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CarPlay CarPlay adapter to convert to wireless CarPlay?
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I don't know but I assume newer updates might be better, and I can't get the newer update because of the rootfs thing.
Interesting. I am unfamiliar with the rootfs issue, but I can say that my CPC200-U2W had worked nearly flawlessly until the recent update to iOS16. I can only assume Apple made some big changes to Carplay, and it's bogging down these devices that were never a supported version of Carplay in the first place.
One experiment I am going to try this weekend is to connect a phone that is still on iOS15 and see if the performance improves.
Further to my above post. After updating to ios 16.1.1 again the same issues as above has occured after ios update. That is slowness in connecting to Adapter etc.
These are the steps I have done to bring back Adapter to factory defaults and wipe all previous iPhone connections. These steps have worked and need to be done with each ios Update.
Go to Adapter Web Page 192.168.50.2
- Wireless Adapter - “Manage Tab” Delete iPhone Connection(s).
- Reset Wireless Adapter.
- Enter Car Details:
- IPHONE - Delete Bluetooth Connection.
- Reset IPHONE Network Settings.
- May need to Rename your IPHONE:- General->About->Simon’s iPhone for example
- Go to Car and Connect Adapter to Car’s USB
- Start the Car.
- Turn On Bluetooth / Wifi on iPhone
- Use IPHONE and Connect to CarPlay via Wireless Adapter.
- Click OK to use CarPlay and Establish Bluetooth/Wifi Connections.
- iPhone -> General-> CarPlay Click on Adapter and Reorder items.
- Make Sure your Home Wifi has not Connected to Adapter.
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That is not an option for the U2W units. I wish they had been put into separate threads because they're totally different products.
Are you using cplay2air firmware.
I can categorically state that this is indeed for U2W/U2W AutoKit Firmware. How do I know I am using it now.
Further your firmware is OLD and not showing the newer firmware menu.
Thank you all for the replies. When I flash to 2022-01-24, the unit is unusable with the following issues:
-Infos page is empty, Check Update will leave "loading..." in chinese on the screen forever
-Manage page is compeltely inaccessable--just a blank page
-Settings page briefly flashes what the settings should be, then goes blank
-Finally, the actual Carplay display itself is torn and covered with artifacts--it seems like there isn't enough bandwidth to even make the home screen without display issues
I don't know if you have to upgrade in sequence, or my U2W unit cannot be upgraded to run 2022-01-24 successfully.
@stevestrike
My posts have nothing to do with your issues.
Kindly create a new Post with all details and if someone has any input they will reply.
My posts have nothing to do with your issues.
Kindly create a new Post with all details and if someone has any input they will reply.
Got it, so you're super clever and sarcastic up until the point where you don't know what you're talking about, is that it? Why did you even bother to reply? To "correct me" about something you were actually wrong about ? Bugger off with that nonsense. Your post was a direct reply to mine on how a specific firmware does not work with the U2W
“Got it, so you're super clever and sarcastic up until the point where you don't know what you're talking about, is that it? Why did you even bother to reply? To "correct me" about something you were actually wrong about ? Bugger off with that nonsense. Your post was a direct reply to mine on how a specific firmware does not work with the U2W”
Wrong as usual. You replied thus and I quote
“That is not an option for the U2W units. I wish they had been put into separate threads because they're totally different products”.
I was stating that my Post was indeed for a U2W product, which my post was about and NOT about your issues with your Adapter.
Further you latched on to my Post from message
#7,870
Wrong as usual. You replied thus and I quote
“That is not an option for the U2W units. I wish they had been put into separate threads because they're totally different products”.
I was stating that my Post was indeed for a U2W product, which my post was about and NOT about your issues with your Adapter.
Further you latched on to my Post from message
#7,870
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Yeah so the problem we have is this: https://forums.macrumors.com/thread...ert-to-wireless-carplay.2193978/post-29670938
I tried contacting support but they are not helping much. Guess that is what I get for being an early adopter!
There are literally 100’s of adapters now. Anyone recommend any now, ideally from Amazon for returns.
eg these are less than £50, anyone have one? Ok? https://amzn.eu/4cIzcce
Think they are all basically the same now and as long as work then should be ok. I know earlier used to be a scramble for updates which bricked sometimes so presume they are at a level now that just works?
eg these are less than £50, anyone have one? Ok? https://amzn.eu/4cIzcce
Think they are all basically the same now and as long as work then should be ok. I know earlier used to be a scramble for updates which bricked sometimes so presume they are at a level now that just works?
