Ah, good shout on both the USB port location and the GPS..... Didn't think to use that spot lol
As for modding/rooting the unit, see here -
https://forum.xda-developers.com/and...re-development
I am currently running the Malaysk Android 9 Rom which has a ton of customisation.... I would also fully recommend looking into the sound mods if your doesn't have the DSP