Joined in 2023 
82 
63 About this deal
A few caveats before you get started: Your phone can't be connected to other Bluetooth devices, not even the hands-free option for your car’s infotainment system—I had to delete my phone’s existing entry. It also can't be connected to another Wi-Fi network, which is difficult if you've got a strong signal from the house that reaches your driveway. The Cplay2Air works with the iPhone 6 and up, and you can plug it into a USB-C port if you buy your own converter cable. Siri works just like it does when using your phone normally. All you have to do is utter the "hey Siri" wakeup command, and tell it what you need. Whether you need directions to the nearest gas station, control music, or send a text message, Siri can help you out.
CarPlay support either comes as standard or is available as an option on many new 2016 cars and later, with some manufacturers offering software updates for earlier models. Some models may support CarPlay only in certain configurations, and not all models are available in all areas. CarPlay support is subject to change. See your dealer for details. The company also has their own factory along with a skilled research and development team that constantly work on improving the product and run several tests before introducing any device in the market. They are also well-known for their after-sale services, which are absolutely customer-friendly. In my test, I fired up the T-Box Plus to my Pioneer 93DAB receiver in my demo pod. Bootup time took around 39-42 seconds before resting on its somewhat improved main menu interface, this time includes a bootup sequence that can’t be removed.Then I found out about wireless CarPlay dongles. They plug into your car's smart USB-A or USB-C port. Normally, whichever smartphone plugs into it will then display on the screen. The wireless dongle is a go-between; it connects your smartphone to the dashboard via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. So you can get in the car and start rolling—no need to plug in. In the box you get a how-to-install card, a paper instructions manual, there is the PICASOU 2 AI Box itself, a SIM card tray removal tool, a USB-A to USB-C power cable, a USB-C to C cable for modern CarPlay ports in the car, and there is a bypass power cable should your CarPlay port not support sufficient power to the adapter – I guess. Features & Design So after many extensive tests, I narrowed down my 11 finalists to just my top 5. All of these AI Boxes are worth looking at, yet some may offer better connections and features, so depending on what you want out of your adapter, you might find an AI Box in second or fourth place that is a better fit for you. 5. Exploter ApplePie Ultra
Unlike the MMB Max, I couldn’t get video casting to work with either my iPhone or Android, device, and after a good 30 minutes of trying, I soon gave up. Video casting on these adapters can be hit and miss at the best of times, so I find for the best experience, it’s best to play video directly from an installed Android app instead. You can also operate Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wirelessly on your CarPlay display, stream local media files and output to a connected HDMI display. So in short, they are smart little devices that open new opportunities for your CarPlay display, and they are perfect if you find yourself in the car for long periods of time, or whilst you’re waiting for your EV to charge. 24 CarPlay AI Boxes TestedIt was the fastest AI Box to boot into the same launcher menu as its rounder brother. Yet I found it had average wireless performance in its MultiPlay app for CarPlay and Android Auto. Moreover, you can also browse the internet using Google Chrome and also navigate Google Maps with help of the GPS module. In fact, it will also keep you engaged and entertained with Android games that you can directly play on the CarPlay display.
Like the M.I.C. the PICASOU 2 also supports HDMI output to a second display, whether it be an HDMI monitor in the car, a TV or a projector. I tested this out on a portable HDMI monitor, my Samsung Ultrawide monitor, and my Samsung 64” TV, with audio successfully passing through to the connected display. As long as the adapter is powered via USB, it will boot up and display on the HDMI display, so this adapter is also good for taking to hotels or to the office to run Android apps onto a TV or monitor. Sadly its output doesn’t adjust to the ratio of the display it’s connected to, so content can look stretched or distorted on widescreen monitors. If your friends and family use Android, it includes Android Auto support, too, so everybody will be able to cast content from their phones. The Plus has a total of 64GB storage, which is enough for the types of apps you might want to run in the car, and you can still continue to expand on this by inserting an SD card up to 128GB. Apps You can also pair a wireless Bluetooth remote to navigate the AI Box from a distance from your screen or if your CarPlay system doesn’t have touchscreen input, to make navigation and control a little faster. Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Set up CarPlay
We have tested eight devices, and the experience with each was similar. What they all share is that once you have your phone connected, you’ll appreciate the ease of wireless CarPlay or Android Auto. But you'll also notice a slight lag from hitting a button on the screen to when it responds (for example, when pausing a song) compared with using the direct wired connection. In fact, you can connect this device with a television, mouse, keyboard, projector, and so on. This will ensure that your loved ones in the vehicle don’t get bored at any point. Especially if you are traveling with your kids, it is going to make their journey educational and entertaining, depending on the content you choose. From here, both car platforms behaved responsively to touch input, with the usual common Wi-Fi traits of a slight 1-2 second delay in music and navigation audio, whilst Android Auto continues to use the older full-screen mode on this AI Box. My Impressions
Great Deal 
New Comment