This thing solves my gripes about the Motorola ma1. Removable cord so I can mount it out of the way instead of hanging from a dongle, and the option to shut off when my phone disconnects from the car, brilliant! My garage is close to my living room, so the Motorola can be aggravating. Gonna have to switch. Thanks for the great info!
@@TechnicallyJeff I really appreciate the follow up, but I bought and installed mine already. Very happy with it. I'm the one that put it in with the right angle usb extension and mounted it in the footwell.
@@TechnicallyJeff I just ordered 90 degree usb adapters to move my motorola ma1 out of the way but after seeing the connect on bluetooth thing ordering the Carsifi as that is a big downside. I was considering ordering the AAWireless because I know that can update it's firmware, I'd guess Carsifi can as well since it has an app but curious if you know about that. Also thanks for the coupon code. Any issues swiching b/w phones with the button after some use? My MA1 was giving me issues, I had to unplug and re-plug it in twice this weekend when my wife and I were both in the car, button worked fine previously.
I have been using this one for about a month now in Canada. It's much better than having to plug it in all the time. I usually keep my phone in my pocket so this is great. Music sounds pretty good and it is very responsive.
What's the audio quality compared to plugging in the USB directly to the phone or using an aux cord? That's the one thing that makes me hesitant to get one of the boxes.
Thanks for the video. Do the steering wheel buttons all work when playing music (volume, skipping tracks)? And have you tested the button on the unit for swapping between two phone connections?
Yep the steering wheel buttons still work fine. And yes we've swapped between my wife's phone and mine and it seems to work fine. I did end up disabling the start/stop when connecting to Bluetooth because the EV6 does power down the port after a few minutes. When that was on, the start stop worked but to switch we had to turn off Bluetooth on one of our phones so it wasn't trying to connect.
Does the connection work if you cannot first connect the car wired? I have also second question: I have problem with Skoda and Samsung working together. I have heard it's about cable connection as my older phone is working fine. Do you have any tips which cables would work to fix this problem? Samsungs own cable isn't working sadly.
It should as long as the car recognizes the Carsifi as Android Auto when it is plugged in, which it should. As for cables, honestly I use Samsung. They are the most reliable I've found. They do wear out though. How old is your cable? And have you tried cleaning your phone's charging port?
Hi Jeff, thanks for the review. One question, can you listen to your built in SXM radio while using AA Google map? I tried an Ottocast U2X-Pro and could not do it. The Ottocast was connected ( viewed) as a Media connected device (on a Kona EV) and you had to use one or the other but not both simultaneously. I tried with both Split screen and not with same result. Returned the thing and got back to pluging the phone through USB and all is fine.
Hi Jeff, I've been using the adapter for a while now in an XV Subaru 2021 model. I don't know why at times the adapter disconnect from the phone, or it freezes. The only way to get it going again is to switch engine off and start again. I've contacted Carsifi customer service and was told to reset and start the connection process from the start. I have couple times, but all failed. I'm hoping you can assist me further. Cheers.
Hey I'm sorry to hear you're having issues. I personally haven't had any connection issues with my Carsifi unit. For troubleshooting - a couple of questions. Do you have "intercept AA protocol" selected? If so, try tuning it off. Have you tried using different wifi channels? Sometimes that can impact it. You could also try forcing 2.4 ghz. What phone are you using it with?
@@TechnicallyJeff, Thanks for your prompt reply Jeff. I'm using an S20 FE Samsung, intercept AA protocol is always off, 2.4ghz is on. I was driving today, 10 minutes on the road, lost connection. I'm using the original cable that came w the adapter. Has been an exasperating experience for me last numerous months 😔
Can you still use the wireless charger to charge your phone while this is connected? I've read on some devices it often will drop Bluetooth connection if using the charge pad.
Looks great, I'm curious if this would work with a MG ZS 2020, it has Apple car play, although no Android Auto. So I am looking for an adaptor that would make this possible to run Android Auto on this car?
