Most likely not NFC since it's too slow and there is no NFC-based technology on the horizon that can reach even the transfer speed of Bluetooth 5.I think the introduction of "MagSafe" charging in iPhones is just a precursor to a magnetic charger that ALSO carries data. If precise location of the charger is controlled by magnets, some proprietary wireless communication (like NFC but with a higher data rate) could be employed that's nearly as reliable as a wired connection.
Am I the only one that sees this coming?!
I completely agree. I'm loving the combination of my CPlay2Air dongle, and MagSafe charger!Honestly people. Wireless carplay is so cool I can’t believe everyone that only has wired carplay in their car hasn’t already bought one of these wifi USB dongles to have it.
I have a qi charger in a tray inside my console on the odd occasions the iPhone needs charging, which is hardly ever, and if a Qi charger can add charge while running wireless carplay, a MagSafe charger, when one becomes available, would have no trouble at all.
Just a bunch of needless catastrophising. you all sound like a bunch of geriatric luddites.
Honestly people. Wireless carplay is so cool I can’t believe everyone that only has wired carplay in their car hasn’t already bought one of these wifi USB dongles to have it.
I have a qi charger in a tray inside my console on the odd occasions the iPhone needs charging, which is hardly ever, and if a Qi charger can add charge while running wireless carplay, a MagSafe charger, when one becomes available, would have no trouble at all.
Just a bunch of needless catastrophising. you all sound like a bunch of geriatric luddites.
Depends on your car. It's an expensive gamble. But it from amazon if possible so you can return it.Are any of the CarPlay USB dongles good?
My Mazda CX-5 has two USB plugs inside the center console with the CarPlay one designated with an arrow. See this from Aliexpress for pic. Note: the Aliexpress pic is for illustration only; the Mazda one is nicer looking.Some radios that support both CarPlay and Android Auto have two USB ports on the back (inside your dash). One only works with CarPlay, and the other only works with Android Auto. I would suggest looking up the manual for your radio and see if that is the case. If they have it plugged into the wrong one in the back, that would explain your issue.
I have a Mercedes C300.Depends on your car. It's an expensive gamble. But it from amazon if possible so you can return it.
They have shown the new 12” screen with new update. It’s the same. I’m sure the hardware for the wireless CarPlay is in the back module. Either way, anything can be done if you have the money. Which I don’t mind paying. Even with some type of trim kit if it needs it.Most car companies don’t do that though and it’s often more complicated than a switch. They don’t design their cars to be modular and upgradable like a Tesla. At least officially.