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From CarPlayLife.com. Anthony states that v4 of the Adapters have a weaker Wifi signal so if you use only Wireless Carplay I’d stick with V3 Adapters for best Wifi coverage.
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Thanks I’ll have a search for that video. Not sure on version that I linked to.
Strange that a newer version has worse WiFi as well. Although nothing surprises me with these dongles, although they are great for what they do have to say.
Sorry I should have provided a link. here you go 9:31Top 5 Best Wireless Apple CarPlay Adapters 2022 | Which ...YouTube · CarPlay Life9 minutes, 31 seconds1 month ago
Maybe I should look into the adapters that have a bit extra now, as in apps, YT etc. are these any good? Worth the extra? Probably be good to use, but then I’ll forget about the function and never use it….
Yeah it is hard to say. I have an Adapter from JoyeAuto that never worked from day 1. Even after they told me it works. Costs to return back to China was not worth it.
So you can try and see if it works or do the old Try & Return thing from Amazon.
For me I just want Wireless CarPlay that works. I have been lucky because Mitsubishi is not listed as Compatible but I have found a firmware version that works reliably.
The Adapters that have Apps are running Android versions so be mindful of that and what Version the Adapters come with.
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Yeh long time ago I bought from AE and didn’t work and the seller was horrendous, just gave up and learnt my lesson.
I’ll only buy from Amazon UK for the try and buy as you say.
Still interested in maybe an adapter with apps, purely because of the difference in older ones. Not if the price bumps up too much though - suggestions? Looking on CarPlayLife says Android 11 is now the newer, so maybe look for that?
Which specific one do you have? Agree having wireless reliable is the best overall.
Even Amazon still seems the same minefield of adapters and version. eg found a CarLinkIt v4. It’s £73 or £139 (with a £39 off..). So still a big dictating in price. One seller says CarLinkIt, another some unknown… never know if get the correct version or a knock off
Do they all still have the same update server? Firmware all the same? What’s latest date of firmware now?
Does iOS 16 and the adapters work fine? My old one is still ok and I’m on latest iOS.
I have the MMB Adapter Plus (JoyeAuto Parent Coy) which they stopped supporting via Firmware as soon as I bought it. Absolutely no support whatsoever. Then they had the goal to release an Updated version of the Adapter.
As far as what Adapter to buy I haven’t looked into it as I am happy with just Wireless CarPlay.
As far as Update Servers I think they have clamped down on non original Adapters. I can say that my Adapter has a different server where the firmware downloads from but the firmware is the same.
Now the iOS 16 is interesting one. So far as I know it is working great. I made a Post about it see message #7,880
Here is another excellent roundup of “Top 5 Best 2-in-1 CarPlay Adapters 2022 | Which 2-in-1 CarPlay Dongle Should You Buy?”
which includes Carlinkit 4.0 from CarPlayLife.com
For those that is interested in using Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto.
Link
which includes Carlinkit 4.0 from CarPlayLife.com
For those that is interested in using Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto.
Link
Still looking…. Been on the site with reviews, there is that many that you don’t know if it’s the same version.
Definitely going Amazon though, for the possibility of returns.
Cheapest I can find is a no brand one for £50 https://amzn.eu/d/ioGYa7o haven’t seen this one anywhere.
Not sure if I fancy a AI, or whatever called, with some streaming, but these seem to be much more money? Anyone see any on Amazon UK?
Thanks
Definitely going Amazon though, for the possibility of returns.
Cheapest I can find is a no brand one for £50 https://amzn.eu/d/ioGYa7o haven’t seen this one anywhere.
Not sure if I fancy a AI, or whatever called, with some streaming, but these seem to be much more money? Anyone see any on Amazon UK?
Thanks
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The biggest problem in my view is if it is compatible with your car. The second is firmware support. The third is the quality of the chipset these manufacturers use. In other words Carlinkit use an Automotive chipset, which means it is designed for cars, because of the high temperatures (interior) cars can reach in summer.
So much to think about I know but again if you buy from Amazon you can always return if it does not work or fails after a short time.
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