Exclusive long term review | Carsifi Wireless Android Auto Adapter | It just works!!!

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  • @jonkim8060
    @jonkim8060 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is the video I was looking for. Some other dongles are connected as Apple Carplay and converted into Android Auto by their own software instead of connecting Android Auto directly. But seems like it is connected with the factory Android auto directly! Glad to see that your cockpit shows the song info! Thanks for the review :)

  • @buzzaldren5809
    @buzzaldren5809 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This device did not work for my 2020 Subaru Outback. The phone (S20+) would never join the carsifi wifi network, regardless of the different methods advised. Company was reachable by email, but still refuses my request for a refund. I do not recommend this device.

  • @Johnasmith99
    @Johnasmith99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Excellent video, thank you CRD. I paid my $89 about a week ago, now I'm anxious to give Carsifi a try. It will be for my new 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited. Hard to fathom why their most advanced setup does not include wireless Android Auto. There were two active Carsifi campaigns, the first had only one remaining position, but the second had quite a few. I took the first one, so that campaign ended. Did I do the right thing? Maybe it's irrelevant. Again, thank you.

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks bud!
      Being in the earlier campaign in theory should mean your product is shipped a bit earlier and you would have got a better discount, at least that's how I assume indigogo works 🙂

    • @tiggermix
      @tiggermix 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I received my CarsiFi today, very easy set up. Works as if I had my phone plugged in with a cable. Except.. much better now that I do not need to connect with a cable. My cable was getting wobbly on my port and kept getting disconnected. Now that I can just leave my CarsiFi adapter connected all the time. Get in my truck and go. You will like it.

    • @LilGirth
      @LilGirth 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      When I bought my car last month (2022 toyota) the sales rep told me that cars from 2020 onward would be updated to wireless A.A. and Carplay.
      U.S. btw

    • @daniell8331
      @daniell8331 ปีที่แล้ว

      Curious to see how this went for you?

    • @richscott2483
      @richscott2483 ปีที่แล้ว

      Toyota is behind with Wireless Car Play and Android Auto. Other automakers already have wireless CP and AA since 2021. It is now January 2023, I purchase 2023 Camry XSE V6 and Toyota still has not updated to wireless CP and AA. Only have wireless Charging. My wife has 2022 Honda Civic Touring and Honda has wireless. For 2023 Honda included Google, Siri and Alexa. That places Toyota 3 years behind the technology everyone else is installing in their vehicles, same thing that Toyota's Infotainment center is outdated. Toyota having serious Quality Control problems after all they've merged with Tesla aka Elon Musk they've lost Billions so they joined forces.

  • @jonkim8060
    @jonkim8060 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just got my carsifi today and it works flawlessly and its literally beyond my expectation. Ive been using ottocast u2x for about 6months but carsifi is another level of user experience in terms of :
    - Song info on cockpit? Y
    - factory AA? Y
    - faster boot? Y
    - faster responses? Y
    - higher framerate? Y
    Overall I am really satisfied with the product and thank you for your awesome review!

    • @richscott2483
      @richscott2483 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ottocast U2X Pro works great. can get 50 USD off with code THANKS at checkout as of 19Jan2023. Was 149 got for 99.

  • @carsifi-wirelessaaadapterf2973
    @carsifi-wirelessaaadapterf2973 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you so much for your review.
    P.S.: you can use double click to switch btw different devices.

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Even better! Really well thought out

    • @mikelebouef7918
      @mikelebouef7918 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Please explain to people not to buy if there media usb does not turn off with the ignition. You know all about the problem. This is not just on you guys. This is with all AA wireless dongles.

    • @nak141
      @nak141 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mikelebouef7918 i heard some cars power starts/or the ignition starts /when the seat belt is put on.

  • @aaronslattery5615
    @aaronslattery5615 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Have you used the aawireless adapter? Which do you think works better? Does aawireless connect any faster?

    • @chethammer
      @chethammer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They both take 32 seconds from ignition to complete boot.

    • @diegocaracasfc
      @diegocaracasfc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What about the Motorola one? I think it's the most popular one

    • @nak141
      @nak141 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@diegocaracasfc
      Pls share the link for Motorola or the name of the device.

