bluetooth, USB | ['USB', 'RCA'] | Bluetooth, Auxiliary |
control method | touch, voice | touch | touch | touch |
controller type | Android | Touschscreen | Hand Control | Android |
audio output type | Internal | Speakers | Speakers | Speakers |
supported services | SiriusXM | SiriusXM | Maps | Pandora, SiriusXM, Spotify |
HDMI ports | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
video encoding | H.264, H.265/HEVC, VP9, MPEG-4 | H.264 | H.264, H.265, VP9 | H.264, MPEG-4, etc. |
audio encoding | stereo, stereo | — | mono, mono | stereo |
model number | ILX-W650 | DMX709S | KW-M150BT | DMH1500NEX |
output wattage | 16 watts | — | 45 watts | 200 watts |
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- Reviewed in Canada on February 17, 2023Verified PurchaseI had to get a new phone as my old one wasn't really compatible with the system, which I guess I was due got a new phone anyways. But either way it's working great after about 16 months of owning it, even throughout the cold Canadian weather. The steering wheel controls won't work for a few minutes if it's really cold, but the touch screen does regardless. Very happy with this and I was even able to get a backup camera because of this, I'd highly recommend!
- Reviewed in Canada on January 9, 2023Verified PurchaseGreat sound quality, using carplay and it works great.
Tried an atoto unit but had to replace it twice because of weird sound on only one channel, switched back to known brand and it work great.
- Reviewed in Canada on November 23, 2024Verified PurchaseAfter owning a few Android head units and a BOSS unit that were all terrible in there own ways the Alpine unit has been amazing for the last year or so.
- Reviewed in Canada on February 20, 2024Verified Purchasei really enjoy the interface and the screen is like using a phone screen i’ve used other infotainment screens that you have to touch hard for the screen to register. my only issue is that’s my deck turns off before it turns my subwoofer amp off so every time i turn my car off i get a super loud THUD from my sub. i fixed this my adding an automotive relay to my ignition so my amp turns off first no more THUD
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Reviewed in Canada on June 12, 2025Verified PurchaseAppareil non fonctionnel. Impossible de l'allumer, demande autorisation de retour , suite a ça. On me rembourse 50% du prix payer ..
- Reviewed in Canada on December 1, 2021Verified PurchaseGreat unit. Works very well. I also added a Backup Camera on mine.
- Reviewed in Canada on July 12, 2020Verified PurchaseSuch a slick deck. Honestly super easy to use and easy to connect my iPhone too. Also my wife connects here android to it too.
The sound is amazing. Typical Alpine quality. Great stereo and easy to install. The shallowness of the stereo is great for installs that do not have much room.. I love it!
- Reviewed in Canada on July 27, 2023It worked now my car is smashed so it doesn't matter anymore lol
It worked now my car is smashed so it doesn't matter anymore lol
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- Sarah W.Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars Alpine Quality
Verified PurchaseThis is my first touchscreen head unit and it is worlds more advanced than any head unit I've had before. This Alpine unit is simple to use and tweak to your liking. The screen is bright and easy to see during the day when its sunny outside and dims automatically at night. You can also adjust the brightness and dimness of the screen to your liking. Sound quality is first class and you know you are getting Alpine sound a build quality which will bring you years of quality use. All parts of this unit are very simple to use including the 9 band EQ, making or receiving calls, or navigating to a destination.
Before buying this unit I compared it to the Kenwood DMX9706S which cost about $100 more (best I could find on internet). The Kenwood is obviously a great unit (I have Kenwood in my other automobile) but the Alpine just seemed easier to manipulate and manage due to its simple (iPhone - Like) feel. Of course the Alpine is compatible with both Android and Apple Car Play which is very nice for navigation, playing music, and making calls.
When shopping for a new head unit I found most of the units were very comparable and do a lot of the same things (sort of like comparing smart phones) but I felt this Alpine head unit was the simplest to use and I felt ease of use is particularly important when you are installing it in an automobile. Also the price on it is better than the competition as I picked this one up for $279.00. It's a good buy on a great unit. Cannot go wrong with Alpine as the sound quality is definitely what you expect from Alpine.
- BrianosaurusReviewed in the United States on May 31, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for shallow installations!
Verified PurchaseInstalled this in a 2009 Chrysler 300 where the opening behind the radio is too narrow for double-DIN head units that are more than about 4 inches deep. This unit is only about 2.5 inches deep and is loaded with features (except for a disc player). I really like that the display is large and the text is very easy to read. The touch screen works really well. Blue-tooth connectivity works great. Apple CarPlay works great. The switch from Bluetooth to CarPlay is automatic just by plugging/unplugging the cable. It will drop audio for 1 or 2 seconds during the switch.
Cons: Stupid #$%&ing parking brake sense wire is required to access most of the settings including just switching between two bluetooth devices. It can't be bypassed by simply grounding the wire. It requires a smart bypass circuit with a timed relay. I bought the "MicroBypass Parking Brake Override" on 鶹 after I found out I couldn't even access the settings without the parking brake being engaged.
