You wont get carplay over BT if thats what you're waiting on? Its a chip limitation, even the 2017 A5 that has genuine carplay only supports it over cable. You will however be able to have a symultanious BT and Carplay connection, not that Im sure what benefit this offers.
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Interested in this too! Would love to be able to use Spotify properly and have up to date maps from my phone and not to mention having to mess about with the half post code crap!
About £280 when you convert USD to GBP but if we could do a group buy, that would be awesome as shipping is another 50 dollars!
About £280 when you convert USD to GBP but if we could do a group buy, that would be awesome as shipping is another 50 dollars!
Upon further inspection, i have found a big thread with a lot of input from the developer himself in the Audizine forum featuring lots of info and feedback may be worth a read! None the less, i am still very interested and would be willing to put up with any teething issues which would be ironed out withe firmware update.
However, many users who have fitted it are having no issues at all so may just be down to the iPhone in use with carplay. - Worth noting, Android should be supported in the next firmware update.
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However, many users who have fitted it are having no issues at all so may just be down to the iPhone in use with carplay. - Worth noting, Android should be supported in the next firmware update.
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from the online shop I bought it, it is CNY 2450, i.e. GBP 280 + shipping. It supports Carplay(full function), Android mirroring to screen, and Carlife, but all with only cable connection. I am debating if Apple Maps is sufficient for me as I am using Waze currently and really like it. None the less I'm happy to give it a try and worst case I can remove it and sell on ebay (or here?). Mine should arrive sometime next week. Look forward to it.
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To be fair, I’ve hated apple maps for years. Sat in a courtesy car this week with CarPlay, so thought id try out the functionality with this thread in mind.
I was pleasantly surprised at how much better apple maps has got. Much more useful layout of info, like current speed limit. Seems to be a bit behind the cutting edge on traffic, not quite as rapidly updates as google maps or Waze, BUT way better than Audi nav without traffic.
I could be tempted with a group buy.
I’ve already been in contact with the supplier about purchase but pulled out as I discovered waze wasn’t supported. They seem pretty helpful.
I’d be further reassured by someone else here having fitted theirs successfully. The instructions they sent me, while simple, were mostly for Mercedes...!
I was pleasantly surprised at how much better apple maps has got. Much more useful layout of info, like current speed limit. Seems to be a bit behind the cutting edge on traffic, not quite as rapidly updates as google maps or Waze, BUT way better than Audi nav without traffic.
I could be tempted with a group buy.
I’ve already been in contact with the supplier about purchase but pulled out as I discovered waze wasn’t supported. They seem pretty helpful.
I’d be further reassured by someone else here having fitted theirs successfully. The instructions they sent me, while simple, were mostly for Mercedes...!
Hey guys, I'm quite new to the Audi scene, so I've got a quick question about the Apple Carplay retrofit, I would love to have that functionality in my car, but not sure if these kits are compatible with the system I have. So my car has the Audi Symphony, and the controls are NOT around the gear shifter, 2009 A5. with that info can you tell me which system I've got? and if it may be compatible with these retrofit kits?
Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance.
Hi All,
Sharing my experience with a carplay device.
My car (A5 SP MY2010) is equipped with MMI High and I bought a carlinke unit on AliExpress (sorry, can't share a URL as this is my first post. Search for Camera-Interface-with-Dynamic-Parking-Guideline-Carplay-Box-for-A4-A4L-A5-S5-Q5-Original-Screen).
It logically sits between the MMI unit and screen and comes with a USB port to connect your iPhone. No need to cut any wires or modify wire looms. It is really plug and play. The small carplay unit even fits underneath the MMI unit. I've been using this carplay device for 2 days now and I'm very pleased with it. Well worth my investment.
BTW I'm not related to the seller on AliExpress nor do I own any shares or whatsoever. Just wanted to provide some information on an alternative carplay device below 250 Euros.
Regards
Sharing my experience with a carplay device.