    • @nak141
      @nak141 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@diegocaracasfc thanks much

  • @erebostd
    @erebostd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    An easier way to switch phones? How about the big round button on the device, that is it’s only purpose 😁. Wish i had my device, too - I’m still waiting…

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Lol yep, they replied back on another comment.
      I guess I missed it as there was no manual in the box

  • @stephenwalker3748
    @stephenwalker3748 ปีที่แล้ว

    How is Google assistant? If you say "hey Google navigate home" or "play today's hits" does it work everytime? I've tried a few other brands and it either freezes or only hears half the instruction.

  • @kazzpham1740
    @kazzpham1740 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Azam,
    Thanks for the review. I've got this adapter a while ago and constantly having trouble. Everything is set up like yours, randomly it's disconnected and a message showing USB DEVICE NOT SUPPORTED. I've tried using a different cable and still the same problem occurred. On my phone Bluetooth Carsifi name is there but its always connected to my car Bluetooth. I don't know what I'm doing wrong. Please help. Many thanks.

  • @barryzuidema1
    @barryzuidema1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was really looking forward to this product. Now I have a problem with the connection. Whatever I do, my phone can't find the adapter for a bluetooth connection. Even I tried different phones. Nothing.. I tried the app and also without the app. Please help..

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sorry to hear that, have you tried contacting support? They're really quick to get back

  • @sergiossotiridis5073
    @sergiossotiridis5073 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Does google assistant work with this dongle? Some other dongles i was watching did not support google voice assistant

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It should do, I've not come across any that don't allow it 😕
      It's worth reading through the comments on this one though as it seems it has been temperamental for a few people

  • @isaaclarson
    @isaaclarson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You didn't have any issues reconnecting to it? Maybe the "experimental" feature I previously had enabled was the issue, but today I could NOT get it to connect and need to unpair and start over.

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just once on my wife's phone I had to repair. But not had an issue since

    • @isaaclarson
      @isaaclarson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CRD90 I ended up unpairing and resetting everything at it seems to be working fine now 🤷‍♂️

  • @PaulLefebvre
    @PaulLefebvre 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How has this been holding out? I drive a Kia, and took a long trip in the summer, and my regular wired connection was so undependable. Frequently it would disconnect right when I needed directions in cities that weren't home.

  • @tpsracing1993
    @tpsracing1993 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have ordered one last week, I have tried the 3 CarKit versions, but they all do not work, and when they work, they work for just one time, the next time when you start the engine the connection is lost. I need it for my VW Touareq 2019 with Samsung S21 Ultra. When I have installed it I will let you all know if this works!

  • @diederikkuhn
    @diederikkuhn ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You can swop between phones by double clicking the button

  • @n8dog89
    @n8dog89 ปีที่แล้ว

    @CRD or anyone else - I heard that you can change your DPI on that, are you able to test and let us know what the difference is? Especially with coolwalk out now. I love the layout in my f-pace, but would love to tweak the DPI.

  • @garethanderson46
    @garethanderson46 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If left plugged in when engine is of,will it still use power from car battery do you know?? Thanks

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey bud, depends on how your usb ports work.
      On most modern cars they switch off if the car is locked, so in this case the unit would switch off too.
      Otherwise if the usb ports are powered then the box will remain powered.
      On my car the power switches off 5 mins after I lock the car.
      So if you have the ignition on, but engine off - then the power would remain on.

  • @stephenward9468
    @stephenward9468 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sorry, bit late to the party! I have a BMW i3 2022, it has Apple Car Play (which my Mrs has an iPhone) But I have a Google Pixel Fold, if I get this adaptor, does this mean I can get my Android Auto then? I saw the Bimmer MMI box that people retrofit but was wondering if this just does the same?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Unfortunately not, your car already requires it (android auto) for it to work

    • @stephenward9468
      @stephenward9468 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CRD90 ah, no worries, I get it now! I'll maybe try the retrofit box 😅

  • @Bhoy_2020
    @Bhoy_2020 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Would this work on a Toyota Aygo 21 model plate ?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not 100% sure bud, would have to check with the manufacturer - usually if your car has android auto it should work.