The built-in amplifier is only 16W x4 vs. the typical 22W x4. I imagine this is due to the much smaller space available inside the unit. It's still good enough for the factory speakers in my car, though.
Update: Aug 22, 2019. After 3 months, I'm still liking this unit. Some things I've noticed since my initial review:
I occasionally see a lag on the touchscreen when using CarPlay, but it's rare. Not sure if it's the phone or the unit.
When switching between Bluetooth and CarPlay in the middle of a song, it's obvious that the Bluetooth and CarPlay audio go through some different audio processing (e.g. equalizer settings). CarPlay sounds a lot better. Again, not sure if this is something on the phone or the unit.
There is a small window of time about 3 seconds after you turn the unit on but before the unit is fully booted up where if you plug in your iPhone, it won't be detected and so CarPlay won't be available. If it happens, the simple solution is to unplug the cable and plug it in again.
Update Aug 10, 2020: Wanted to update that the custom equalizer settings don't seem to affect the Carplay or Bluetooth at all. This is kind of a let-down for me after changing out my speakers.
- PhilReviewed in the United States on June 27, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Solid mid-range option
Verified PurchaseInstalled this in a 2006 F-250. Quite happy with it, it has good sound quality even with old factory speakers, although I was mainly just looking for something to work with my phone's map and to receive the audio/Bluetooth. It has a sleek look and was well worth the time and effort. I self-installed this and it wasn't very difficult with the help of a couple YouTube videos.
I have a few minor gripes that I can't blame the manufacturer for. One is that without a dial changing the volume is a little bit of a hassle. I like the look of the solid glass face, but it is a little annoying trying to tap the small volume up or down spots while driving, a classic knob is preferred, at least by me. Alpine also uses a security feature to ensure the car is in park with the parking brake on before accessing some settings. I totally understand this is a safety matter but for me I was unwilling to locate and tap into the brake wiring. Granted there are other options out there to bypass this which I HEAR work well...... Final gripe is that in order to use Android Auto you must have it connected via USB. It works really well when hooked up, but would be even more useful if it was a wireless connection.
That whining aside, happy with the final result and it is a worthwhile upgrade and expense.
- SeanReviewed in the United States on June 12, 2022
4.0 out of 5 stars Audio Fidelity Incredible; UX A Mixed Bag
Verified PurchaseIf you only care about audio fidelity, this headunit is insanely good for the price. If you care about features or UX; might watch a video of it in use first.
Audio:
EQ customization, crossover settings, timing delays, subwoofer control; all better than you would expect at this price.
Was able to play anything i threw at it without issue.
Wiring was simple and the manual was very good.
Playback distortion is limited to amps / speakers. No noticeable issues.
UX:
Can't change wallpaper or startup screen without reverse engineering firmware.
Startup time is sometimes very long. Firmware update solves freezing issue.
Menu system is spartan.
The touchscreen volume up / down / play / pause gesture control is a joke and hardly works. Rather than have the two finger (sometimes three???) gesture adjust volume by a large amount (so you can quickly mute it at a drive through, for example) it does it in ONE OR TWO increments at a time. At that rate, just use the dedicated capacitive buttons at the bottom!
Feature support (android auto wireless, android mirroring) surprisingly not.
Build:
This thing feels like a rock when using it. For reference it feels more solid than a piece of 16gauge steel of the same span. It's quite crazy how sturdy the screen is.
Fits in really small locations easily.
Overall, i think in hindsight I would spring for the ilx-407 instead. However, curiously the 407 has LESS audio customization than the W650; but much more features and a better menu.
- Catroast DuJourReviewed in the United States on July 5, 2025
1.0 out of 5 stars Parking Brake Interlock - Don’t Think for Me
Verified PurchaseI bought this after working with a cheap Chinese brand that actually has better functionality than this supposedly great brand. It took me a while to figure out I needed to release the parking brake and apply it again to get the menu to open up. I really don’t need annoying “safety” features like that. Microsoft and Apple try to think for everyone and it mostly just pisses people off. I guess now Alpine, too.
I was able to update the firmware and connect to my iPhone 16, but I have yet to see it go into CarPlay mode. Like, WTH?!?
Good grief. I’m going to buy another brand after this fiasco.
Also, who the heck uses an iPod anymore!?!?
Update: I purchased a Pioneer mid-grade level double-din head unit and I was pleasantly surprised at how everything just worked and how well it plays with CarPlay. Skip Alpine - go to Pioneer.
Catroast DuJourParking Brake Interlock - Don’t Think for Me
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2025
I was able to update the firmware and connect to my iPhone 16, but I have yet to see it go into CarPlay mode. Like, WTH?!?
Good grief. I’m going to buy another brand after this fiasco.
Also, who the heck uses an iPod anymore!?!?
Update: I purchased a Pioneer mid-grade level double-din head unit and I was pleasantly surprised at how everything just worked and how well it plays with CarPlay. Skip Alpine - go to Pioneer.
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