I bought a 06 is350 myself as a project car and your videos are really going to help accomplish some of the things I want to do to it,Keep the great content coming.
Hey Mark, you are one of the few people to make videos about this Lexus IS headunit situation, thanks for all your help they are very useful for my own IS.
did you ever find it annoying to exit Carplay to access like temp controls? Thats my biggest gripe with these, is that most of them are lacking certain controls and need to be handled on the screen.
Hi Mark, quick question. After installing the AutoKit app, does car play auto start every time you turn on the car? Or I have to click on the app every time I turn the car on? Thank you
where did you get the usb cable that plugs into the head unit??? Or does that come with the old head unit? And i wish you showed me how you installed the usb in the glove box and the usb-c one as well 😩
Hi thanks for the information. My question is, I have a Pioneer 4400nex Head unit, can this work with my Pioneer Head unit as well since it not an Android head unit..?
I see you have an eonon radio , can you post the exact link for the exact carlinkit you used , I have the 10.1 inch and looking to go wireless myself , thanks in advance
In the product description it says that it only goes wireless for CarPlay, but wired if choosing Android Auto, Is this right? How's the experience with Android Auto? My stereo is similar to that in the vid and has Android 9.1
Is the sound quality thesame as the stock because i have a scosche unit and an aftermarket stereo and my rear speakers wouldn’t work and it sucks because with the stock radio they worked.
Hi...I'm brasilian, sorry for my inglish. I have this dongle and a problem with carlinkit app. when i install carlinkit app on my radio others apps dont works. for example: i open radio app and after five seconds the app closing. can you help me ?
Do you to download the autokit, even if you have a iPhone and CarPlay mirroring system because I have the Toyota Agyo 1.0 vvt x-press and it came with a screen fitted and I have order the CarlinKit USB CarPlay Dongle,Compatible with Android car system version 4.4.2 or above,Support IOS13/14 wired CarPlay and wired Android do you think this will work?
is there a dongle to use with manifacturers unit? i supose thiw one works only on android units. i have a renault kadjar 2019. will it work on r link 2?
hello, i have 2009 Lexus is250. i already had display navigation(cam,GPS,etc) and i have to replace with this android screen. so when i install this one is it gonna work my already installed camera or do i have to install new one?? Thanks
Does the wireless adapter work WIRELESS with an android phone? ive seen some other videos saying that i still need the android-phone to be connected with wire even if i have a wireless adapter!
Could you please tell me how fast does the start after the installation and setting is complete. I got an android stereo that comes with TLink (which is an app that runs CarPlay) but this TLink connects 6 out of 10 times and it takes about a minute tu run
My Atoto A6 double din only has one USB port on the back. it is currently being used for my das cam. I was wondering if i could use a USB splitter so i could use both the dongle and the dash cam simultaneously ?
Hello, I have a 2015 Chevy Spark, with its own little screen, I don’t think I can download the app in the screen (which is mylink), can I still use the car play adapter??
I have a 2009 Lexus and it doesn’t have the cigarette lighter in the glove box like yours does. Would I be able to plug the adapter into the one beneath the radio?
Hey man I have this head unit as well. Do you by chance have a Bluetooth adapter hooked up to the unit for apps like torque? I can connect my phone but not my obd2 BT adapter.
So how has the unit held up? Skeptical on these because I feel like they will lag/be slow. How is it switching between pages and do you know which version you got? Ram/rom wise
Hey mark I wanted to know how did you setup the usb port thats in your glove box since you have the carlink in there? Because honestly your videos have been helping me a lot since im trying to get the same setup that you have in my is250
@magdaleno Ovando I’m glad to help! I had to drill a hole and route the head unit’s USB cables to it. I’ll be releasing a video soon with an update on my stereo and I’ll explain how the glovebox USB is set up.
@Dawit I don’t already have any USB ports in my mid-console (I assume you mean the armrest storage box between the driver & passenger seats), so I cannot say for sure. However, if your mid-console USB ports are directly connected to the back of the touchscreen, I’d imagine they should work fine for Carlink.
I have a similar head unit to you in my old Bmw and bought this dongle on your recommendation after seeing this video. I’ve never thanked someone on RUclips before but this was so awesome I felt I should. Have you figured out a way of getting the voice activation button on your steering wheel to activate Siri instead? Providing you have said button that is. Mine just actuvates the phone section of the actual android unit which sucks as it’s obviously not connected to anything and is rubbish
The link you provided clearly states the adapter does not work with wireless android auto, so why are you saying it does? Or are you saying you can get wireless car play (and wired android auto)? If so, why would anyone with an Android phone want to use this adapter when the head unit is already Android Auto compatible?