    • @Bhoy_2020
      @Bhoy_2020 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CRD90 Hi there thanks for the reply I ordered one my car did supported Android Auto then Android Auto stopped working so ordered one will let you know if it works 😃

    • @Bhoy_2020
      @Bhoy_2020 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I bought one of these it was pretty easy to set up, I tried it out yesterday and it works a treat 👍

  • @chinkzsta
    @chinkzsta 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the video. Interesting to see the wireless adapters available on the market. How does it compare to aawireless as I have one on order

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thanks bud! It stacks up pretty well, both have companion apps which make pairing etc a lot easier. AAwireless has been around a lot longer but is also harder to secure and I believe costs a little bit more.
      I have to say though I love how reliable this carsifi version has been.

  • @niallrobertson7844
    @niallrobertson7844 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, I just found this video and wondering would this work on a 2015 car?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It would provided your car already has android auto built in, this would not add the feature on top

  • @theone70one
    @theone70one ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you

  • @andydrew105
    @andydrew105 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    But does your phone internet work?
    For me it says Spotify is offline and I can I only play what I have on offline mode. Same with all my other apps. Or do you pay for the car Hotspot?
    I've tried everything else and just contacted them.
    It runs Android auto through wifi and because of such it doesn't allow my phone to use mobile data because your phone stops using mobile data when it finds a wifi connection.
    Does yours run through Bluetooth only?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I never had this issue, could use Spotify no problem and I've just got the free account so can't use it offline.
      Also I was still able to use my phone for WhatsApp internet etc as normal.

    • @aldigangster123
      @aldigangster123 ปีที่แล้ว

      have you solved this issue? Interested in this too. If it uses WIFI, every phone normally disables mobile data.

    • @andydrew105
      @andydrew105 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@aldigangster123 i got a galaxy s22 and it still connects with wifi and bluetooth together but the phone still uses mobile data so the problem is fixed, I feel like it might be an issue depending on the version of android you are using. My old phone which my comment above deals with was a Huawei p20 pro, that phone would not connect to data when connected to wifi. This device definitely requires wifi and bluetooth to work. Apparently a newer phone too.

    • @aldigangster123
      @aldigangster123 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@andydrew105Thanks! Ok I see. Ordered mine yesterday. Hopefully my phone handles it correctly as well.

  • @pauledwards5864
    @pauledwards5864 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Waste of money it won't hold a connection dont waste your money

  • @knightrcer
    @knightrcer 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Will this work on a 2018 toyota camry without Android auto?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@knightrcer unfortunately not

  • @garry4378
    @garry4378 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Lucky you got one. They aren't shipping them and they keep changing the date. I'm starting to think this is a scam. I'd love to have it but they aren't communicating at all with backers.

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I only communicated via email and on the telegram app. They seemed pretty responsive through those channels.

    • @isaaclarson
      @isaaclarson 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I received mine. It depends on when your original shipment date was on when you will receive.

  • @everydaylifestyle4415
    @everydaylifestyle4415 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mine worked for a one day, and stopped working. It would not initiate the android auto tried the tips they suggested and still wasn't working

  • @michaelrobertson
    @michaelrobertson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If it cost £65.. What sort of customs charges were you hit with? How long did it take to arrive roughly? I'm also based in the UK if you haven't guessed :)

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Mike, thanks for watching bud.
      I managed to get expedited delivery due to offering to film a review on it. Normally you have to pay shipping on top I believe this is still the case.
      For me it took about 2 weeks, fortunately nothing on the customs side.
      Drop me an email/message on Instagram I'm actually looking to sell mine as I've no longer got a use for it (my latest head unit has built in wireless android auto).
      auzzam_crd@hotmail.com
      Or @auzzam_crd

    • @michaelrobertson
      @michaelrobertson 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CRD90 hey man that's awesome, I've just sent you a DM on Instagram and followed you too!

  • @josocalify
    @josocalify 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great review! How does the music sound compared to plugging the phone in by wire?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks bud, it is spot on - no noticeable difference to my ears at least.
      I have noticed sometimes when using the Google assistant (for example reading out text messages) it might drop the odd word etc - but that could just be my phone as it officially doesn't support wireless android auto.

