CarPlay CarPlay adapter to convert to wireless CarPlay?

[aviegas]

People, people, people.....

Stop wishing for wireless CarPlay. Those of us who have only wireless CarPlay are miserable and wishing we had a wired solution. Too many variables, too many glitches, it's a battery pig, it's unreliable, you can have your connection drop without warning, and it takes forever to get the iPhone and the nav to talk to each other properly after a drop.

Count your lucky stars that you have a wired solution. Besides, you need to plug your phone in to keep it charged under the heavy strain of CarPlay anyway. So there isn't much of a point.

Wow!!! Are you saying that there are cars with ONLY wireless carplay??? No USB connection at all?

My ideal scenario is wireless carplay with a "holder" with wireless charging (slide in on the console side).

I'm now using a slide-in holder with a cable at the bottom. Works fine and it's quick to attach. But does not allow to pick the phone without disconnecting. Leaving the cable loose allows for picking but makes the connection a bit more complex and there is always cable around.

But if wireless carplay is bad on cars that have it "out of the box" (dealership), maybe it's time to design a new holder that allows a quick connection and removal with the cable attached..... hum... that's an idea.

But just to make it clear: I DO WANT WIRELESS CARPLAY....

 

[MrMister111]

I'm now using a slide-in holder with a cable at the bottom. Works fine and it's quick to attach. But does not allow to pick the phone without disconnecting. Leaving the cable loose allows for picking but makes the connection a bit more complex and there is always cable around.

Can I ask which holder as my CarLinkIt has never worked and expect it to never, so this maybe better option in long run for me.

 

[aviegas]

Can I ask which holder as my CarLinkIt has never worked and expect it to never, so this maybe better option in long run for me.

I've made one and attached to the side of the console. Works beautifully. As I said, the only problem is that if I need to pick the phone, it disconnects.

CarPlay adapter to convert to wireless CarPlay?

Meanwhile, my home made holder with a cable... (uses an Amazon Basics black cable) - Brodit knock-off!! Fits iPhone X,XS,11 Pro, with a slim case.

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[volvobuff]

I was on the way for three hours in my car and I lost only 7% battery, wireless, audio and a view phone calls only. So what!?
With navigation - phone is connected with cable. So what!?

I‘m very pleased with this aftermarket wireless solution in my CR-V Hybrid. It works PERFECT!
Believe it or not!
Next step: wireless charging. (item is on it‘s way)

So your experience is not all others peoples experience!
Sad for you but true ...

Doch doch 👍

 

[arman4s4]

can confirm that the 2018 Honda Accord does not work. Pending dispute.

Carplay2air doesn't work in 2018 Honda Accord even after updating to latest firmware???

I am unable to use it in my 2018 Honda Accord as I can't update it to the latest firmware. (Worked with out any problem in a 2019 HYUNDAI Elantra-no firmware update was required)

 

[boltjames]

Wow!!! Are you saying that there are cars with ONLY wireless carplay??? No USB connection at all?

Yes. My 2 new BMW’s are set up this way, wireless CarPlay only, and it’s very frustrating. Many of us are seeking a wired solution.

I bought my sons a new Honda Civic which offers only wired CarPlay and it’s rock solid, works every time. Be careful what you wish for. Wired CarPlay owners have it good.

 

[RIPv2]

Yes, despite their claim of supporting Hondas 2016-2020. Who knows when/if the 2018 accord will be supported.

Carplay2air doesn't work in 2018 Honda Accord even after updating to latest firmware???

I am unable to use it in my 2018 Honda Accord as I can't update it to the latest firmware. (Worked with out any problem in a 2019 HYUNDAI Elantra-no firmware update was required)

 

[boltjames]

Yes, despite their claim of supporting Hondas 2016-2020. Who knows when/if the 2018 accord will be supported.

See, this is what I’m taking about. iOS, Auto Manufacturers OS, Third Party OS, way too many variables, it’ll work one minute and stop working the next. Apple makes one change, takes months for the car brand to make their changes, then the third party tries to catch up before the cycle starts again.

Stay wired, my friends.

 

[JonoNZ]

See, this is what I’m taking about. iOS, Auto Manufacturers OS, Third Party OS, way too many variables, it’ll work one minute and stop working the next. Apple makes one change, takes months for the car brand to make their changes, then the third party tries to catch up before the cycle starts again.