I had a few questions. I would greatly apreciate if you could answer. Firstly. Do you already need to have Android Auto on your car system for this to work? Secondly Do you know if this would work with the Chrysler Pacifica 2017 8.4 inch screen Thirdly. Since this is a third party android auto does it allow you to use RUclips and other Video apps with it?
Hey I was just wondering if your buttons on the lower part of your head unit work , not the radio box buttons but the ones on attached to the screen. Mine light up but have no function when I push them
You have to go to factory settings on the head unit and go to touch study. Then touch the command and the button and it should redirect the commands back to the buttons.
Interesting timing. I discovered this same adapter on eBay today. Also I’ve had that exact song (Way Maker) stuck in my head all day! I’m wanting to upgrade my headunit which already has CarPlay to wireless CarPlay. I am not able to open a web browser on my headunit like you did to download something. Does that mean I am unable to use this adapter? TIA =)
Hey sir, I have the same radio unit and I want to install external microphone can you please help with information and how did you install it please? Thanks
How reliable is this product? I’m torn between using an android head unit + carlinkit or a pioneer head unit that support carplay. Android head unit seems scroll much smoother than pioneer even though pioneer is much more expensive.
Please can I get a mini car android system like this for my 2007 Lexus gs350? I yes, please leave description below I will love to get a reply from you.
The “wince” download is for head units running Windows CE & that’s the majority of most 1st party infotainment (many not so much in the last 5a+ years) .. However I’m pretty sure for obvious reasons you can’t just install whatever you want
He probably is. You could also use a dedicated wifi hotspot device, or when you're at home if you are close enough to pick up the wifi in your house you could connect to it. Of course, that's no good if you're driving but it can be good for installing apps and updates while you're at home.
I bought a 06 is350 myself as a project car and your videos are really going to help accomplish some of the things I want to do to it,Keep the great content coming.
Aw I jealous, I wish I could get my hands on an is350. Maybe one day. 🤷🏻♂️ Thanks dude! Glad I could help!
Did u buy a radio?
@@marksmoddiary7485 hey they've come out with a wireless android auto model now.
Video starts at 4:00 thank me later
It's later and thank you!
Raul Magana
Oh he is one of those ?
😂
Thanks :P
Omg lol thanks!
I saw this too late :-D
Hey Mark, you are one of the few people to make videos about this Lexus IS headunit situation, thanks for all your help they are very useful for my own IS.
That's head screen dash unit looks badass. Nice vid.
did you ever find it annoying to exit Carplay to access like temp controls? Thats my biggest gripe with these, is that most of them are lacking certain controls and need to be handled on the screen.
When did you put the car kit thing please reply I didn’t see it in the video
Hi, i have question, with what did you repair the upholstery?
Do you have to have data on as I don't want to leave my data on it would use it all
Can u get reverse cam
Does the Carlinkit improve the boot time of the headunit?
You left out the bit where your head unit needs to run on Android. My Kenwood DMX8019s runs a seperate Kenwood OS so this device won't work.
Literally says it in the video title
Hi Mark, quick question. After installing the AutoKit app, does car play auto start every time you turn on the car? Or I have to click on the app every time I turn the car on? Thank you
Does your lexus comes with OEM back up camera?? If yes, did the android headunit works with it ???
Did this radio originally come with CarPlay?
So Bluetooth is all your need? I ordered the same part and it says I have to connect via WiFi too or I’ll get disconnected
Does this app automatically launch and connect to your phone when you start the car?
Coul do this with tasker
Did the the sticky dash harden then soft dash?
Does anybody know if this head unit will work if I’m replacing the stock nav from my Lexus is250
It will work. When you place your order make sure you tell them you have navigation. I have one in my car.
I have a 2011 is250 but on the aliexpress page it says my version of headunit wont fit. Is there a good alternative for it? Cheers
How about the lyrics on Apple music app? Is it supports that?
If I dont have android or CarPlay currently, would this carlinkit device only play google maps on my car screen? Lexus gs14
Does this work with factory navigation unit? I have a 2006 Lexus is250. Thanks
When will you install the back up camera?
where did you get the usb cable that plugs into the head unit??? Or does that come with the old head unit?
And i wish you showed me how you installed the usb in the glove box and the usb-c one as well 😩
Hi thanks for the information. My question is, I have a Pioneer 4400nex Head unit, can this work with my Pioneer Head unit as well since it not an Android head unit..?
For some reason when I downloaded it my applcarplay looks more dim like the brightness to it not as clears as yours
So does the carplay use the internet of the phone? Or do i still need to turn on the hotspot on my iphone to get the headunit going?
I see you have an eonon radio , can you post the exact link for the exact carlinkit you used , I have the 10.1 inch and looking to go wireless myself , thanks in advance
In the product description it says that it only goes wireless for CarPlay, but wired if choosing Android Auto, Is this right?
