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CarPlay Not Working for Some iPhone 15 Users, Possibly Because of USB-C Cables
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A lot of misinformation about USB in this thread… since Lightning can only do USB 2, even the simplest cables should work. So I think the issue is software related mostly.
They can be. But for just USB 2 data, they don’t have to be.
The connector is standardized, and described in more or more standards.
No, but they always support USB 2. At least I’ve never seen one that doesn’t.
…and USB 2 data, as you just mentioned in parenthesis.
I don’t think pure charging cables (without USB 2) exist.
Nonsense. Also, EU law doesn’t even address data transfer.
The 480Mbps USB 2 data takes place over entirely different pins, so is completely independent from higher speeds.
Canles support a superset of each others features, so get one Thunderbolt 4 cable, and it will do everything. But whats the point, for most applications?
Some USB-C to USB-A cables haven't got all the pins connected. The downside of USB-C standards. But the problem here isn't the iphone, it isn't the car. It's the cable. As attested to by the fact it worked with a different one !
Working well for us with a ÂŁ8 Amazon Basics USB-A to C cable in a 2023 Citroen.
CarPlay is not working as expected for some iPhone 15 users, an issue that is likely linked to the transition to USB-C. There are multiple complaints from MacRumors readers and Reddit users who are unable to get CarPlay to work with their new devices.
Cable type and available port options are a common theme in the CarPlay reports, with many of the functionality problems linked to USB-A to USB-C cables. Many cars, even some that are more recent, have only USB-A ports and not USB-C ports, so a USB-A to USB-C cable is required.
Unfortunately, it appears that not all USB-A to USB-C cables on the market will work, and some that work in certain vehicles will not work in others. A Reddit user explains:Other CarPlay users chimed in and mentioned having the same problems, though some were able to get CarPlay to work with USB-A to USB-C cables like those from Belkin. Several people had success getting CarPlay working with a USB-A port using Belkin's BoostCharge USB-A to USB-C cable, but others had no luck.Trying a variety of cables, specifically those from known brands and with data transfer support, seems to be the best way to get CarPlay to work, but it is worth noting that some people have not been able to get iPhone 15 CarPlay to work even with Apple's adapters and cables. From Reddit:One MacRumors reader that contacted us said that the issue had been reported to Apple and that Apple is working on a fix for the problem. Apple could perhaps implement a software update that improves compatibility with some cables, or the company could better explain which USB-C cables will work with the new iPhones.
While most of the complaints have been from car owners who are limited to USB-A connection ports, there are also reports from some who have vehicles with USB-C ports and even some complaints about wireless CarPlay. One MacRumors thread suggests that VPNs may be responsible for some recent connection issues, though turning off a VPN did not work for all users.With the wide range of reports, there appear to be multiple CarPlay issues at the current time. CarPlay users may need to transition to different cables, but Apple may need to release a software update to solve some of the CarPlay problems.
If you've had issues with CarPlay on the iPhone 15, let us know in the comments below.
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Is EU to blame for apple’s sloppiness? Android phone makers figured out how to make their phones work with the universal standard, how hard can it be for the wealthiest company in the world to pull off such a feat?
One thing is for sure: we really need shorter cables for Carplay. These 2 foot and 3 foot cables are far too long for practicality. Even 1 foot is too long for many vehicles. I look forward to all vehicles having wireless Carplay soon.
(Before anyone sounds off: yes, you can wrap the cables and loop them with a Velcro tie or whatnot; still better to have a shorter cable and not need to do that, IMO)
(Before anyone sounds off: yes, you can wrap the cables and loop them with a Velcro tie or whatnot; still better to have a shorter cable and not need to do that, IMO)
But even some cables that supposedly support data won't work. Including well-known brands.
I used an adapter for USB A to USB C that I got off Amazon and a generic USB C to USB C cable I got from Walmart. No issues in either vehicle I have.
This is the adapter I used
This is the adapter I used
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The biggest problem with USB-C is that it's not a cable or device standard. It's a connector standard. Meaning companies making cables or devices are allowed to interpret it differently. And this happens with about 100% of all cables and devices. Because there is no way at all in the standard to support all possible USB-C compatible standards.
USB-C has only one thing going for it, that is that the connector is supported by many devices.
In EVERY other way Lightning is always better.
USB-C has only one thing going for it, that is that the connector is supported by many devices.
In EVERY other way Lightning is always better.
Welcome to the wonderful, confusing world of USB Type-C!
This is not news to anyone who’s been paying attention, remember when shoddy cables were straight up breaking Pixel phones so a Google engineer went ahead and tested a bunch of them?
Make sure to do your research, and spring up for a USB-If certified cable and save yourself some headaches down the line.
This is not news to anyone who’s been paying attention, remember when shoddy cables were straight up breaking Pixel phones so a Google engineer went ahead and tested a bunch of them?
Make sure to do your research, and spring up for a USB-If certified cable and save yourself some headaches down the line.
There are some shorter ones around. My aftermarket stereo, whilst offering wireless, has wired too. The unit itself has a short female USB-A cable routed to come out in the centre console and then I picked up a 30cm USB-A to C cable to connect to that.
It is puzzling isn’t it. Because I noticed just yesterday how every single vehicle on the road was a 2021 truck. So really, this should be a non-issue.
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2019 SUV. USB-A only for CarPlay.
I am confused why you are confused. If your 2021 truck has USB-C and wireless CarPlay than obviously everyone else’s car does as well? Maybe you just don’t know much about cars?
Got a 2 pack of 3ft USB-A to C Anker cables off of Amazon for $12. They work fine with my iPhone 15 (no pro). Nice and thick. USB-C seems to plug into the phone easier.
Many vehicles - including 2023 models - still only come with USB-A. It's truly insane. Hopefully the majority of the 2024 suite of vehicles are (finally) all equipped with USB-C.