    • @josocalify
      @josocalify 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CRD90 Thank you, Asam! (Hope I spelled that correctly.) In that case, I'm very inclined to get this device. I also like its compact size.
      Carsifi, if you're reading this, fair reviewers like this deserve your support!

  • @brendonmcmillan5589
    @brendonmcmillan5589 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Does anyone know of this works on a vehicle that didn't come with android auto?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nope sorry it would not

  • @nak141
    @nak141 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Salaam bro, nice demo.
    Can you please test this with vivo x fold and check if android auto is working.

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Vlksalam bro, thanks. I've no longer got the unit for testing. I would suggest reading the rest of the comments as it seems some have had issues with their device and support.

  • @KingTheDetailer
    @KingTheDetailer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have an aftermarket android radio running android 10 , I also have fermata , carstream, will this bring up everything I have on my android auto wireless ?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If it shows up through your usb connection then I would expect the behaviour to be the same based on my testing 👌🏽

  • @sibi24omos75
    @sibi24omos75 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi can it work for apple carplay?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hi, not this one, but plenty of others can do that are filmed on my channel 👍🏽

  • @ACCOUNTMJK
    @ACCOUNTMJK 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Zdravím příznivce vozů Ssangyong a hochy z Klubu. Mám Korando v benzínu r.v. 2020. Carsifi jsem si koupi, čekal jsem 12 dní na dodání. Instalace je na 10 minut, schováte to v prostoru nad nabíjecí podložkou, sednete a spojení s infotaimentem je do 20 sekund. Kdo se chce zbavit otravného káblíku objednejte si Carsifi . Je 100% spolehlivý. Zdravím člen klubu ,,mirokoudy".

  • @AntoineFinch
    @AntoineFinch ปีที่แล้ว

    Would this work with a Phoenix P6 Telsa style radio?

  • @demetriosmirissis7769
    @demetriosmirissis7769 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Many of these adaptors have reported fast battery drain on your phone. Has anyone found this on the Cardifi adaptor?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mine used up about 50% for two hours gps and Spotify use

  • @RSAsalafi
    @RSAsalafi ปีที่แล้ว

    Does it work with an iPhone 13?

  • @ThePartymen69
    @ThePartymen69 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I got it today after almost 4 months and tried to install it on my 2019 Seat Leon ST according to the instructions but it doesn't work .... I'm very disappointed....

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Have you tried reach out to them? And enable the settings I shared in the video.
      Their support is pretty good I have no doubt they'll work with you to resolve it.

    • @ThePartymen69
      @ThePartymen69 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CRD90 Yes, I did it as described and also activated the developer option, but there is no connection. I wrote to the carsifi but I only got a description of how to proceed, which is no help for me. best regards

    • @ThePartymen69
      @ThePartymen69 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@CRD90 Soo....it works after 3 hours of trying out the settings....I'm happy 😎

  • @christopherpascual6754
    @christopherpascual6754 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is this compatible to toyota avensis 2016? Thanks!

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not 100% sure bud, would have to check with the manufacturer - usually if your car has android auto it should work

  • @carmelotreviso
    @carmelotreviso 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My car does not have android Auto. Does this push android auto from my Android phone to my touch screen on 2017 Infiniti QX30?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Unfortunately not, your car already needs to have wireless android auto.
      If your car has carplay, then you could use the ottocast 2in1 adapter that I have another video of on my channel 👍🏽 - that would give you android auto via the carplay interface

    • @carmelotreviso
      @carmelotreviso 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CRD90 Unfortunately Car Play is not an option as well.

    • @flextefitness4954
      @flextefitness4954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CRD90 do you mean your car has to have wired Android auto? I'm assuming Wireless was a typo?

    • @carmelotreviso
      @carmelotreviso 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @CRD it doesn't have either wired or wireless. Only thing I could find was the NAVI setup which requires a $500 module that would require removing the console and plugging it into the head unit and adding a dedicated USB port to connect phone to. I thought with this I would just connect it to my phone and use Bluetooth

    • @carmelotreviso
      @carmelotreviso 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@flextefitness4954 Top Road has an 8.8 display with all this built into display. Yes it's $300 but it works.