Interesting. You likely need something like the One Car Stereo AI Box that I reviewed. It uses the Apple Carplay protocol to allow you to watch movies and things like that on the screen. It also has built in wireless apple carplay and android auto. I'm not sure if it uses the Apple Carplay protocol for Android Auto though.
Great video. Would be helpful to see how long it takes to connect from starting up. Also I have a full android ai box hooked up to my EV6 and my biggest gripe is the voice assistant button on the steering wheel doesn’t work as seamlessly as it does when hard wired.
Honestly it's powered up and connected by the time I'm belted. Since it's always plugged in, as soon at the vehicle is unlocked the phone connects via Bluetooth, the device powers on, and the android auto connection is started. I haven't had any voice assistant issues either.
I have the Motorola MA1 and will be returning it because every time I play music, it skips ever 30 seconds or so. Does this skip during music playback? I have the Samsung S20FE. Thanks.
Thanks for the review. Did you get a successful connection with a second phone? I'm struggling to get wireless Android Auto to work with my partner's phone. The carsifi always picks my phone Pixel 7pro. The double tap magic button disconnects android auto from pixel7pro for a minute and tries to connect to my partner's phone Samsung Note 9 but fails and then picks up my phone again.
@@TechnicallyJeff Yes carsifi app is installed in her phone. It also shows both our phones are paired to the app. Her phone just won't run wireless Android Auto. Carsifi always picks my phone even when i don't want it to.
Sorry I just browsed through your video quickly. Does this adapter work with your stereo's stock Android Auto or does it use it's own Android Auto overlay once plugged in? Thank you.
Great review.I’m tempted to get one.The Euro EV6 shuts down it’s USB ports a few minutes after the car is switched off to protect the 12v battery.Is this not the case on North American models?
@@TechnicallyJeff Still waiting for my Amp to be replaced so no point yet.Do you use the wireless charger with it? Is the charger able to keep up with WiFi use?
Oh bummer. Hopefully you get it soon. Eh I typically use the super fast charging USB-C port for charging when needed. The wireless charger is able to keep up, but many times the phone gets fairly warm.
Dont you think the wire option is better as it charges your phone at the same time. Little inconvenience plugging and unplugging the phone. Your comments the other draw back of using wired compare to wireless. Thanks
Personally I find it inconvenient to have to plug in every time to use it. About 75% of the time I don't need to charge my phone in the car. When I do, I plug in to the USB-C port which charges it MUCH faster.
Has anyone tried an Apple CarPlay adaptor on a 2022 EV6? Amazon lists a Carlinkit unit with mixed reviews (including a claim that it worked with a Kia Niro)
It will always been on whenever it's plugged into power. The EV6 power port turns off after about 5 min if the doors are locked and it's not plugged in.
@@TechnicallyJeff I just installed mine and it works well. Will the adapter continue to draw power from the 12V battery even if the car is turned off + doors locked? I'm concerned about the adapter draining the 12V battery. Thanks.
The best thing to use is a phone with a busted screen and no SIM card. Plug it in. Turn its Wi-Fi. Turn on YOUR hotspot and connect. Works great except for phone calls. Maps. I heart radio. Waze. Etc
@@TechnicallyJeff full screen = full screen. This is split screen. The right part is always there with Android Auto. It cant have complete acces to the screen
That's part of android auto when you have a widescreen radio. No way around that without changing the resolution in the android auto settings to lower resolution.
Yeah, I'm regretting my purchase. Dang thing doesn't connect. I have to unplug and plug it back in in order to get it connected. After that it's pretty solid, but annoying. I have a Samsung Fold 2. Tried different settings, USB, Connect w/ Bluetooth but nothing helps.
What vehicle do you have? Did you happen to push the "magic button"? Maybe it's trying to connect to another phone? I've had virtually no issues with mine on my S22 Ultra. I'm curious what the issue could be. EDIT: Checking the settings, do you have "auto connect on startup" checked in the app? Don't use the start/stop based on bluetooth car name. Make sure disable intercept aa protocol is unchecked too. And do the default usb connection mode.
@@TechnicallyJeff I have my connect with car BT enabled for my EV6. Otherwise it connects to the dongle as soon as I am inside my home but within 10 meters away.
