Spedal Portable Car Stereo with Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, CL786 Apple Car Play Screen 7" IPS Touchscreen, Mirror Link/Bluetooth/Navigation/Voice Control

I usually don't leave reviews unless a product truly stands out, especially when there are numerous alternatives that overpromise and underdeliver. Here's what I appreciate about this product: It offers great value. The connection to Android Auto is impressively fast, taking just 10 seconds at most. The touch sensitivity is excellent. The screen is semi-matte, preventing distracting reflections. The menu system is simple, easy to use, and understand. It seamlessly connects to my existing FM stereo via the built-in FM transmitter. The supplied mounting brackets are of good quality. The unit is low profile (approximately 20mm) and features a 4-hole click-in universal mounting type, compatible with various mounts. The video player is fantastic, playing any file type without issues. As for cons, I honestly can't find any. I installed this in my 2007 Astra van, placing it in front of the old radio display, which is now unnecessary as I use TuneIn on Android Auto for my radio needs.

This came well presented in its own box so it would make a great gift for the right person. This is a compatible car stereo with apple car play and android auto. Theres a 7 inch screen thats Touchscreen, the touch works smoothly and is very easy to use. The sound is good too as long as you have some decent speakers, great bass. My husband told me as he was the one that installed it that all was relatively easy to set up, he really likes it and thinks its brilliant! We are using android phone with it that works fine. Its exactly as described in the description, no issues as of yet. The quality and durability seem really good. Its so much better than a basic car stereo, so much better all round and we are very happy with it. Can highly reccomend.

I spent some time searching for one of these to update my car system. Comes with various mounts, it fits snuggle in the spot here. Love that it’s Bluetooth and cabled for audio. Instructions are not the best. Remember to select your audio output or you get a horrific noise! I thought it was broken until I realised it was looking for a different audio connections. I’m using a aux cable. Switched it to aux and the noise stopped. Touch screen is great, clear and easy to see, day and night. So far so good.

Excellent well made device. Easy to set up & brings my 20year old BMW M3 up to date. Just need to install a Direct aux link to my sound system & this device takes care of satnav, music & phone with no hassle. Very happy

It works to some extent however it won't mirror my new phone or my husband's and it is way to quite so for me it's useless. I am sending mine back if you are hard of hearing don't waste your money as you won't hear a thing sadly

I've just collected this and installed it. It seems to work well. I have used cars with factory installed Android Auto before and it seems indistinguishable from that. I haven't tried the Carplay functionality but I imagine it will be just as good. I bought mine in July 2023 and it had the April 2023 firmware already installed - which at the moment is the latest version. This already allows for Bluetooth music playing via Android Auto - So you can probably ignore the note about needing to update the firmware to gain this functionality. There are two minor things I would like to see changed: firstly it has a start up chime which I can't seem to turn off. (Edit: you can reduce the volume of this by adjusting the built-in speaker volume). Secondly, it would be really nice to have automatic brightness based on a light sensor. But at this price I will forgive that. It has a menu setting for adjusting the brightness based on start and stop times but apparently this only works with Carplay or Android cast - At least according to the instruction manual and notes on the screen. Hopefully a firmware update will allow that to work also with Android Auto. Given that it knows the time (and location?) from your phone, it would be even better if it could just do sunrise and sunset based changes automatically. EDIT: Confirmed that the time-based auto dimming does not work with Android Auto. Also, the maps stay in day mode all the time - seems quite a common bug with these devices. It can be switched to night/dark mode manually through the settings icon in the Android Auto UI (or on the phone) but it still seems an unnecessary pain to have to do that. The device also does not honour the Android Auto developer option "phone controls night/day setting". So you're stuck with an overly bright map at night unless you switch it manually. It seems bright enough for daytime on maximum brightness - it is a bright sunny day at the moment. I have it fixed to the windscreen and it is resting on the dashtop. It may need some blue tack or something similar just to finalise that arrangement. This is reversible and doesn't require me to use the sticky pad that has been supplied. So far, so good. I will update as I gain more experience with it. The device turns on and off with power so if you have a cigarette lighter socket or similar that is ignition switched then you don't need to worry about the power switch on the device as it will simply start with the car. Having retrofitted Android Auto and Apple Carplay before, this looks like a really great solution, which doesn't involve ripping apart the dash and actually looks quite nice. EDIT: To get auto connect to work nicely, you need to leave the settings at "Default (set by car)" for Start Android Auto automatically. EDIT: Occasionally the bluetooth media does not work correctly and audio comes out of phone speakers instead. This seems go be a timing issue - what device connects first. My car already has two separate bluetooth connections: one for handsfree phone and one for media audio - so maybe is a bit complicated. Just downgraded to three stars as a recent update has stopped the Bluetooth audio working on Android. Selecting this causes Android Auto to disconnect and reconnect roughly every 10 seconds rendering the device unusable. Have raised a support ticket to see if there is a fix but have received no reply. The audio quality is nothing like as good on Aux or FM and it stops the steering wheel controls working. There are cheaper devices for sale without the Bluetooth functionality.

