Based on user reports (Renault forums, GitHub, XDA Developers):
| Feature | Official 9.0.8 | Supermod Evolution 9.1.3 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Yes (Brick risk) | Removed | | Boot Time | ~45 seconds | ~25 seconds | | Android Auto/CarPlay | No (requires dealer upgrade) | Yes (via USB dongle add-on) | | Video Playback | No | Yes (MP4/MKV safe while parked) | | Custom Wallpapers | No | Yes (PNG files via USB) | | Stability | Very High | High (Minor radio bugs fixed in v2 patch) | | Price | Free (if under warranty) | Free (Donation to dev) |
This is the headline act. In stock form, many Medianav Evolution units require a separate "Connect R&Go" dongle or a €300 dealer coding session to activate CarPlay. Supermod 9.1.3 unlocks the native USB module, allowing plug-and-play functionality. Better yet, it supports Android Auto using WiFi, a feature even premium cars struggle with. Supermod Medianav Evolution 9.1.3
While the standard system relies strictly on official Renault/Dacia map packages, Supermod allows you to run alternative navigation software such as or custom versions of iGO Primo . This feature enables you to load free, community-updated maps (like OpenStreetMap data) directly onto your USB drive or internal storage. 3. Integrated File Manager (Total Commander)
This firmware turns your unit into a very capable media player , but it does not turn it into a modern Android tablet . It is the absolute peak of what the legacy Linux hardware can do, but it is still limited by that same hardware. Based on user reports (Renault forums, GitHub, XDA
: Start your car's engine to ensure a stable power supply, then insert the USB drive into the MediaNav.
until the radio menu fully loads or you are prompted to select a language. Critical Risks & Warnings Bricking Hazard Better yet, it supports Android Auto using WiFi,
While Renault has abandoned Medianav Evolution in favor of "Easy Link" (Android OS), the community is working on "Supermod 10.0." However, development stalled because the kernel is locked in the bootloader.