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New wireless CarPlay/AndroidAuto for oem 10.25 screen
This also works with any other screen not just the 10.25 one
I’m making this new thread for the new device that gets you wireless CarPlay and android auto for the OEM 10.25 inch screen, everything works as it should including steering wheel controls and going from reverse cam to CarPlay automatically. Audio sound the same as Bluetooth only gripe I have with this unit is you have to hold menu for 3 secs every time you turn on your car.
you can find it on amazon or Ali express, I went with amazon since it’s super easy to return items if they don’t work
(you have to find the unit that works with your controller - mine was the one with remote touch -
google 2018 Lexus wireless CarPlay or something like that
Last edited by NikNikNik; Jun 10, 2020 at 02:52 PM.
Thanks for sharing this Nik, much better option that mirroring your phone on the screen. Just checked the link, there are none in stock any more. There are 2 other comparable products but those 2 got worse reviews.
Are one of the two reviews on the Amazon page from you, Nik? It looks great. My concern is how it will hold up over time.
Both reviews are very recent. You're a pioneer!
I believe this is the same unit on Aliexpress: https://www.aliexpress.com/i/4000662...5b84b7betYeJZb
Last edited by Jazzrock; Jun 10, 2020 at 08:43 PM.
Are one of the two reviews on the Amazon page from you, Nik? It looks great. My concern is how it will hold up over time.
Both reviews are very recent. You're a pioneer!
I believe this is the same unit on Aliexpress: https://www.aliexpress.com/i/4000662...5b84b7betYeJZb
To anyone interested a CarPlay retrofit, I spent a lot of time researching the different models, and I would highly recommend the carlinkit version. There is very little information about the differences between the models, so I wanted to share my experiences.
The carlinkit version offers wireless CarPlay and a self contained control unit. It is sold on several different platforms, but I purchased mine for a 2015 non-nav is250 from carlinkit on eBay. The seller was very responsive, responding within 24hrs to all of my questions. It’s important to know that for most IS models you need the full kit, not the cheaper usb dongle.
One of the the biggest things to look for when purchasing one of these units is a seller that understands the differences between the infotainment systems in each model car. While the control box is the same (you just change the dip switches) the cables vary depending on whether you have a non nav control ****, nav control joystick, or later model touch pad. If you include these specifications when you order, it avoids many of the installation problems many people have with these kits.
The carlinkit is about $260 cheaper than the beat sonic version, however, the biggest advantage of this kit over the beat sonic is that it contains all of the functions in one control unit including wireless CarPlay, rather than two boxes connected via HDMI. Instead of using analog rca inputs, the box accepts a direct usb or wireless connection, and avoids a lot of bulk and cable management issues. The kit functions like a stock CarPlay system and retains all of the built in features like the backup camera, microphone, and steering wheel controls, and even on the smaller “non-nav” screen, the resolution looks great, not pixelated or stretched.
Anyway, sorry for the long post, but hopefully this helps 3rd gen is owners looking for a CarPlay retrofit.
^ what he said is all valid and true but let’s be honest all these units are the same just under different brand names. Makes sure you get the one for your specific controller and go with a “brand” that responds quick. The one I chose Road Top, had a whatsapp support line and email that was pretty helpful getting me the right cable
^ what he said is all valid and true but let’s be honest all these units are the same just under different brand names. Makes sure you get the one for your specific controller and go with a “brand” that responds quick. The one I chose Road Top, had a whatsapp support line and email that was pretty helpful getting me the right cable
That’s true, as long as you are talking about the same unit. Some are mirroring kits with a separate CarPlay module.
New wireless CarPlay/AndroidAuto for oem 10.25 screen
