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Carplay installation tutorial on BMW X5 F15
We will see here in pictures how Apple Carplay is installed on a BMW X5 F15 with NBT system. Required hardware: a T20 torx screwdriver. Installation time: 30-40 minutes. Inventory: Carplay module and wiring. This includes the module, a wifi antenna, 2 LVDS (video) cables, the power cable, the auxiliary cable, and a USB cable (no need to plug it in if using the wireless device).
Carplay installation tutorial on Audi Q3
We will see here in pictures how to install Apple Carplay on an Audi Q3, the same for an Audi A1. Required hardware: a ratchet with a bit of 8 and a Torx T20 screwdriver. Installation time: 40-50 minutes. Inventory: Carplay module and wiring.
Basically, CarPlay is iOS for your car. It’s a simplified interface for easy use in a vehicle. It does all the basic stuff: phone calls, maps, music, and text messages using your voice. The idea is to keep your eyes on the road and not on your phone.
Carplay installation tutorial on BMW 1 Series E82
We will see here in pictures how Apple Carplay is installed on a BMW E82 series coupe which is the same as an E87, E88, E81. Required hardware: a Phillips screwdriver. Installation time: 30-40 minutes. Inventory: Carplay module and wiring. This includes the module, a wifi antenna, 2 LVDS (video) cables, the power cable, the sound cable, and a USB cable (do not plug it in if using the wireless device).
Upgrading your car’s infotainment system is best left to professionals if you want a quick and clean install. Certified local shops offer infotainment system installation at reasonable prices. You’ll want to get a cost estimate first since the expense varies greatly based on your car’s make.
Difference between PCM 3.1 and CDR-31
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Google Play Music Carplay Issues
iPhones running iOS 13.3, Google Play Music (active Family Subscription) are apparently extremely buggy with Carplay even when everything is up to date. Music will play but Carplay display freezes, goes blank, crashes, or displays an error message on the Carplay screen when trying to use the app from the CarPlay touch screen.
How to customize Carplay dashboard
The CarPlay dashboard comes equipped with the iPhone, Music, Maps, Messages, and Calendar apps, and it supports additional apps you can opt to use with CarPlay. These apps give you a full range of features that go hand-in-hand with driving or—better yet—with hands-free with driving.
Carplay installation tutorial on Porsche Macan PCM 4.0
We will see here in pictures how to install Apple Carplay on a Porsche Macan with PCM 4.0 system.
Required hardware: a T20 torx screwdriver.
Installation time: 40 minutes
Required hardware: a T20 torx screwdriver.
Installation time: 40 minutes