My car (A5 SP MY2010) is equipped with MMI High and I bought a carlinke unit on AliExpress (sorry, can't share a URL as this is my first post. Search for Camera-Interface-with-Dynamic-Parking-Guideline-Carplay-Box-for-A4-A4L-A5-S5-Q5-Original-Screen).
It logically sits between the MMI unit and screen and comes with a USB port to connect your iPhone. No need to cut any wires or modify wire looms. It is really plug and play. The small carplay unit even fits underneath the MMI unit. I've been using this carplay device for 2 days now and I'm very pleased with it. Well worth my investment.
BTW I'm not related to the seller on AliExpress nor do I own any shares or whatsoever. Just wanted to provide some information on an alternative carplay device below 250 Euros.
Regards
Well shucks, thats clearly spam but they made a fair point, it appears I was mistaken and there are other units than the Unichip box availble, and it looks like the latter is what the OP has recieved since his came with Cameras.
I've done what said spam suggested, found the listings mentioned, and correct they are MUCH cheaper, and for that kind of money I've taken the gamble and ordered.
I've got a 3G+ unit in mine, and have paid circa £155 for the unit inc shipping. I cannot see how this isnt going to send my nav barmy since it'll just be overlaying the MMI actions, and being familiar with Carplay and the steps taken to get to something, I cant see how its not going to set navigation courses all over the UK while changing podcasts or spotify tracks... but hey I could be mistaken!
Not due for a while now, but will report back when the unit turns up.
I'll also do a how to guide since I've done a fair amount of work on my A5 now and know this will be a breeze.... so long as I remember.
I've done what said spam suggested, found the listings mentioned, and correct they are MUCH cheaper, and for that kind of money I've taken the gamble and ordered.
I've got a 3G+ unit in mine, and have paid circa £155 for the unit inc shipping. I cannot see how this isnt going to send my nav barmy since it'll just be overlaying the MMI actions, and being familiar with Carplay and the steps taken to get to something, I cant see how its not going to set navigation courses all over the UK while changing podcasts or spotify tracks... but hey I could be mistaken!
Not due for a while now, but will report back when the unit turns up.
I'll also do a how to guide since I've done a fair amount of work on my A5 now and know this will be a breeze.... so long as I remember.
Aliexpress is where you'll find them, sold by 2 different sellers it seems at slightly different prices. Currently with a discount of 20% too and free shipping! Its definitely different to the Unichip solution, whether that makes the unichip better or not I cant say, but they appear to do the same thing and that's what we all want right!Hi Grangey, where did you find yours? it sounds quite cheap. I'm still waiting for my ordered one. If it's the same I would like to cancel my order and reorder yours
By the way, unless I missread the OP's most- he may have ordered the wrong kit (or the seller just bundles them all togetherregardless).
Only NON MMI units support/come with rear camera as an available option, this is NOT available for MMI users. I don't know if all kits come shipped with the cameras regardless, but the seller I ordered from clearly had 2 different types available and you had to select which one (MMI or non MMI). Id expect the MMI verson not to come with cameras, but that's only theoretical and assumes they're actually shipping different kits.
As per the ad I've purchased from- this is for non MMI units;
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and this is for MMI units
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So logically not sure why they'd ship MMI kits out with cameras if its not supported, but then nothings logical from these kinds of websites so who knows!
Only NON MMI units support/come with rear camera as an available option, this is NOT available for MMI users. I don't know if all kits come shipped with the cameras regardless, but the seller I ordered from clearly had 2 different types available and you had to select which one (MMI or non MMI). Id expect the MMI verson not to come with cameras, but that's only theoretical and assumes they're actually shipping different kits.
As per the ad I've purchased from- this is for non MMI units;
and this is for MMI units
So logically not sure why they'd ship MMI kits out with cameras if its not supported, but then nothings logical from these kinds of websites so who knows!
