wireless carplay
#26
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Once you get the Carlink installed, it works like a champ. I got it because the wired connection to my phone crapped out because of a bad USB socket. Samsung replaced it and it crapped out again after a few months. There are some pins needed for the high-bandwidth connection that Android Auto needs that seem to wear very quickly. So wireless is the way to go. It even will connect to my phone or my wife's phone, depending on who's using the car. Nothing to tap. It just comes up. Should have done it day 1.
Plugging in my iphone every time and dealing with the wires was giving me the ****s. I thought I could do it but - man I'm lazy. Also worried about the port on the phone with my old eyes and trying to stab cables into the right places... Plus I hated having to find my phone in my pocket first, after already rolling and realizing I didn't plug it in...
#27
Wireless CarPlay adapters aren't flawless, but I genuinely believe Carlinkit outperforms other brands. Here's a comprehensive review of the Carlinkit 5.0.
https://carlinkitcarplay.com/blogs/g...er-full-review
https://carlinkitcarplay.com/blogs/g...er-full-review
#28
I know it is for Android auto and not carplay, but I use the Motorola MA1. I have it double sided to to top of the lid so that I can still use the wireless charging pad and both cup holders. It is barely noticeable and works like a charm. I wonder if someone makes a small unit like that for Apple.
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I know it is for Android auto and not carplay, but I use the Motorola MA1. I have it double sided to to top of the lid so that I can still use the wireless charging pad and both cup holders. It is barely noticeable and works like a charm. I wonder if someone makes a small unit like that for Apple.
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I know it is for Android auto and not carplay, but I use the Motorola MA1. I have it double sided to to top of the lid so that I can still use the wireless charging pad and both cup holders. It is barely noticeable and works like a charm. I wonder if someone makes a small unit like that for Apple.
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Just came across this if anyone is looking for a deal
2023 Carlinkit 5.0 (CPC200-2AIR) - Auto Wireless Adapter for OEM wired CarPlay and Android $39
This deal is back, enable wireless connectivity to the existing wired Carplay + Android Auto in your vehicle.
Use code: CP51 to bring the price down to $39 shipped before taxes. Remove shipping insurance to get the price.
https://www.lightinthebox.com/en/...43179.html
2023 Carlinkit 5.0 (CPC200-2AIR) - Auto Wireless Adapter for OEM wired CarPlay and Android $39
This deal is back, enable wireless connectivity to the existing wired Carplay + Android Auto in your vehicle.
Use code: CP51 to bring the price down to $39 shipped before taxes. Remove shipping insurance to get the price.
https://www.lightinthebox.com/en/...43179.html
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The only "glitch" was I did not read the directions and tried joining the WiFi instead of the Bluetooth and nothing worked. As soon as I joined the Bluetooth with my phone instead of the WiFi it worked immediately. No idea why but that's good enough for me.
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So far so good and it boots up FAST compared to the other brand I had in the W212. It's ready to go as soon as the car is on and I'm reversing out of the garage.
The only "glitch" was I did not read the directions and tried joining the WiFi instead of the Bluetooth and nothing worked. As soon as I joined the Bluetooth with my phone instead of the WiFi it worked immediately. No idea why but that's good enough for me.
The only "glitch" was I did not read the directions and tried joining the WiFi instead of the Bluetooth and nothing worked. As soon as I joined the Bluetooth with my phone instead of the WiFi it worked immediately. No idea why but that's good enough for me.
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I believe the BT connection is used as the handshake in order to connect to the Local Area Network WiFi that it creates and for higher bandwidth. Once WiFi is established, the BT connection disconnects. I believe they do this for easier security and a bit of automation, forces your phone to connect to the dongle's WiFi once you're in your car, instead of remaining connected to your home WiFi for example while you're in your garage.
#39
In a nutshell. Also, the Wi-Fi connection that CarPlay uses is not a routable data connection, otherwise the phone would try to access the Internet through the CarPlay adapter. It's a connection to exchange video and audio data. Joining the Wi-Fi sets up a routable data connection, not a video/audio connection, so the connection is established via BT, and then the video/audio connection is established over Wi-Fi to get the higher bandwidth required to stream video.
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https://www.slashgear.com/1291027/es...oad-right-now/
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Try this one, worked for.my pal https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=OJb9JqgrsPU
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Try this one, worked for.my pal https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=OJb9JqgrsPU
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#47
Oh, check out the latest arrival: the Carlinkit Tbox UHD. Its standout feature is the ability to connect to another screen in the back seat to display videos.
https://carlinkitcarplay.com/product...with-hd-output
https://carlinkitcarplay.com/product...with-hd-output
#48
Dumb question. I've been researching these adapters and my understanding is that android auto/carplay component is going through wi-fi and BT is used for calls.
If this is the case, does this mean you're solely reliant on android auto/carplay for calls, or does the conventional Bluetooth calling from phone still operate? In parallel?
If not, how's the experience on phone calls? My concern is everything in this arena has been flakey...and I'd like to be reliable on calls!
If this is the case, does this mean you're solely reliant on android auto/carplay for calls, or does the conventional Bluetooth calling from phone still operate? In parallel?
If not, how's the experience on phone calls? My concern is everything in this arena has been flakey...and I'd like to be reliable on calls!
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Dumb question. I've been researching these adapters and my understanding is that android auto/carplay component is going through wi-fi and BT is used for calls.
If this is the case, does this mean you're solely reliant on android auto/carplay for calls, or does the conventional Bluetooth calling from phone still operate? In parallel?
If not, how's the experience on phone calls? My concern is everything in this arena has been flakey...and I'd like to be reliable on calls!
If this is the case, does this mean you're solely reliant on android auto/carplay for calls, or does the conventional Bluetooth calling from phone still operate? In parallel?
If not, how's the experience on phone calls? My concern is everything in this arena has been flakey...and I'd like to be reliable on calls!
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Dumb question. I've been researching these adapters and my understanding is that android auto/carplay component is going through wi-fi and BT is used for calls.
If this is the case, does this mean you're solely reliant on android auto/carplay for calls, or does the conventional Bluetooth calling from phone still operate? In parallel?
If not, how's the experience on phone calls? My concern is everything in this arena has been flakey...and I'd like to be reliable on calls!
If this is the case, does this mean you're solely reliant on android auto/carplay for calls, or does the conventional Bluetooth calling from phone still operate? In parallel?
If not, how's the experience on phone calls? My concern is everything in this arena has been flakey...and I'd like to be reliable on calls!