Stay wired, my friends.

No thanks.

To me at least, wired was so inconvenient that I hardly used CarPlay. With wireless I use it every time I drive my cars.

 

[fortetfn]

I ordered mine from Aliexpress. FINGERS CROSSED on mine!
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[boltjames]

No thanks.

To me at least, wired was so inconvenient that I hardly used CarPlay. With wireless I use it every time I drive my cars.

Inconvenient? Plugging in a wire takes all of 1 second. Provides a rock-solid connection and charges at the same time.

Wireless CarPlay isn't reliable. Hey, it may be for a few months, but once Apple tweaks iOS, your car manufacturer tweaks their infotainment OS, or these third-party adapter companies tweak their OS, it's a mess, you don't know who is at fault and you have to check 3 different sources to see if/when an update will be coming to correct the situation. And there are situations where the wireless connection gets disrupted and suddenly you've lost your map and you've lost your way as you fumble to reboot the phone or the car.

Embrace the wire. It's really better.

 

[JonoNZ]

Inconvenient? Plugging in a wire takes all of 1 second. Provides a rock-solid connection and charges at the same time.

Wireless CarPlay isn't reliable. Hey, it may be for a few months, but once Apple tweaks iOS, your car manufacturer tweaks their infotainment OS, or these third-party adapter companies tweak their OS, it's a mess, you don't know who is at fault and you have to check 3 different sources to see if/when an update will be coming to correct the situation. And there are situations where the wireless connection gets disrupted and suddenly you've lost your map and you've lost your way as you fumble to reboot the phone or the car.

Embrace the wire. It's really better.

Can I politely suggest you give your opinion a rest. We get it. You like wired CarPlay. Many of us don’t.

 

[alanplum]

New version out today. Something to do with "Trying" to fix button controls.

Mine upgrade ok.

 

[MrShades]

Just to add to the wired vs wireless "debate" - my wireless experience works perfecly for me, no issues at all - it's worked well from day one (on the old firmware) and it's pretty much the same on the current firmware. All good and I much prefer it to wired Carplay.

One of the issues I had with wired, was that you couldn't opt NOT to have the phone charging. I want to decide when to charge the phone, I don't want to have to charge it purely because I want carplay connectivity - which is what wired carplay enforces. With wireless, I have the choice - and I have wireless charging in my car - so I never need to plug in/out lightning cables, can keep the phone in my pocket for shorter journeys and charge the phone on the wireless charger when I want to.

For me, the Carlinkit U2W device has done everything I wanted it to - and massively improved my Carplay experience in my Audi.

 

[inkahauts]

New version out today. Something to do with "Trying" to fix button controls.

Mine upgrade ok.

Maybe for chevy cars where the steering wheel buttons don’t work...

 

[Arnau]

Todays update also included a note fixing audio stuttering on GPS navigation for some Volkswagen models.

I tested an now my audio stutter on navigation is fixed

Control knob still doesn't work (sent a new bug report) but thats a minor problem.

So for anyone thats having problems (and can access the web interface at 192.168.50.2 from the phone), use the submit bug report button (the one in chinese) to see if they can fix your issues.

 

[mikejd1]

No thanks.

To me at least, wired was so inconvenient that I hardly used CarPlay. With wireless I use it every time I drive my cars.

Exactly this.
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Inconvenient? Plugging in a wire takes all of 1 second. Provides a rock-solid connection and charges at the same time.

Wireless CarPlay isn't reliable. Hey, it may be for a few months, but once Apple tweaks iOS, your car manufacturer tweaks their infotainment OS, or these third-party adapter companies tweak their OS, it's a mess, you don't know who is at fault and you have to check 3 different sources to see if/when an update will be coming to correct the situation. And there are situations where the wireless connection gets disrupted and suddenly you've lost your map and you've lost your way as you fumble to reboot the phone or the car.

Embrace the wire. It's really better.

There is more to it then just plugging the cable in and going.

one example, again small to you is huge to me.
Pull up to a Dunkin’ Donuts. I’m wired. Music or podcast playing.
place my order.
get to the window to pay using my iPhone DD app. But oh. Oppps. Plugged in.
So unplug. Lose the radio. Plug back in. Start back up. Sometimes it doesn’t even start back up in the same place.

that’s just one example of “Convenience“ And there are many more.