This CarPlay screen is excellent. It’s very easy to install in your car as it has a dash mount as well as a windscreen mount. It can connect to your car Audi system via AUX cable so all the sounds will come from your car system. Connection to your phone is very simple via Bluetooth and once paired it will connect every time you get in the car. I have this installed sitting on my dash via the sticky pad and it’s the perfect angle for me. The screen is absolutely brilliant being nice and clear and responsive making navigating around the menu every simple. Overall this is a great system that is easy to use and very good quality for money.

I’d be lost without this. It’s amazing. What an easy way to play music, use maps and make calls etc all in one place. I connect though Bluetooth which works great, no interference at all. It also seems to remember my daily routines on maps. Each day it will preset maps based on my usual locations, school, work etc. which is handy. Not something that usually comes up on my phone. I can’t fault this at all and is excellent for the price. This was a second one I bought for a relative after trying my own for over a year.

I recently upgraded my car audio system with the 2023 Newest Portable Car Stereo by Spedal, and the experience has been nothing short of revolutionary. The inclusion of Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto makes this unit stand out from the rest, providing seamless integration with my smartphone. The 7" IPS Touchscreen is a visual delight, offering vibrant colors and crisp clarity. Navigating through apps and features is a breeze, thanks to its intuitive interface. The Mirror Link functionality adds versatility, allowing me to connect my devices effortlessly. Bluetooth connectivity ensures hands-free calling and music streaming, enhancing the overall driving experience. The voice control feature adds an extra layer of convenience, allowing me to stay focused on the road while managing various functions. Installation was straightforward, and the build quality is impressive. Spedal's CL786 has truly elevated my car's entertainment game. If you're looking for a feature-packed, cutting-edge car stereo, the 2023 CL786 is the way to go!

I had Carpuride and it struggled to work in my car. Then it just stopped working. I was really surprise by its failure. I bought this one with low expectations. Right from the start it worked just like it said it would. My only problem is I still can not get the mirror function to work. I’m assuming it’s me. Another issue is how to keep it in place. The Carpuride was difficult to stay in place. I tried all the different stick on devices and they all failed. The resolution was to make something up with magnets and VELCRO. The new one same problem but it’s lighter and smaller allowing me to place it in a more suitable location. The weight of the monitor is supported by the dashboard or it’s light enough I can place it on a rotating magnet. My son has CarPlay built in and it’s a luxury but my portable monitor is a great substitute for the real thing. I give it two thumbs up for ease of use, reliability and price. Once I figure out the mirror function it will be the best item I’ve ever bought for a car.

I have a pre market 2009 Mitsubishi and I have tried everything to get my car updated. The 1000 plus quoted prices are a no. And fm transmitters never work in my car they produce too much static. Wow wow wow is all I can say. Now I have my phone in my car. Sound quality is amazing, easy to set up, and turns on when I turn on my car. Waze is much better than Google maps and Pandora is integrated. There are some cons. It takes about 45 seconds to start post starting the car. Android Auto only works on start up but if you do not do that, it doesn't work until you turn the car off. Calling is not that great. The microphone is terrible and the person on the other end cannot hear you. But I did not buy this for that feature so I am fine. Overall it's a great way to update older cars and worth the investment.

I have an old Prius that I love but unfortunately it doesn’t have CarPlay like the newer models. This device is really helpful! It makes my car feel new. My phone connects to it wirelessly and I’m able to play my favorite playlist while still being able to see Google Maps. Responsive touch screen and super easy to set up.

Did great until today when the assembly holding the device slide out of its compartment and fell into my console. Now I can't get it to slide back in.