CarlinKit CarPlay Box Streaming Device for Car – YouTube, TikTok, Netflix CarPlay Adapter | Convert Wired to Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto | Android 13.0, 8-Core, 8GB+128GB, SM6225, Blue

This box is absolutely amazing, ive had for 2 days now, just works exactly how i was hoping to work, it works perfectly!! lay videos on it perfectly cleanr, sound is great, android auto works flawlessly too. i would highly suggest getting this box, so many other out there, thats either a pain to setup, or sounds goes in and out, phones calls get disconnected not with this box, get this box you wont be sorry!!!

This just works! The connection between the unit and the phone is strong and stable - you don't have to worry about lag or disconnections. The features all work well and I haven't had problems using any of them. This is great for a car that doesn't have wireless Carplay. It really is plug and play - it just works out of the box.

After an update I installed after setting everything up, I wasn't available yo connect correctly to my T-Mobile SIM card. Sometimes I have to power cycle the divace for 2 times, sometimes for mor than 5 for the device be avle to read the simcard

Just be aware, you’ll need a hotspot for this to work properly or I believe you can get a SIM card with a data plan but I haven’t tried that. To save you time, enable the voice controls so you don’t have to type as much because typing in scrolling can be a pain. You can also pair it with a Bluetooth keyboard with a touchpad but that’s one extra item to carry in the car. You can add a lot of other apps through the Google Play store which is great and the Picture in Picture is awesome. It’s basically an Android device in your car. Stay safe and don’t watch/drive. I put it on data saver on my phone and usually 240p is good enough for me on YouTube. It can take a bit for your hotspot to automatically connect too and sometimes I have to manually search for it. Overall this is a must have for me. ***update*** Did an online update that was suggested by the app and now it’s not working. Resets don’t work and now a big waste of money.

This is a nice all in one type of device. First off, it makes my CarPlay wireless. Yes my 2022 model car still did not come with OEM wireless car play. To set this unit up, just hook it up to your car's port. After that this device allows my CarPlay to just turn on as soon as I power on the engine. This is useful because I don't have to constantly plug in my cable. Secondly, you can use this to make your screen pretty much a mini Android tablet. I use this when I have down time in my car and I want to watch some YouTube videos. You can still control everything via the car's OEM function. I usually use my steering wheel buttons or the touchscreen to operate this unit.

Exceeding expectations so far! This really transforms the 14" screen in the 4G Tacoma. I opted for the 8gb RAM+128GB storage "Plus" model to handle the heavier loads of streaming apps like Netflix and YouTube. The UI is highly customizable running on Android. There's one feature I wasn't aware of that makes integration fantastic... You can connect your phone wirelessly to the CarlinKit to run Carplay just like if it was connected to the OEM system. By removing your phone from the OEM unit and running strictly off of the CarlinKit, you can more easily toggle between Carplay and the Android UI. I downloaded most content to use offline because I'm not using a SIM card in the CarlinKit.. yet. Still deciding if that's necessary or if occasionally hotspot can suffice with content already downloaded.

This item did not work well for me. I have a 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata. The touch screen controls did not always work, nor did navigating via did the physical buttons on the center console. I also found it somewhat slow. Unfortunately I did not have the same success as others with this product.

This CarPlay box is a fantastic way to upgrade your in-car experience. It allows you to use CarPlay more effectively, with access to a wider range of apps beyond the typical CarPlay or Android Auto options. Navigation, music, and other productivity apps are much easier to access, making it a great tool for improving your daily drive. It’s simple to install—just plug it in, and your car recognizes it as a CarPlay adapter. The built-in Android system gives you access to the Play Store, which is awesome for downloading apps like YouTube, Netflix, or other streaming services. While it’s great for entertainment, I can’t stress enough that videos should only be used when parked or waiting, like when picking up your kids or waiting at an appointment. Safety is key, and this device should never be a distraction while driving. If you’re looking for a way to expand your car’s functionality and get a full Android experience, this box delivers exactly that. Just be mindful to use it responsibly.