One advantage that these CarPlay units have over a garmin/tom tom unit is the fact that you only use one Bluetooth connection on your headset rather than 2. This allows your Cardo unit to connect with non-Cardo headsets. My mate has a Sena and, although I can connect to him via intercom, as soon as I bring the Garmin into the mix, the connection just drops. It shouldn’t, but it does. I will be swapping my Garmin XT for a CarPlay system ready for next year. Thanks for the video.
Enjoyed that Andy! The other thing I do for weather on route is to ask Siri what the weather is ahead of me say in 1hr time. Always spot on.👌 I love all this new tech!🤗
Have been looking at the Chigee BMW version for use on my GS so I can use the multi controller as I’ve got used to using it to zoom out and in easily while riding the route so would like to have this functionality. Ditched Nav 6 and Connecred Ride app and using MRA for navigation and have been using for route creation for years now so maybe time to migrate to it on CarPlay when the Chigee has been well tested👍 Keep up the good work and take it easy on Dave, he’s an old man😂😂😂
The beauty of Scenic is being able to plan routes in Google Maps and the fact you don’t need active data to use it as maps are downloaded to your device.
Same with MRA which can download the routes, the background maps and also now has an OFFLINE route planner should you get stuck in an area without data.
@@user-fv1576 never had a problem so that suggests I never have more than 10 WP. I do most planning in Scenic as it's so user friendly but some people will always prefer Google Maps.
Super video Andy. I particularly like the MRA you recommended. Why would anyone prefer a Garmin? (i) The (Garmin and similar ) GPS radios are, in my experience, more sensitive. Less likely to let you down when in a remote location. (i) Bigger screen size . Arguably brighter and faster too. (iii) Absolutely no need to have a phone with you (iv) A simpler lesss time-consuming solution for those who want to “crack -on “ and ride ! 😂😂
Does CarPlay populate or mirror all your iPhone apps on the Chigee or are you limited to a certain number or just those apps that are compatible with the device? If so, how does that work? I’m thinking about the Chigee so that I can put my phone in my tank bag.
Just apps that are CarPlay compatible, the app designer has to program for it. You won’t be able to watch YouTuve videos on the device (for example) as that would be dangerous whilst driving.
Andy, can you explain how you download music onto an iPhone, so it doesn’t use data. I’m pulling my hair out when using CarPlay on my AT1100, because when I’m in an area with little or no internet, music is a pain. Cheers.
I use Apple Music. Once I’ve created a playlist. There is three dots next to the playlist. Select download. Now the playlist is downloaded to your phone and wont use data for additional plays
@@markmottershead646 no it relies on CarPlay for media. The SD card in the Lite version is for storing the camera footage, it doesn’t really serve a purpose on the BMW Plat version.
A unit for car drivers that ride bikes cos they think its cool and never go far!! Never sent a text or found the need to send a text! At the end of the day lets see how long these things last in the real world!!
I gave you the thumbs up before I watched the video. I appreciated your honesty about the Garmin.
One advantage that these CarPlay units have over a garmin/tom tom unit is the fact that you only use one Bluetooth connection on your headset rather than 2. This allows your Cardo unit to connect with non-Cardo headsets. My mate has a Sena and, although I can connect to him via intercom, as soon as I bring the Garmin into the mix, the connection just drops. It shouldn’t, but it does. I will be swapping my Garmin XT for a CarPlay system ready for next year. Thanks for the video.
Enjoyed that Andy! The other thing I do for weather on route is to ask Siri what the weather is ahead of me say in 1hr time. Always spot on.👌 I love all this new tech!🤗
Good tip 😁
Dave, doesn't it just say rain every time. 😀
@@davidz8 🤣🤣👌
Thanks for a balanced review and well-informed opinions.
Have been looking at the Chigee BMW version for use on my GS so I can use the multi controller as I’ve got used to using it to zoom out and in easily while riding the route so would like to have this functionality. Ditched Nav 6 and Connecred Ride app and using MRA for navigation and have been using for route creation for years now so maybe time to migrate to it on CarPlay when the Chigee has been well tested👍
Keep up the good work and take it easy on Dave, he’s an old man😂😂😂
I’ll try, he just tees himself up so well 😂
The beauty of Scenic is being able to plan routes in Google Maps and the fact you don’t need active data to use it as maps are downloaded to your device.
Same with MRA which can download the routes, the background maps and also now has an OFFLINE route planner should you get stuck in an area without data.
@@andybcole scenic has the offline planer too 😇 I also like the speeding alert. Very useful with all the cameras around.
@@user-fv1576 never had a problem so that suggests I never have more than 10 WP. I do most planning in Scenic as it's so user friendly but some people will always prefer Google Maps.
@@user-fv1576 yep MyRouteApp, don’t touch Google Maps for any kind of route planning.
@@TheDervMan I’m a scenic user - google maps has a limit on way points , about 10. Not much use. You doing something different???
Super video Andy.
I particularly like the MRA you recommended.
Why would anyone prefer a Garmin?
(i) The (Garmin and similar ) GPS radios are, in my experience, more sensitive. Less likely to let you down when in a remote location.
(i) Bigger screen size . Arguably brighter and faster too.
(iii) Absolutely no need to have a phone with you
(iv) A simpler lesss time-consuming solution for those who want to “crack -on “ and ride ! 😂😂
It was faultless around Wales as was the Chigee
CarPlay on bikes is a game changer, I mainly use Waze for road routes, and MRA for planned trips, I also like that MRA maps are offline.
@@davidz8 likewise - great combination.
@@davidz8 and they’ve just added an offline route planner as long as you’ve downloaded the background maps 😁
Nice video.👍🏻
Does CarPlay populate or mirror all your iPhone apps on the Chigee or are you limited to a certain number or just those apps that are compatible with the device? If so, how does that work? I’m thinking about the Chigee so that I can put my phone in my tank bag.
Just apps that are CarPlay compatible, the app designer has to program for it. You won’t be able to watch YouTuve videos on the device (for example) as that would be dangerous whilst driving.
Andy, can you explain how you download music onto an iPhone, so it doesn’t use data. I’m pulling my hair out when using CarPlay on my AT1100, because when I’m in an area with little or no internet, music is a pain. Cheers.
@@windinthewillows6248 support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/iphone/iph0cff2d191/ios#:~:text=Download%20music%20from%20Apple%20Music,your%20library%2C%20then%20tap%20Download.&text=at%20the%20top%20of%20the,then%20turn%20on%20Sync%20Library). Enjoy 😉
I use Apple Music. Once I’ve created a playlist. There is three dots next to the playlist. Select download. Now the playlist is downloaded to your phone and wont use data for additional plays
@@mmimsiv I do the same, very useful, no data issues and no signal issues.
Andy, I see the new BMW Chigee has room for a card, is there an app which plays music from that?
@@markmottershead646 no it relies on CarPlay for media. The SD card in the Lite version is for storing the camera footage, it doesn’t really serve a purpose on the BMW Plat version.
A unit for car drivers that ride bikes cos they think its cool and never go far!! Never sent a text or found the need to send a text! At the end of the day lets see how long these things last in the real world!!
@@xjr13john just did a 500 mile round trip with my one through the depths of the Welsh hills and valleys, it works 😁