How's the experience with Android Auto?
My stereo is similar to that in the vid and has Android 9.1
Do you need to be connected to WiFi on your unit to access apple car play? Or is like other cars just connect via Bluetooth and use with no wifi?
Is the sound quality thesame as the stock because i have a scosche unit and an aftermarket stereo and my rear speakers wouldn’t work and it sucks because with the stock radio they worked.
It not going to affect my vehicle back up camera...??
Did your head unit have any kind of wired or CarPlay in general on it before you got the dongle ?
Does my standart Parking/Rear View Camera work with this Adapter?
I bought one of the Carlin kit and downloaded the auto kit and the CarPlay works. Only problem is I bought the wired one by accident
I have purchased the android 9.1 radio would this work with that
How do u get the navigation to work
Hi...I'm brasilian, sorry for my inglish.
I have this dongle and a problem with carlinkit app. when i install carlinkit app on my radio others apps dont works.
for example: i open radio app and after five seconds the app closing.
can you help me ?
What year is250 is this? Also, how do you have internet access with the head unit? Thanks!!
Do you to download the autokit, even if you have a iPhone and CarPlay mirroring system because I have the Toyota Agyo 1.0 vvt x-press and it came with a screen fitted and I have order the CarlinKit USB CarPlay Dongle,Compatible with Android car system version 4.4.2 or above,Support IOS13/14 wired CarPlay and wired Android do you think this will work?
is there a dongle to use with manifacturers unit? i supose thiw one works only on android units. i have a renault kadjar 2019. will it work on r link 2?
I already have auto kit download on my android unit, do I have to download another version of the auto kit?
hello, i have 2009 Lexus is250. i already had display navigation(cam,GPS,etc) and i have to replace with this android screen. so when i install this one is it gonna work my already installed camera or do i have to install new one?? Thanks
Does the wireless adapter work WIRELESS with an android phone?
ive seen some other videos saying that i still need the android-phone to be connected with wire even if i have a wireless adapter!
Could you please tell me how fast does the start after the installation and setting is complete.
I got an android stereo that comes with TLink (which is an app that runs CarPlay) but this TLink connects 6 out of 10 times and it takes about a minute tu run
Will this work on aftermarket radios like pioneer android auto on it????
My Atoto A6 double din only has one USB port on the back. it is currently being used for my das cam. I was wondering if i could use a USB splitter so i could use both the dongle and the dash cam simultaneously ?
Can you plug in an aux cable into your lightning port on your phone and still run wireless CarPlay while playing music into the Aux cord?
Does the wireless device have to be connected to the radio using the usb wire, or just any usb connection (to just power it)?
Where did u get the head unit the link don’t work can u drop the name n model please
How did you get your side buttons to turn a different color? Mine will only stay white
Hello, I have a 2015 Chevy Spark, with its own little screen, I don’t think I can download the app in the screen (which is mylink), can I still use the car play adapter??
Can I use this software to mirror my iPhone to an android tablet ??
Have you installed a after market sound system..??
To this unit or any one else out there..??
Will this work for a 2008 Lexus ISF with rearview camera and navigation?
How much was the dash i just is250 and its sticky
I plan on installing this on my 350 but would it work vertically?
hey dude wanted to ask if you still use it and if you do how is it after all this time is it still good is it really worth it ?>??
I have a 2009 Lexus and it doesn’t have the cigarette lighter in the glove box like yours does. Would I be able to plug the adapter into the one beneath the radio?
yes
Will this work on a 2005 honda accord if i have the android xtrons stereo?
Hi, after turn off and again turn on will your iphone automatically pair with Carlinkit and show up car play on display ? Thx for answer!
Yever tried quick support? No need for the adapter. As well as it mirrors the screen!
Hey man I have this head unit as well. Do you by chance have a Bluetooth adapter hooked up to the unit for apps like torque? I can connect my phone but not my obd2 BT adapter.
Hey bro I recently want to buy a head unit like this but I’m worried about the airbag light or a tpms light for the tire pressure system any codes
does the Android car systeem need to be connected to wifi /4G /your phone's hotspot?
What's the difference between the octa core 2 and the octa core 4
Would it work for my Nissan Sentra 2013 it already has a screen
So how has the unit held up? Skeptical on these because I feel like they will lag/be slow. How is it switching between pages and do you know which version you got? Ram/rom wise
In regards to CarPlay it’ll alway run smoothly as all cpu processing is done on your iPhone…
how does waze work with apple car play on this unit ? is it smooth
Hey mark I wanted to know how did you setup the usb port thats in your glove box since you have the carlink in there? Because honestly your videos have been helping me a lot since im trying to get the same setup that you have in my is250
@magdaleno Ovando I’m glad to help! I had to drill a hole and route the head unit’s USB cables to it. I’ll be releasing a video soon with an update on my stereo and I’ll explain how the glovebox USB is set up.