Well, its here... instructions are far from great, but if Im honest you dont really need any, for the same reason Im now questioning if a "how to" is really required, its plug and play after all.. all I'll be doing differently is make it fully OEM inspired from an installation perspective, but if you're not doing this its just a case of taking your headunit out, plugging in the box, and putting it back... don't think it will make for much of a post .
Anyway, will probably install friday (unless my related amazon delivery arrives early tomorrow) so will report back.
. Anyway, will probably install friday (unless my related amazon delivery arrives early tomorrow) so will report back.
Well, its installed - spent a little more time making a proper job of it by fitting the USB connection under the armrest, really happy with the result as it looks properly OEM
Still need to have a play with the unit in the car, but early signs surprise me as it doesn't seem to hack the MMI but it might be too early to confirm.
The one issue I am having is I don't get audio over Aux, only bluetooth. I've contacted the supplier to find out what could cause this. Ok Im no worse off but I was looking forward to having it over Aux for the higher audio quality, although the benefit of Bluetooth is track names will still show on the speedo!
Will report back when I've had proper time to test the unit, it does definitely support android too.
Still need to have a play with the unit in the car, but early signs surprise me as it doesn't seem to hack the MMI but it might be too early to confirm.
The one issue I am having is I don't get audio over Aux, only bluetooth. I've contacted the supplier to find out what could cause this. Ok Im no worse off but I was looking forward to having it over Aux for the higher audio quality, although the benefit of Bluetooth is track names will still show on the speedo!
Will report back when I've had proper time to test the unit, it does definitely support android too.
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Aux issue resolved itself, now works fine. Reverse camera doesnt seem to work while in Carplay... but my reverse camera is incredibly tempremental at the moment so cant say for sure this is a result of this box, the camera, or me not noticing while in "nav" the camera doesn't work. Interestingly Aux doesn't seem to have a higher quality of sound (like it did in the 2017 A5 I had for a few months), so if you've got 3G+ like myself with audio streaming over BT this is no big deal, for everyone else though this will be nice anyway.
Only real negative (camera issue a side which could be my own) which you'd expect if you thought about it, is you cant see the volume dial display, or thermostat readings on the display when you adjust them like you do in the OEM screen but no big deal.
Siri works over the steering wheel just fine too, everything just works as it does in the 2017 audi so yeah, all good at the moment!
Only real negative (camera issue a side which could be my own) which you'd expect if you thought about it, is you cant see the volume dial display, or thermostat readings on the display when you adjust them like you do in the OEM screen but no big deal.
Siri works over the steering wheel just fine too, everything just works as it does in the 2017 audi so yeah, all good at the moment!
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Thanks for all the detail, I’m glad it’s working for you.
And SIX DAYS from China - that is really impressive!
I’m so torn. Id really like a reversing camera as the rear visibility is what worries my wife most about driving it compared to her focus. Having said that - proper traffic updates on maps would be nice.
What happens if someone calls you and you’re not looking at the right screen? I.e. if it’s bluetooth phone connection and you’re looking at CarPlay, or its via CarPlay but your looking at MMI?
And SIX DAYS from China - that is really impressive!
I’m so torn. Id really like a reversing camera as the rear visibility is what worries my wife most about driving it compared to her focus. Having said that - proper traffic updates on maps would be nice.
What happens if someone calls you and you’re not looking at the right screen? I.e. if it’s bluetooth phone connection and you’re looking at CarPlay, or its via CarPlay but your looking at MMI?
Seems at least 80% certain the camera issue I'm experiencing is unrelated to the carplay module, more testing will confirm. This isnt that surprising as I do have issues with my camera (likely potentially water damaged related). Today for the first time I put it in reverse and it behaved as expected, went from Car play into my camera, and back again.
I've also just been sent English translated firmware for the "top" menu so I can understand better what this can do. So far I can already workout theres Apple Car play, Full iphone Mirroring, and Androids version of Carplay. There are 2 other things in the menu which I cant workout yet which I'll report back on.
