Take 2 - BeatSonic Lexus Carplay
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Sometimes, when IOS updates, there might not be changes to airplay or mirroring, but when there are major changes, like when iphone went from 30-pin to lightning or from full hd to supporting 4k stream (just examples)... these peripherals might need updated firmwares to function. This is my experience with these devices.. hence, i am inclined to get the beatsonic version.
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I found a different ebay seller with a similar price point as beat sonic, if someone wants to be the courageous individual to buy and install it ahah.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Carplay-And...sAAOSwOWpcquUT
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Carplay-And...sAAOSwOWpcquUT
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I reached out to the ebay seller above and the provided me with a wiring diagram. They dont use the original USB port like beat sonic but for almost the same price and no wireless car play( I made them low offers which they denied)
Just to update on the wireless Carlinkit CarPlay kit I bought from eBay. Item arrived pretty quickly but it came with wrong harness connectors, upon doing some digging with Will31894’s help I figured out the harness are designed for Lexus ES. eBay description shows most Lexus vehicles are compatible which is not true. I felt like I got scammed because I asked the seller which model my car and type of control ***** my car has before making purchase.
I would definitely avoid buying these kits from eBay or Aliexpress. Either these guys sent me wrong item or they’re selling these kits as universal kit which isn’t the case.
I would definitely avoid buying these kits from eBay or Aliexpress. Either these guys sent me wrong item or they’re selling these kits as universal kit which isn’t the case.
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Update from beatsonic:
Hi Everyone,
I want to first thank all of you for contacting us to be on the waiting list for the Apple CarPlay Android Auto kit for Lexus, for that you will be the first to receive information and updates on this project. This has been one of the largest projects for us as we spent tons of R&D hours in the last few years to get this as perfect as possible to ensure the best user experience we can provide for our customers. We are now ready to launch this product. And to ensure best possible user experience with least amount of troubleshooting with installation, we will be offering limited free local installation for customers who purchase the Apple CarPlay kit for Lexus. In return, we would like to video product installation and demonstration which will take about 3-4 hours. For your privacy, license plate will be covered during the video shoot.
For customers who are not able to take advantage of the complimentary installation, product will be available to purchase after the installation video is made to ensure trouble-free install experience.
Vehicle selection criteria is as follows: We will only be selecting one vehicle model per category on a first come first serve basis. Must be able to drive their vehicles to our location in La Mirada, CA. Vehicle without any other screen interfaces including phone mirroring and front camera system will be of priority. Customer with the ability to schedule earlier will be of priority.
For customers with phone mirroring and front camera interfaces: This kit is compatible with both systems, however RCA Audio selector will be required to switch between the audio of Apple Carplay device and phone mirroring.
For Android customers: Unfortunately the Android program is a bit glitchy at the moment and a new interface for Android customers will be produced near the end of the year. As such, this product will only be offered to Apple Carplay customers for now.
Please review the following product details:
Website Link: http://www.beatsonicusa.com/lexuscar...droidauto.html (Updated Today)
Demonstration video:
-On the video explains bluetooth needs to be turned off when using Apple Carplay. This bug has been fixed and factory bluetooth can remain paired with phone without any sound discrepancies.
If you are interested in being one of the first to purchase ($499) and install (free) our Apple Carplay system by us, please email me a reply with:
1. Your Name
2. You vehicle year, model, and if equipped with factory navigation
3. If installed additional interface such as our front camera and/or phone mirroring
4. Preferred Time/Date of install appointment
We are very excited to bring forth this solution as the product is pretty amazing. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Best regards,
Eric Kwon
Beat-Sonic USA Inc.
JY Custom USA
14778 Beach Boulevard, La Mirada, CA 90638
Phone: 714.994.1085
Fax: 714.249.4741
I want to first thank all of you for contacting us to be on the waiting list for the Apple CarPlay Android Auto kit for Lexus, for that you will be the first to receive information and updates on this project. This has been one of the largest projects for us as we spent tons of R&D hours in the last few years to get this as perfect as possible to ensure the best user experience we can provide for our customers. We are now ready to launch this product. And to ensure best possible user experience with least amount of troubleshooting with installation, we will be offering limited free local installation for customers who purchase the Apple CarPlay kit for Lexus. In return, we would like to video product installation and demonstration which will take about 3-4 hours. For your privacy, license plate will be covered during the video shoot.
