Thanks. Just bought my first Subaru! 2019 Forester, so this helped a lot. I have watched quite a few of your videos, and all of them helped convince me that I was making the right choice.
Just got a new Forester 2020 yesterday and your videos are my go to videos to familiarize myself with my car. I appreciate you sharing your expertise on everything about Subie.
Find it frustrating that we have to "pair" twice to the car to get the full function of the IOS device. What's the point of Bluetooth if I then have to plug my cable in too? One or the other but not both. As advanced as these vehicles are, one should not have to do this. Seems as if the engineering is incomplete for this. Again, we have a phone sitting around and another cable in the way. The armrest storage would be a great place to plug in the phone and run it from there, out of the way. Also, unfortunately, in the Impreza, there is only a 12VDC outlet and not an Infotainment connected USB in the box. As for your review of the features, thank you for putting in the time and letting us know some of the tricks of usage.
Hey there, just want to let you know that companies now offer “wireless Apple CarPlay” that will help you relieve your concerns. The small device simply plugs into your cars USB then connects to your phone automatically & wirelessly! The functionality is the exact same as if the phone was plugged in. They’re around $100-200 each but the convenience may be worth the cost! Hope you’re doing well, Subi fam!
2020 Forester owner here. You CANNOT use Apple CarPlay wirelessly with this vehicle, YOU HAVE TO BE PLUGGED IN. Only 2023 and newer support wireless CarPlay. I’ve watched so many videos and tried different things to do it wirelessly but can’t. If this is incorrect and anyone knows a way, please share!!!
Recently I have purchased Subaru Forester 2021. Love the car. I have problem in connecting USB drive and apple car play together. When I plug in my iphone with cable, USB drive gets disconnected :(. Anyone seeing the same issue?
I have a 19 outback and since the last iOS update it now take 4 minutes before the CarPlay icon shows up. So these are my issue and things I don’t like. 1. Multitouch works in nav unit, but not in CarPlay 2. Software update OTA or WiFi still isn’t working 3. The stereo has WiFi, but not able to do CarPlay with Bluetooth or WiFi. 4. Delay in CarPlay icon showing up. Thinking I would have been better getting the non-nav deck and buying a pioneer. To bad, I thought the stereo issues with Subaru was mostly fixed compared to my 2011 outback, and 2013 legacy (also nav units). The new deck is catching up, but software updates and support is definitely missing on Subaru’s part for the cost.
Can you please answer when an address is entered in that you are going to will the map show up on screen in Subaru, I don’t think it’s safe to look down at phone for directions. I can only use one hand/arm so I can’t pick up phone & drive. Please help me with thus I have a 2017 Subaru Legacy. Thank you. Try & go a Lille slower please thank you
New outback user here. Can i unplug the cable from iphone straight away when im leaving the car, or should i do something to safely disconnect the device? Thanks
Great Video! I have nothing but Issues on my 21 Crosstrek Carplay! 20 OLD messages show up on carplay that were deleted on phone! Some even have a generic date of 01/01/2000.. Subaru and apple have NO IDEA! Carpaly sucks!
Big problem we have is I have an android. My wife has an iphone. When I am driving and want to use android auto the radio only will switch to carplay. My wife wants to use her phone and charge it. I want to use android auto. The car always uses carplay over android.
This may be a dumb question, but do I need to have an APPLE phone to use APPLE CAR PLAY? I currently have a SAMSUNG GALAXY S7. The TOM TOM Nav system on my 2020 FORESTER is terrible, so I would love to be able to use GOOGLE MAPS
Question - I’m using an Anker charging cord for a iPhone 7+, plugged into the 1.2 USB port for CarPlay and the charge is soooo slow. Anker cords are fantastic using wall outlets. Anyone else have this issue?
I keep a Mophie always with mine it gives 4 hours of a charge pretty fast. I bought mine at a T-Mobile. Always make sure you charge your Mophie before your trip. Then you can charge your phone without help from car.
Question on my one day old Outback premium. Can you use Apple Car Play when parked up and the engine is not running? Same question for radio? And, while I'm at it, what's an easy way to turn off the radio without turning off the whole infotainment system? Life-saving videos, so thank you
We just got a 2021 Ascent today. I noticed that if you push the engine start button without putting your foot on the break it turns on the electronics of the vehicle without starting the engine.
I am frustrated with the head unit in my 18 outback: it can't read/display CD data (e.g, track titles) on most of my CDs. This is a fundamental need and I am amazed it has not been corrected.
Thanks. Just bought my first Subaru! 2019 Forester, so this helped a lot. I have watched quite a few of your videos, and all of them helped convince me that I was making the right choice.
“Stuck with Maps”? It’s the best mapping app dude 😂
Just got a new Forester 2020 yesterday and your videos are my go to videos to familiarize myself with my car. I appreciate you sharing your expertise on everything about Subie.
This is the best information videos for setting up your Subaru! Thank YoU
Find it frustrating that we have to "pair" twice to the car to get the full function of the IOS device. What's the point of Bluetooth if I then have to plug my cable in too? One or the other but not both. As advanced as these vehicles are, one should not have to do this. Seems as if the engineering is incomplete for this. Again, we have a phone sitting around and another cable in the way. The armrest storage would be a great place to plug in the phone and run it from there, out of the way. Also, unfortunately, in the Impreza, there is only a 12VDC outlet and not an Infotainment connected USB in the box.