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This thing solves my gripes about the Motorola ma1. Removable cord so I can mount it out of the way instead of hanging from a dongle, and the option to shut off when my phone disconnects from the car, brilliant! My garage is close to my living room, so the Motorola can be aggravating. Gonna have to switch. Thanks for the great info!
Glad to help! Yes this definitely work well for you!
Just wanted to follow up - got them to offer a promo code TECHJEFF for $7 off 👍
@@TechnicallyJeff I really appreciate the follow up, but I bought and installed mine already. Very happy with it. I'm the one that put it in with the right angle usb extension and mounted it in the footwell.
@@benhauber1979 oh gotcha. Yeah that is a nice setup!
@@TechnicallyJeff I just ordered 90 degree usb adapters to move my motorola ma1 out of the way but after seeing the connect on bluetooth thing ordering the Carsifi as that is a big downside. I was considering ordering the AAWireless because I know that can update it's firmware, I'd guess Carsifi can as well since it has an app but curious if you know about that. Also thanks for the coupon code. Any issues swiching b/w phones with the button after some use? My MA1 was giving me issues, I had to unplug and re-plug it in twice this weekend when my wife and I were both in the car, button worked fine previously.
I have been using this one for about a month now in Canada. It's much better than having to plug it in all the time. I usually keep my phone in my pocket so this is great. Music sounds pretty good and it is very responsive.
Awesome! Yeah it's been working very well for me too.
What's the audio quality compared to plugging in the USB directly to the phone or using an aux cord? That's the one thing that makes me hesitant to get one of the boxes.
Honestly I don't hear a difference at all. Sounds great.
Cable has always better audio quality. No questions asked. I tested it in several different cars. 😉
Thanks for the video. Do the steering wheel buttons all work when playing music (volume, skipping tracks)? And have you tested the button on the unit for swapping between two phone connections?
Yep the steering wheel buttons still work fine. And yes we've swapped between my wife's phone and mine and it seems to work fine. I did end up disabling the start/stop when connecting to Bluetooth because the EV6 does power down the port after a few minutes. When that was on, the start stop worked but to switch we had to turn off Bluetooth on one of our phones so it wasn't trying to connect.
Does the connection work if you cannot first connect the car wired?
I have also second question: I have problem with Skoda and Samsung working together. I have heard it's about cable connection as my older phone is working fine. Do you have any tips which cables would work to fix this problem? Samsungs own cable isn't working sadly.
It should as long as the car recognizes the Carsifi as Android Auto when it is plugged in, which it should. As for cables, honestly I use Samsung. They are the most reliable I've found. They do wear out though. How old is your cable? And have you tried cleaning your phone's charging port?
Hi Jeff, thanks for the review. One question, can you listen to your built in SXM radio while using AA Google map? I tried an Ottocast U2X-Pro and could not do it. The Ottocast was connected ( viewed) as a Media connected device (on a Kona EV) and you had to use one or the other but not both simultaneously. I tried with both Split screen and not with same result. Returned the thing and got back to pluging the phone through USB and all is fine.
Hey yes you can listen to whatever media you want, even with Android Auto running. I use FM sometimes, but SXM works too.
Would you mind to measure the exact time from starting the car to Android auto is open and fully running.
Yeah I'll check for you. It's pretty fast though. It's usually up by the time the car is on since it starts getting power once it's unlocked.
Hi Jeff,
I've been using the adapter for a while now in an XV Subaru 2021 model. I don't know why at times the adapter disconnect from the phone, or it freezes. The only way to get it going again is to switch engine off and start again. I've contacted Carsifi customer service and was told to reset and start the connection process from the start. I have couple times, but all failed. I'm hoping you can assist me further. Cheers.
Hey I'm sorry to hear you're having issues. I personally haven't had any connection issues with my Carsifi unit. For troubleshooting - a couple of questions. Do you have "intercept AA protocol" selected? If so, try tuning it off. Have you tried using different wifi channels? Sometimes that can impact it. You could also try forcing 2.4 ghz. What phone are you using it with?
