docs: Update branch installation instructions in README (#1610)

* Update branch installation instructions

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* Add limited support link

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https://docs.sunnypilot.ai/ is your one stop shop for everything from features to installation to FAQ about the sunnypilot
## 🚘 Running on a dedicated device in a car
* A supported device to run this software
* a [comma three](https://comma.ai/shop/products/three) or a [C3X](https://comma.ai/shop/comma-3x)
* This software
* One of [the 325+ supported cars](https://github.com/sunnypilot/sunnypilot/blob/master/docs/CARS.md). We support Honda, Toyota, Hyundai, Nissan, Kia, Chrysler, Lexus, Acura, Audi, VW, Ford, and more. If your car is not supported but has adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist, it's likely able to run sunnypilot.
* A [car harness](https://comma.ai/shop/products/car-harness) to connect to your car
Detailed instructions for [how to mount the device in a car](https://comma.ai/setup).
First, check out this list of items you'll need to [get started](https://community.sunnypilot.ai/t/getting-started-using-sunnypilot-in-your-supported-car/251).
## Installation
Please refer to [Recommended Branches](#recommended-branches) to find your preferred/supported branch. This guide will assume you want to install the latest `staging` branch.
### If you want to use our newest branches (our rewrite)
> [!TIP]
>You can see the rewrite state on our [rewrite project board](https://github.com/orgs/sunnypilot/projects/2), and to install the new branches, you can use the following links
* sunnypilot not installed or you installed a version before 0.8.17?
1. [Factory reset/uninstall](https://github.com/commaai/openpilot/wiki/FAQ#how-can-i-reset-the-device) the previous software if you have another software/fork installed.
2. After factory reset/uninstall and upon reboot, select `Custom Software` when given the option.
3. Input the installation URL per [Recommended Branches](#recommended-branches). Example: ```https://staging.sunnypilot.ai```.
4. Complete the rest of the installation following the onscreen instructions.
* sunnypilot already installed and you installed a version after 0.8.17?
1. On the comma three/3X, go to `Settings` ▶️ `Software`.
2. At the `Download` option, press `CHECK`. This will fetch the list of latest branches from sunnypilot.
3. At the `Target Branch` option, press `SELECT` to open the Target Branch selector.
4. Scroll to select the desired branch per Recommended Branches (see below). Example: `staging`
### Recommended Branches
| Branch | Installation URL |
|:---------------:|:---------------------------------------------:|
| `release` | `https://release.sunnypilot.ai` |
| `staging` | `https://staging.sunnypilot.ai` |
| `dev` | `https://dev.sunnypilot.ai` |
| `custom-branch` | `https://install.sunnypilot.ai/{branch_name}` |
> [!TIP]
> You can use sunnypilot/targetbranch as an install URL. Example: 'sunnypilot/staging'.
> [!NOTE]
> Do you require further assistance with software installation? Join the [sunnypilot community forum](https://community.sunnypilot.ai/new-topic?category=general/qa) and create a topic in the General/Q&A Category channel.
<details>
<summary>Older legacy branches</summary>
### If you want to use our older legacy branches (*not recommended*)
> [**IMPORTANT**]
> It is recommended to [re-flash AGNOS](https://flash.comma.ai/) if you intend to downgrade from the new branches.
> You can still restore the latest sunnylink backup made on the old branches.
| Branch | Installation URL |
|:------------:|:--------------------------------:|
| `release-c3` | https://release-c3.sunnypilot.ai |
| `staging-c3` | https://staging-c3.sunnypilot.ai |
| `dev-c3` | https://dev-c3.sunnypilot.ai |
</details>
Next, refer to the sunnypilot community forum for [installation instructions](https://community.sunnypilot.ai/t/read-before-installing-sunnypilot/254), as well as a complete list of [Recommended Branch Installations](https://community.sunnypilot.ai/t/recommended-branch-installations/235).
## 🎆 Pull Requests
We welcome both pull requests and issues on GitHub. Bug fixes are encouraged.