As for your review of the features, thank you for putting in the time and letting us know some of the tricks of usage.
I have a 2019 Impreza and I have two USB ports inside the armrest
Hey there, just want to let you know that companies now offer “wireless Apple CarPlay” that will help you relieve your concerns. The small device simply plugs into your cars USB then connects to your phone automatically & wirelessly! The functionality is the exact same as if the phone was plugged in. They’re around $100-200 each but the convenience may be worth the cost! Hope you’re doing well, Subi fam!
2020 Forester owner here. You CANNOT use Apple CarPlay wirelessly with this vehicle, YOU HAVE TO BE PLUGGED IN. Only 2023 and newer support wireless CarPlay. I’ve watched so many videos and tried different things to do it wirelessly but can’t. If this is incorrect and anyone knows a way, please share!!!
thanks. can you try android auto as well?
Excellent Work!! Kudos!! Works on 2021 Outback perfect!!
Recently I have purchased Subaru Forester 2021. Love the car.
I have problem in connecting USB drive and apple car play together. When I plug in my iphone with cable, USB drive gets disconnected :(. Anyone seeing the same issue?
Doesn’t detail cable needed for compatibility. And could use a suggestion as to where to get such cable.
you said music using Bluetooth and hitting next next next - I understand !
wish my 22 Ascent Onyx had wireless CarPlay.
I have a 19 outback and since the last iOS update it now take 4 minutes before the CarPlay icon shows up. So these are my issue and things I don’t like.
1. Multitouch works in nav unit, but not in CarPlay
2. Software update OTA or WiFi still isn’t working
3. The stereo has WiFi, but not able to do CarPlay with Bluetooth or WiFi.
4. Delay in CarPlay icon showing up.
Thinking I would have been better getting the non-nav deck and buying a pioneer. To bad, I thought the stereo issues with Subaru was mostly fixed compared to my 2011 outback, and 2013 legacy (also nav units). The new deck is catching up, but software updates and support is definitely missing on Subaru’s part for the cost.
i has some problem, touch is bad and has problem. any solutions?
Can you please answer when an address is entered in that you are going to will the map show up on screen in Subaru, I don’t think it’s safe to look down at phone for directions. I can only use one hand/arm so I can’t pick up phone & drive. Please help me with thus I have a 2017 Subaru Legacy. Thank you. Try & go a Lille slower please thank you
Thanks
Thank you
New outback user here. Can i unplug the cable from iphone straight away when im leaving the car, or should i do something to safely disconnect the device? Thanks
Can I use my I pad instead of my phone with this Apple Car Play
Great Video! I have nothing but Issues on my 21 Crosstrek Carplay! 20 OLD messages show up on carplay that were deleted on phone! Some even have a generic date of 01/01/2000.. Subaru and apple have NO IDEA! Carpaly sucks!
At least yours works
I have a 2019 Subaru Outback. Is there a way to reduce the text notification sound? It is sooooo LOUD when there is a new text coming in.
I’m still looking for an answer if anyone knows!!!!!
I never actually have heard a text sound when messages come in. Is the text sound coming from Apple Carplay app?
Too bad I can't have an sports or weather app on it
Big problem we have is I have an android. My wife has an iphone. When I am driving and want to use android auto the radio only will switch to carplay. My wife wants to use her phone and charge it. I want to use android auto. The car always uses carplay over android.
Michael PaulRa try charging her phone through cigarettes adapter.
This may be a dumb question, but do I need to have an APPLE phone to use APPLE CAR PLAY? I currently have a SAMSUNG GALAXY S7. The TOM TOM Nav system on my 2020 FORESTER is terrible, so I would love to be able to use GOOGLE MAPS
Yes you should have an apple phone.
you can use Android auto!
I have a 2019 wrx, carplay worked once for 5 mins and never again.
Tried my phone and cable in buddys 21 wrx and it worked flawless.
Question - I’m using an Anker charging cord for a iPhone 7+, plugged into the 1.2 USB port for CarPlay and the charge is soooo slow. Anker cords are fantastic using wall outlets. Anyone else have this issue?
I keep a Mophie always with mine it gives 4 hours of a charge pretty fast. I bought mine at a T-Mobile. Always make sure you charge your Mophie before your trip. Then you can charge your phone without help from car.
Question on my one day old Outback premium. Can you use Apple Car Play when parked up and the engine is not running? Same question for radio? And, while I'm at it, what's an easy way to turn off the radio without turning off the whole infotainment system? Life-saving videos, so thank you
We just got a 2021 Ascent today. I noticed that if you push the engine start button without putting your foot on the break it turns on the electronics of the vehicle without starting the engine.
How do you turn up the volume so you can hear Siri? When I give a command I can hardly hear Siri respond
Make sure the volume on your phone is turned up too
Isn’t it supposed to be wireless.
That’s dumb that u have to connect it
Woah….. I don’t want my car reading my texts to everyone 😳 can we delete the message app off there?
I think it only reads it if you open the notification
Jailbreak iPhone. Download CarBridge lite from Cydia.
It's embarrassing that a software that is used globally doesn't work at all. And it has been 2 years? I rest my case.
I am frustrated with the head unit in my 18 outback: it can't read/display CD data (e.g, track titles) on most of my CDs. This is a fundamental need and I am amazed it has not been corrected.
please just start from step 1. my maps are not working , can’t get call. I have 17 subaru legacy. slow down.
What about the legacy? Lol jk 🤣