Another one. I don’t always want to be charging my phone like someone else suggested above. Wireless provides me this convenience.

It’s the small things that add up

 

[aviegas]

Yes. My 2 new BMW’s are set up this way, wireless CarPlay only, and it’s very frustrating. Many of us are seeking a wired solution.

I bought my sons a new Honda Civic which offers only wired CarPlay and it’s rock solid, works every time. Be careful what you wish for. Wired CarPlay owners have it good.

Well, if this is what the future holds for us... we're in trouble. It does however make sense as there is a lot of talk about Apple removing the lightning connector in favor of wireless only for power/sync/audio (theoretically all these are already available). I personally don't believe these rumors, but... where there is smoke...

But aside from the setup part. I see no reason for wireless carplay being unstable: WiFi is pretty solid in terms of connection and I do think there is enough interference inside the car to cause major problems (unless the WiFi antennae is poorly placed). But I can't really comment about it, as my CarPlay2Air does not work in my car.
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Exactly this.
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There is more to it then just plugging the cable in and going.

one example, again small to you is huge to me.
Pull up to a Dunkin’ Donuts. I’m wired. Music or podcast playing.
place my order.
get to the window to pay using my iPhone DD app. But oh. Oppps. Plugged in.
So unplug. Lose the radio. Plug back in. Start back up. Sometimes it doesn’t even start back up in the same place.

that’s just one example of “Convenience“ And there are many more.

Another one. I don’t always want to be charging my phone like someone else suggested above. Wireless provides me this convenience.

It’s the small things that add up

Agree 100%. There are many reasonable reasons for one wanting to handle the phone in a position that the wired connection will be a limitation.

Wireless is extremely convenient and one can always have a wireless charging pad somewhere in the car.

 

[2018 Denali]

Maybe for chevy cars where the steering wheel buttons don’t work...

I just updated it this morning. Steering wheel buttons to change tracks still doesn’t work. Volume does.... Map volume up/down doesn’t work either on a 2018 GMC Sierra.

 

[volvobuff]

Exactly this.
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There is more to it then just plugging the cable in and going.

one example, again small to you is huge to me.
Pull up to a Dunkin’ Donuts. I’m wired. Music or podcast playing.
place my order.
get to the window to pay using my iPhone DD app. But oh. Oppps. Plugged in.
So unplug. Lose the radio. Plug back in. Start back up. Sometimes it doesn’t even start back up in the same place.

that’s just one example of “Convenience“ And there are many more.

Another one. I don’t always want to be charging my phone like someone else suggested above. Wireless provides me this convenience.

It’s the small things that add up

Not to mention having to replace the damn USB to lightning cable every few months because it quickly frays and works only intermittently.

 

[mikejd1]

Not to mention having to replace the damn USB to lightning cable every few months because it quickly frays and works only intermittently.

oh hells yea, you should have seen mine before carplay2air.

 

[volvobuff]

oh hells yea, you should have seen mine before carplay2air.

My personal conspiracy theory: it's a nefarious Apple plot to sell you more stuff. Just sayin'..

 

[MrMister111]

Had a reply from CarPlay2Air I asked how come yours supports Vauxhall and CarLinkIt (mine) doesn’t work.

They just said it’s in the list on website and it works.

I thought they were both the same dongle effectively? Do they update the same way as well now over the 192.168.50.2?

Anyone got a CarPlay2Air and a Vauxhall would love to see if work, or want to swap with my CarLinkIt to see if works in there’s

 

[alanplum]

As you have seen in this thread, they are the same thing.

Also on here....it works in some Hondas and not others.

It may work on a Vauxhall <<Insert arbitrary value here>> but not on a Vauxhall <<Your model here>>

 

[MrMister111]

As you have seen in this thread, they are the same thing.

Also on here....it works in some Hondas and not others.

It may work on a Vauxhall > but not on a Vauxhall >

Agree but I mentioned numerous times they are same dongle etc, and they just avoided that and insisted that Vauxhall work and is listed prominently on their website.

I know they want sales, but I don’t want to spend another £120 to get the same and not work and tell me the same.

Are the firmware just the same on both dongles? Interface etc?