  • @n1kkri
    @n1kkri 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm confused if it will work on a Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge 8.1 OS. Also, does it connect by connecting the adapter to my bluetooth? Does the device require internet access? Will I still be able to use my cell phone for calls and internet browsing as well running an app on the phone?

    • @justinbaratheon4686
      @justinbaratheon4686 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're driving why would you need go use internet on your phone 😅

  • @ozisharks2443
    @ozisharks2443 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How did you find the battery drain on your phone using this?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nothing substantial, worked pretty well over multiple 2 hour journeys would never go below 50-60% from a full charge

  • @richscott2483
    @richscott2483 ปีที่แล้ว

    Long Boot Up time of 46 Seconds and you said 30 seconds. from video record time 7:06 to 7:52. It works well but SLOW.

  • @dejavoo5592
    @dejavoo5592 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    does it work for chinese stereos or only original stereos?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching! - it should work provided your stereo has a wired android auto connection

  • @davidjhee5001
    @davidjhee5001 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How long did it take to receive your adapter, once you received the shipping email?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      About a week or two bud. That was to the UK.
      I believe it ships from China or at least that's what the tracking made it look like

    • @davidjhee5001
      @davidjhee5001 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CRD90 Thanks! Just got my shipping email, looking forward to using it~

    • @Johnasmith99
      @Johnasmith99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@davidjhee5001 How long from the time you ordered till you got the shipping notification?

    • @davidjhee5001
      @davidjhee5001 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Johnasmith99 I got my shipping email on 3/6, placed order on 3/7. Order shipped on 3/23 and still waiting to receive

  • @ian5587
    @ian5587 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is there lag when talking on the phone? I've heard the lag these devices cause can make phone conversations troublesome.

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Not noticed any myself. I've just heard Google assistant break up every now and then when reading a message out. Phone calls have been fine for me.

  • @eel_h_j
    @eel_h_j 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Will this work with a head unit with touch screen without android auto built in (wired)?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Unfortunately not, it requires an Android auto wired connection

    • @eel_h_j
      @eel_h_j 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CRD90 do you have any ways to get android auto on a screen? Sorry if it is a dumb question.

    • @draggedtv6888
      @draggedtv6888 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@eel_h_j new head unit of course. Sony XAV-AX3000 series and up is a great and affordable unit. you can buy them from Audio shops for ~250 don't get it online you will be getting jipped

    • @eel_h_j
      @eel_h_j 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@draggedtv6888 I just googled. It looks like a really good recommendation! Thank you so much!

    • @draggedtv6888
      @draggedtv6888 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@eel_h_j no problem, I have one myself if you have the extra $ to spend I would get the 5000 or above as they have a much better touchscreen. My dad has the 5600 I have the 3000 they're both great head units only real difference is the 3000 can be less responsive, but both are great and I even run all 4 speakers and my tweeters (all aftermarket) on the preamp. Great choice.

  • @SaidAlRashdi
    @SaidAlRashdi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Carsifi is a big scam, they sent me a faulty device and support is ignoring me. Please be careful dealing with them.

  • @yumemirutenshi
    @yumemirutenshi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    how's the battery drain using this?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nothing major, have used it for 1-2 hours on a full mobile charge. My mobile is usually 60% or so after

    • @yumemirutenshi
      @yumemirutenshi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CRD90 sounds the same as AAWireless. thanks!

  • @mikelebouef7918
    @mikelebouef7918 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If your auto keeps power to your USB after ignition is off for 10 min or longer, don't buy. Your phone will keep trying to bluetooth connect and the interferes with your home wifi. Phone will eventually kick the dongle out of pairing mode and you start all over. In short. Don't buy if you media usb still charges after you turn automobile off.

    • @markfll
      @markfll 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The AAwireless dongle has an option for this in the companion app. Start/Stop. I have it disabled due to my USB port loses power after locking the doors.

    • @kdsmclife7080
      @kdsmclife7080 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Also, I believe Carsifi just added an option to control this in their latest update?