@@TechnicallyJeff, Thanks for your prompt reply Jeff. I'm using an S20 FE Samsung, intercept AA protocol is always off, 2.4ghz is on. I was driving today, 10 minutes on the road, lost connection. I'm using the original cable that came w the adapter. Has been an exasperating experience for me last numerous months 😔
Have you tried turning off the 2.4 ghz? It's not as good of a connection.
Can you still use the wireless charger to charge your phone while this is connected? I've read on some devices it often will drop Bluetooth connection if using the charge pad.
Yes you can still use the wireless charger. Some phones do get fairly hot though.
Thanks for the Video...
Will this only work with "Android head units" or
Any "Head Units" ( Wired Android auto enabled)?
It will work with any head unit that has wired Android Auto
Looks great,
I'm curious if this would work with a MG ZS 2020, it has Apple car play, although no Android Auto. So I am looking for an adaptor that would make this possible to run Android Auto on this car?
Interesting. You likely need something like the One Car Stereo AI Box that I reviewed. It uses the Apple Carplay protocol to allow you to watch movies and things like that on the screen. It also has built in wireless apple carplay and android auto. I'm not sure if it uses the Apple Carplay protocol for Android Auto though.
@@TechnicallyJeff Thanks mate, appreciate it.
Happy to help!
Great video. Would be helpful to see how long it takes to connect from starting up. Also I have a full android ai box hooked up to my EV6 and my biggest gripe is the voice assistant button on the steering wheel doesn’t work as seamlessly as it does when hard wired.
Honestly it's powered up and connected by the time I'm belted. Since it's always plugged in, as soon at the vehicle is unlocked the phone connects via Bluetooth, the device powers on, and the android auto connection is started. I haven't had any voice assistant issues either.
It does not work with my 2021 Kona 😢. I can’t even update the newly downloaded firmware (error: "wifi creds status: null")
Hmm it should work the exact same way. Maybe reach out to their support?
I have the Motorola MA1 and will be returning it because every time I play music, it skips ever 30 seconds or so. Does this skip during music playback? I have the Samsung S20FE. Thanks.
Really? Interesting. I've had no issue with skipping music.
@@TechnicallyJeff thanks for the feedback. I'll order this and give it a shot.
Sounds good. Let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks for the review. Did you get a successful connection with a second phone? I'm struggling to get wireless Android Auto to work with my partner's phone. The carsifi always picks my phone Pixel 7pro. The double tap magic button disconnects android auto from pixel7pro for a minute and tries to connect to my partner's phone Samsung Note 9 but fails and then picks up my phone again.
Hmm that's weird. Yes it connects to my wife's fine. Does that other phone have the app?
@@TechnicallyJeff Yes carsifi app is installed in her phone. It also shows both our phones are paired to the app. Her phone just won't run wireless Android Auto. Carsifi always picks my phone even when i don't want it to.
Hmm has it ever worked? That's weird.
@@TechnicallyJeff nope, wireless Android Auto never worked with her phone. Wired android auto works fine though.
Is it enabled in the android auto settings?
Is people have overheating and often disconnect issue ?
Not that I've heard. I've had neither.
Hi, thanks for the video.
Do you use a cover for the piano black?
On the console? I actually have a wind which is the brushed look. I like it much more.
@@TechnicallyJeff Thanks, here in Spain, Air version has piano black on the console, ggrrr
@@ernestomartin3981 oh bummer yeah that piano black is so shiny
My Android Auto doesn't have an option to 'Add wireless projection to settings" when I'm in the development menu.
Mine doesn't say it anymore either. It just has a button to select wireless Android Auto now
@@TechnicallyJeff ugh. Upgraded my phone and now I can't get my carsifi to work
Oh no... May have to do a factory reset of it.
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If it has wired android auto, it should work.
Sorry I just browsed through your video quickly. Does this adapter work with your stereo's stock Android Auto or does it use it's own Android Auto overlay once plugged in? Thank you.
It works with the stock android auto. It just converts it to wireless.
@@TechnicallyJeff Thank you!