For customers who are not able to take advantage of the complimentary installation, product will be available to purchase after the installation video is made to ensure trouble-free install experience.
Vehicle selection criteria is as follows: We will only be selecting one vehicle model per category on a first come first serve basis. Must be able to drive their vehicles to our location in La Mirada, CA. Vehicle without any other screen interfaces including phone mirroring and front camera system will be of priority. Customer with the ability to schedule earlier will be of priority.
For customers with phone mirroring and front camera interfaces: This kit is compatible with both systems, however RCA Audio selector will be required to switch between the audio of Apple Carplay device and phone mirroring.
For Android customers: Unfortunately the Android program is a bit glitchy at the moment and a new interface for Android customers will be produced near the end of the year. As such, this product will only be offered to Apple Carplay customers for now.
Please review the following product details:
Website Link: http://www.beatsonicusa.com/lexuscar...droidauto.html (Updated Today)
Demonstration video:
If you are interested in being one of the first to purchase ($499) and install (free) our Apple Carplay system by us, please email me a reply with:
1. Your Name
2. You vehicle year, model, and if equipped with factory navigation
3. If installed additional interface such as our front camera and/or phone mirroring
4. Preferred Time/Date of install appointment
We are very excited to bring forth this solution as the product is pretty amazing. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Best regards,
Eric Kwon
Beat-Sonic USA Inc.
JY Custom USA
14778 Beach Boulevard, La Mirada, CA 90638
Phone: 714.994.1085
Fax: 714.249.4741
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FYI --On the video explains bluetooth needs to be turned off when using Apple Carplay. This bug has been fixed and factory bluetooth can remain paired with phone without any sound discrepancies.
Interesting Eric said they were developing it for years with many man hours but I thought the unit was made by someone else like NVConnect from korea? The schematic is probably out in the wild lots of copy cat devices on Aliexpress.
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They look like their own individual company at this point, They might have originated from NV connect but if you look at the carplay module and connectors in their connection video their system looks unique, especially the part where you can use the stock USB ports . But yeah without a doubt I could see copy cat devices coming in once the product is released.
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They look like their own individual company at this point, They might have originated from NV connect but if you look at the carplay module and connectors in their connection video their system looks unique, especially the part where you can use the stock USB ports . But yeah without a doubt I could see copy cat devices coming in once the product is released.
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While I agree 4x4 shop is better just because of the touchscreen, it still has a lot of little minor annoyances. That’s expected with almost any aftermarket solution though.
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Sadly, I did not feel like waiting any longer for their solution and purchased a 10.25 screen for another member here. Got car play working and have the additional android features as well. One thing about using car play through AUX is the sound quality and after hearing it myself, I might not of liked beat sonics system just due to the fact you cant use Bluetooth with carplay as well. Hopefully someone else on the forums purchases their system when it does come out and posts a review for us. Ill update the post once its released!
Sadly, I did not feel like waiting any longer for their solution and purchased a 10.25 screen for another member here. Got car play working and have the additional android features as well. One thing about using car play through AUX is the sound quality and after hearing it myself, I might not of liked beat sonics system just due to the fact you cant use Bluetooth with carplay as well. Hopefully someone else on the forums purchases their system when it does come out and posts a review for us. Ill update the post once its released!
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With the Android 10.25 screen? no you can not use the carplay audio and use the stock radio audio. You can play the audio form the radio with the carplay but you will be unable to hear the carplays audio. This also applies for waze, honestly i dont think the beatsonic system will do this as well. If you get the Android system you might be able to download a radio apk, not sure.
With the Android 10.25 screen? no you can not use the carplay audio and use the stock radio audio. You can play the audio form the radio with the carplay but you will be unable to hear the carplays audio. This also applies for waze, honestly i dont think the beatsonic system will do this as well. If you get the Android system you might be able to download a radio apk, not sure.