  • @mikesebastian3582
    @mikesebastian3582 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do NOT buy this. Save your money. Im on my second one. Wont connect with my S22 Ultra

  • @stevedewsnap2128
    @stevedewsnap2128 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    No where near as good as AA Wirless Dongle. I have both. AAWireless dongle works first time every time.

    • @aaronslattery5615
      @aaronslattery5615 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Does aawireless connect any faster? What specifically do you like more about aawireless?

    • @stevedewsnap2128
      @stevedewsnap2128 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@aaronslattery5615 yes AA Wirless dos connect about 10 seconds quicker to connect. The companion app has lots of features especially with 2.0 out now for beta testers. No more issues connecting to the last phone that AA Wirless Dongle was co connected too. It's much more stable than the Carsifi I find. Better product overall IMO.
      I've since sold my carsifi. Also there is much better tech support for AA Wirless if you need it.
      On Indigogo AAWIRELESS is cheaper and the team are much more active with updates etc and will answer more questions than Carsifi just my opinion though. I think you would be surprised how good AA Wirless Dongle is. I would like you to do a comparison side by side.

  • @jamie_ar
    @jamie_ar ปีที่แล้ว

    "It just works!!!"
    It clearly doesn't though does it...

  • @TheDbrewer31
    @TheDbrewer31 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The magic button is suppose to change between a 1st and 2nd phone. Rather then disconnecting your Bluetooth on one phone, your suppose to be able to press the button to switch over to the other phone. I'm still waiting to get mine so I'm not sure how well that feature works.

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thanks bud found this out after filming, pleased to report it works pretty well 👌🏽

    • @m4l490n
      @m4l490n 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CRD90 what works pretty well? The two-phone setup? I'm really interested on this feature.

  • @gregbowtle5157
    @gregbowtle5157 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks so much was about to bin this as a piece of junk. 2021 Hyundai ioniq electric. Had to select the accesory option for usb connection mode before turning off intercept AA protocol

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Glad the video helped bud :)

  • @tjw52x
    @tjw52x ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So, does your car actually need to have Android Auto included in the Infotainment system for this to work?

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep

  • @coopercav
    @coopercav 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Works great on my Astra, but on my Haval Jolion I get frequent disconnections & not the only one. Support could only suggest upgrading which I've already done & no further reply or help after 8 days of waiting, so a little disappointed being an origional backer...

  • @CorvusCorax_0x0
    @CorvusCorax_0x0 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    No my experience. The key moment in the review is "once it connects..." but getting it to connect most of the time feels like passing through 9 circles of hell. No matter what combination of settings I used and whatever version of firmware I had flashed, getting it to connect was a pain. So I had to return mine as it was so unreliable to the point of being useless.

  • @iangeorge8177
    @iangeorge8177 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hoping mine arrives tomorrow. At $89 plus $18 shipping to the UK it's a bit closer to £80 than £65, but looks encouraging. I've asked them to add the feature of optional disconnecting the car GPS antenna when using navigation, but no indication as yet if they will.

    • @iangeorge8177
      @iangeorge8177 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      For info and leaving out the painful bit about my local dealer and the limitations of the VAG warranty and the Motor Ombudsman, my head unit has developed a fault with its GPS receiver resulting in it getting a bit lost at times. As it turns out, when using Android Auto, the phone uses the GPS positioning from the car antenna through the head unit rather than the internal GPS on the phone.
      This means that switching to Android Auto navigation is no better than using the navigation built into the Skoda head unit. Which GPS to use isn't selectable on the phone.
      As the head unit is £3500 plus fitting (and probably plus VAT), that's not an option, so it would be great if the GPS link between head unit and phone could be broken in some way that the phone uses its own.

  • @harvsahota9476
    @harvsahota9476 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review! Just got my Carsifi today, did you have issues using 2 apps. Playing music via Spotify and using Waze navigation? When I use Waze by itself its fine but when using with Spotify Waze stops and freezes

    • @CRD90
      @CRD90  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks bro, I haven't used Waze as I use Google maps. When using Spotify and Google maps I experienced no issues 👍

    • @harvsahota9476
      @harvsahota9476 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CRD90 Thanks bro I'll try Google maps next time and see if there's any issues, again thanks 👍🏽