The biggest reason for using CarPlay very selectively (almost not at all) was that I had to physically connect it via USB. Gadget from https://carplay2air.com solved that. Installation (pairing) was super easy. Will have to wait for next drive to see how it behaves out in the wild but so-far the test(s) in garage are very encouraging.
They actually do have a versions for AA. https://carplay2air.com/products/carplay2air-wireless-adapter-for-android-head-units-android-auto-mirror-link Had first trip out today. CarPlay comes up by default. Easy to switch between CarPlay and Kona Nav. I think I'm going to like it.
Worth it to me. Much more convenient for occasional use. Kona Nav is my preference but it's nice to go CarPlay as needed without having to stop to plug it in. One caveat... when starting out from home it's not happy until I'm out of the yard and away from my own WiFi. It sorts itself out if just left alone.
Small question: Will it work with a small iPad as well ? Usually Carplay requires iPhone only, but may be this one..iPad ?
The device (iPad) would need to have CarPlay available in Settings. None of mine do so I suspect the answer would be no. Would be nice though.
And after a couple of weeks, how is the CarPlay working? I’m thinking to get one.. but I have read mixed reviews about it.. Sent from my iPhone using Inside EVs
Works fine. Am not leaving it plugged in as I don't like CarPlay coming up as default on startup. I prefer to use Kona Nav as primary. It'll be nice for those times that I do want Google or Apple maps, I.e. when I actually want to use CarPlay. It's easier to plug in 'on demand' as I can do it with one hand. No iPhone to hold while trying to plug cable in. All in all... happy with purchase.