@@alb.4089 No problem!
Will it work with fly audio
If it has wired Android Auto it should
Just bought one thanks for the information 😀
Happy to help!
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Thank you!
Great review.I’m tempted to get one.The Euro EV6 shuts down it’s USB ports a few minutes after the car is switched off to protect the 12v battery.Is this not the case on North American models?
You should get one! Actually I've found the usb port does power off as long as the car is locked and not plugged in.
@@TechnicallyJeff Still waiting for my Amp to be replaced so no point yet.Do you use the wireless charger with it? Is the charger able to keep up with WiFi use?
Oh bummer. Hopefully you get it soon. Eh I typically use the super fast charging USB-C port for charging when needed. The wireless charger is able to keep up, but many times the phone gets fairly warm.
Just wanted to follow up - got them to offer a promo code TECHJEFF for $7 off 👍
@@TechnicallyJeff Cheers Jeff,just ordered one for when my Amp gets fixed.
Dont you think the wire option is better as it charges your phone at the same time. Little inconvenience plugging and unplugging the phone. Your comments the other draw back of using wired compare to wireless. Thanks
Personally I find it inconvenient to have to plug in every time to use it. About 75% of the time I don't need to charge my phone in the car. When I do, I plug in to the USB-C port which charges it MUCH faster.
Has anyone tried an Apple CarPlay adaptor on a 2022 EV6? Amazon lists a Carlinkit unit with mixed reviews (including a claim that it worked with a Kia Niro)
I personally haven't but I know there are a few out there. Carlinkit is very popular. I'm just an android guy.
It is normal that the Carsifi is always On ( green light) when the car not working?
It will always been on whenever it's plugged into power. The EV6 power port turns off after about 5 min if the doors are locked and it's not plugged in.
@@TechnicallyJeff I just installed mine and it works well. Will the adapter continue to draw power from the 12V battery even if the car is turned off + doors locked? I'm concerned about the adapter draining the 12V battery. Thanks.
Good job!
Thank you!
Thank you
Of course
Can you make a phone call with it?
Yeah Android Auto allows calls
The best thing to use is a phone with a busted screen and no SIM card. Plug it in. Turn its Wi-Fi. Turn on YOUR hotspot and connect. Works great except for phone calls. Maps. I heart radio. Waze. Etc
Eh that was an option, but this is so inexpensive now, I definitely think it's the way to go.
Weird. My USB-A port is on the right side...
Yeah? 🤔 Are you in the USA?
@@TechnicallyJeff Actually I'm just dumb. I looked again and it is the same as yours.
haha no problem
As long as it has not a full screen, it aint worth is.
What do you mean? Android Auto is full screen...
@@TechnicallyJeff full screen = full screen. This is split screen.
The right part is always there with Android Auto. It cant have complete acces to the screen
That's part of android auto when you have a widescreen radio. No way around that without changing the resolution in the android auto settings to lower resolution.
@@TechnicallyJeff AI Box is the solution. At least you can watch Netflix, Amazon etc with it.
Don't waste your money this device won't hold a connection
Oh yeah? I've had no issues. I haven't heard of any real issues with it. What phone do you have?
Yeah, I'm regretting my purchase. Dang thing doesn't connect. I have to unplug and plug it back in in order to get it connected. After that it's pretty solid, but annoying. I have a Samsung Fold 2. Tried different settings, USB, Connect w/ Bluetooth but nothing helps.
What vehicle do you have? Did you happen to push the "magic button"? Maybe it's trying to connect to another phone? I've had virtually no issues with mine on my S22 Ultra. I'm curious what the issue could be. EDIT: Checking the settings, do you have "auto connect on startup" checked in the app? Don't use the start/stop based on bluetooth car name. Make sure disable intercept aa protocol is unchecked too. And do the default usb connection mode.
@@TechnicallyJeff I have my connect with car BT enabled for my EV6. Otherwise it connects to the dongle as soon as I am inside my home but within 10 meters away.
@@rogerthat24 yeah mine does that too but if the car is locked and not plugged in, the USB port powers down so I don't have to worry about it.