@Blue as a reminder if you have 3G MMI this will not come with a camera, if you dont then it will I think and would safely presume it to work. I also assume youre not familiar with carplay? It is basically your phone in your car, only with limited apps. So as you'd expect, when you get a call its handled through carplay. Blutooth is simple an "alternative" audio connection (ONLY if already available in your car- this has NOTHING to do with this module). By default you have to set your media to look for Aux to get audio from the phone, and by default your phone when plugged in will switch to playing over USB. In either case if you switch both your phone and car audi to bluetooth it (while plugged in) it makes zero difference, its purely where your audio is being sent from your phone- for me the only tiny benefit is when audio is streamed over bluetooth, my speedo displays shows track/call info as it did before. You will not get this over USB, otherwise there's no difference.
In terms of calls, it depends how you "exit" car play. If Im in car play, then change the input to say radio by pressing the button, car play is left open in the background, and therefore my phone still thinks its connected and will be sending audio over Aux- I imagine this will slightly effect calls as you'd need to remember to change from radio to Aux when a call comes in at least.
However when you "exit" car play, properly, your phone knows its no longer over carplay. The bit I dont know is whether when you exit car play, whether it disconnects the phone from sending audio over USB or not. Theoretically your phone will be a normal phone... but still being charged by the USB port... however I'll need to check, but I have a suspision it will still be defaulting audio over USB (so you can still hear your music and nav directions over Aux.. but you'll be controlling your phone manually). So I think you'd need to treat it as all or nothing to avoid confusion, ie phone's plugged in, use car play, dont want to use car play, don't plug your phone in... I will test this for you though.
For absolute clarity as I've mentioned, my car was already heavily equipped before this module, so could stream via BT etc natively already since I have 3G High and had reversing camera etc. Most of what I'm mentioning will not be relevant to a lot of people who don't have this.
I've also just been sent English translated firmware for the "top" menu so I can understand better what this can do. So far I can already workout theres Apple Car play, Full iphone Mirroring, and Androids version of Carplay. There are 2 other things in the menu which I cant workout yet which I'll report back on.
@Blue as a reminder if you have 3G MMI this will not come with a camera, if you dont then it will I think and would safely presume it to work. I also assume youre not familiar with carplay? It is basically your phone in your car, only with limited apps. So as you'd expect, when you get a call its handled through carplay. Blutooth is simple an "alternative" audio connection (ONLY if already available in your car- this has NOTHING to do with this module). By default you have to set your media to look for Aux to get audio from the phone, and by default your phone when plugged in will switch to playing over USB. In either case if you switch both your phone and car audi to bluetooth it (while plugged in) it makes zero difference, its purely where your audio is being sent from your phone- for me the only tiny benefit is when audio is streamed over bluetooth, my speedo displays shows track/call info as it did before. You will not get this over USB, otherwise there's no difference.
In terms of calls, it depends how you "exit" car play. If Im in car play, then change the input to say radio by pressing the button, car play is left open in the background, and therefore my phone still thinks its connected and will be sending audio over Aux- I imagine this will slightly effect calls as you'd need to remember to change from radio to Aux when a call comes in at least.
However when you "exit" car play, properly, your phone knows its no longer over carplay. The bit I dont know is whether when you exit car play, whether it disconnects the phone from sending audio over USB or not. Theoretically your phone will be a normal phone... but still being charged by the USB port... however I'll need to check, but I have a suspision it will still be defaulting audio over USB (so you can still hear your music and nav directions over Aux.. but you'll be controlling your phone manually). So I think you'd need to treat it as all or nothing to avoid confusion, ie phone's plugged in, use car play, dont want to use car play, don't plug your phone in... I will test this for you though.
For absolute clarity as I've mentioned, my car was already heavily equipped before this module, so could stream via BT etc natively already since I have 3G High and had reversing camera etc. Most of what I'm mentioning will not be relevant to a lot of people who don't have this.
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