Pioneer IVAC-N2 iPod and Bypass

I have two of the units and I am curious about your experience with the iPod part.

BYPASS: I just spent the past 1 1/2 hours reading the threads on the bypass. I can't wait to do it for two reasons: #1: Pioneer should never have made it so dangerous to try to function the GPS by locking out rudimentary functions, such as POI searches, etc.  You should never have to pull over to utilize the GPS functions and risk getting hit or caught up in a ghetto, as I read in one thread.  Good point.  Hop in any Mercedes or other car with factory nav and you can access all whether your 8 or 88 years old. #2: I am spoiled from the past having video in my car for years.  Although I know why Pioneer blocked it (and should if you've been around someone who can't talk on a phone and drive- imagine them watching TV!)  The lagalities are true.  But for those of us that desire and are ready for it- great, and thanks for the tips in the threads.  If there are any updates to the bypass, let me know please.

iPOD INTERFACE: I can't believe I didn't spend more time researching instead of assuming what I was paying for.  Can you believe that you could drop a couple $ grand for an iPod interface and touch-screen nav unit and NOT be able to use on-screen controls or menus for the iPod?  I was floored that I have to use the little knob to poke my way through it.  Pioneer should realize it is harder to control the iPod interface in a parked car than it is to watch TV, type in a POI search for Starbucks, while at the same time pass a slow-poke on the Fast-Track doing 90+!   Joking, of course- I would already have my Starbucks in the car.

But seriously, has anyone heard of a new controller to bring the iPod contents on-screen?

"Ask not what your ride can do for you, but what you can do for your ride!"