Mark's Mod Diary thanks man I appreciate it
@Dawit I don’t already have any USB ports in my mid-console (I assume you mean the armrest storage box between the driver & passenger seats), so I cannot say for sure.
However, if your mid-console USB ports are directly connected to the back of the touchscreen, I’d imagine they should work fine for Carlink.
Mark's Mod Diary Why did you choose this vs the Tesla style? How long is boot time?
I have a similar head unit to you in my old Bmw and bought this dongle on your recommendation after seeing this video. I’ve never thanked someone on RUclips before but this was so awesome I felt I should.
Have you figured out a way of getting the voice activation button on your steering wheel to activate Siri instead? Providing you have said button that is. Mine just actuvates the phone section of the actual android unit which sucks as it’s obviously not connected to anything and is rubbish
Which version of bmw u have
I have f10 with cic idrive system
Will it work with that
The link you provided clearly states the adapter does not work with wireless android auto, so why are you saying it does? Or are you saying you can get wireless car play (and wired android auto)? If so, why would anyone with an Android phone want to use this adapter when the head unit is already Android Auto compatible?
I had a few questions. I would greatly apreciate if you could answer.
Firstly. Do you already need to have Android Auto on your car system for this to work?
Secondly Do you know if this would work with the Chrysler Pacifica 2017 8.4 inch screen
Thirdly. Since this is a third party android auto does it allow you to use RUclips and other Video apps with it?
Does the steering wheel buttons work with the adapter?
He says they do in the video.
Does backup camera still work with this setup?
Great question. However I noticed that this guy didn't have a back up camera or the higher end head unit before I stalling this aftermarket head unit.
Yes it does. I have a similar set up on my car except my radio is an Atoto A6 10.1 and my backup cam still works
Video music from youtube ?
Hey I was just wondering if your buttons on the lower part of your head unit work , not the radio box buttons but the ones on attached to the screen. Mine light up but have no function when I push them
I could use some help
You have to go to factory settings on the head unit and go to touch study. Then touch the command and the button and it should redirect the commands back to the buttons.
what HU can I get to replace the factory one in a Kia Picanto mk 2 would you say? also do you have any links for any please.
Interesting timing. I discovered this same adapter on eBay today. Also I’ve had that exact song (Way Maker) stuck in my head all day! I’m wanting to upgrade my headunit which already has CarPlay to wireless CarPlay. I am not able to open a web browser on my headunit like you did to download something. Does that mean I am unable to use this adapter? TIA =)
Hey sir, I have the same radio unit and I want to install external microphone can you please help with information and how did you install it please? Thanks
How does it gets internet connection? Do you need to be on wifi range everytime u use that?
You only need WiFi to install the app onto your head unit. Once installed, you’re good to go, no WiFi needed
Hi can I remove my oem head unit for a android unit.
Is this still valid? Just picked up an Android head unit.
Is that the Xtrons TR108 headunit? If it is I have the same unit and was looking into adding this feature. Thanks for showing me the way lol.
Any app to connect without dongle?
Did u get your navigation to work bro?
So wireless or wired CarPlay can work on any screen?
What do you do with the old radio ?
Dose RUclips works on it or do you have to jailbreak it
How reliable is this product? I’m torn between using an android head unit + carlinkit or a pioneer head unit that support carplay. Android head unit seems scroll much smoother than pioneer even though pioneer is much more expensive.
Anything available for android that doesn't require a physical connection to aquire wireless screen mirroring with Android car stereo
How can I switch which mic use? Cuz I got a radio like yours but the mic from the radio doesn’t work
How would you put CarPlay in a 2005 Dodge Ram truck
Please can I get a mini car android system like this for my 2007 Lexus gs350? I yes, please leave description below I will love to get a reply from you.
The “wince” download is for head units running Windows CE & that’s the majority of most 1st party infotainment (many not so much in the last 5a+ years) .. However I’m pretty sure for obvious reasons you can’t just install whatever you want
Mine does not find the dongle and keeps saying to connect the box
What’s your Android system for the head unit plz?
So this won't work with any head unit?? Only Andriod auto and carplay units??
I LOVE WAYMAKER! Great Song!!!!
Amazing song bro!
Hmmm.. it’s ok but I love songs like Comfortably Numb by Pink Floyd 👀
Are you using a hotspot from your phone for Internet on you unit?
He probably is. You could also use a dedicated wifi hotspot device, or when you're at home if you are close enough to pick up the wifi in your house you could connect to it. Of course, that's no good if you're driving but it can be good for installing apps and updates while you're at home.
@@grahamjgreen yes sirrrr best thing to do