01-22-2019, 06:17 AM | #23 |
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DeeO, please add me to your interested list.
Does anyone know if you can run carplay for video (maps, phone, etc) interface while using traditional FM radio for audio simultaneously using this kit? Last edited by SimSimmah; 01-22-2019 at 06:39 AM.. |
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PM maddog99 for more info, as I have yet to install mine.
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You CANNOT run your stock radio while using this install. You are using the aux input & cant switch out of that. BUT you CAN have the iheart radio app & pull in stations through carplay. Or listen to music, podcasts, etc, while also doing maps etc. Also, I find the audio superior to BT streaming from the phone. BUT you have to turn your manual aux volume level down 2 clicks from the mid point (on your stock system) to ensure a clean/pure signal when amplified. |
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01-22-2019, 01:09 PM | #29 |
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Once in the Carplay you get full carplay, but NONE of the stock features. Thats true on all Carplay installs BTW.
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01-22-2019, 01:11 PM | #30 | |
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And if they did a simple adapter would fix it. |
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01-22-2019, 01:18 PM | #31 |
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If you live in rainy areas, dont install the secondary microphone (yes you need one, it is provided, and Im told its clearer than my OEM BMW mic by others) next to the windshield. I did this to hide it (middle consule area at the top) but it picks up windshield wiper noise lol. Simple fix but heads up... CJM |
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01-22-2019, 01:34 PM | #32 |
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Both GM (2018 CUE) & MOPAR (2018 UConnect) allow for a combination of functions on their OEM CarPlay integrations. AM/FM/XM audio via the head unit + full features of CarPlay simultaneously. Should you choose to use CarPlay for audio as well, it'll switch over. I was just hoping for the same functionality in this unit, but I understand why that cannot happen based on how the system is designed.
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01-22-2019, 01:59 PM | #33 |
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How does the factory backup camera work when in Carplay? Since the carplay unit also has an input for aftermarket camera, I was thinking about adding a 2nd camera in the hatch. That way the factory camera keeps dynamic parking lines and aftermarket camera works at night (mine is pre lci).
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Added! We are now at 8 tentative buyers. We can qualify for the $285 discount with a minimum of 10 people. If we fall short, it becomes $299 plus shipping to you.
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Added! So unless someone changes their mind, we now qualify for $285 plus shipping. All funds need to be collected by me on or before Jan. 29, 2019. PayPal or Venmo will be used to collect money for this group buy.
I will now PM everyone on the list, please provide your email for request of payment through PayPal or Venmo.
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DO Remember: The the $14 Anker MFi certified apple cable! Doesnt have to be Anker, but must be MFi or your system may lag or drop. Thats not a system issue, its a cable issue... |
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Thanks maddog! I appreciate the technical support for others as I am still waiting to install mine. Hopefully we can pull off this group buy. It's not easy to organize, and I'm not making any money off this either!
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that is a deal breaker for me.. I love how the X5 sounds and I love how my phone/bt is working for voice calls. I am 100% sure unichip/carplay can't beat that.. Also another issue is you can't enter the address, only say it or have it in your favorites.. |
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01-23-2019, 01:46 PM | #42 | |
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You are limited to the full functionality of Carplay: ie: all of whats in there, none of what isnt. Im pretty demanding of music & podcast ease of use, & I LOVE THIS. But it may not be right for you. - The audio quality is better than BT. (as noted, I turned off my BT connection to the car in my iphone now as having it wired & BT connected will cause drop outs, it gets confuzzled). I cant emphasize how important that is to me as I have the upgraded sound package as well. AND other solutions, like AVIN, have CRAP sound running through the Aux. thats both because of poor processing script on board & BAD hardware. This has none of those issues. - I actually changed my music streaming subscription from Amazon to Apple. This allows me to give Siri commands: Play Prince! Play 80's HipHop! Play bossanova! etc & it just does it whether its a playlist or not. I love that. - Calls are from the unichip mic, & Ive been told by others its better sound quality now then when doing on my OEM system previously. I have mine mounted/hidden real nicely in the upper middle area. - I love how I can tell Siri to call anyone in 1 step & she does it! BMW system is 2-3 steps & you have to be exact. this is so much better IMO. - I activate siri from the stearing wheel. total integration. In Short: I feel like my perfectly awesome 2013, Dinan tuned, X5 is now 2019. There was nothing mechanically wrong w/ my car & the only shortcoming it had: crap telematics/infotainment is now fixed! Google maps w/ real time google traffic! Push a button & tell SIRI where to take me, and able to use slang without exact addresses? Thats huge to me. |
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01-23-2019, 02:59 PM | #43 | |
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Unless you tell me that the music quality is better from the phone connected via the cable.. I doubt that.. but maybe it is? anyone knows? I had AVIN and it is piece of junk. Maybe I just got a bad unit, it was freezing and crashing ALL the time, leaving me with a blank screen. I did not intend to play music from it because you can still use your head unit for that while running AVIN. So, is it really that good - this carplay music quality vs usb drive connected to the head unit? Voice quality is good, that is good to know, thanks for sharing! Waze works too, right? I use Waze all the time in the car. It is just saying the instructions via the speakerphone while I listen to the head unit music and if I need to look at the map - I have my OE navigation on the screen all the time. So what is the sequence of things you need to do when you start a trip: - hook up the phone, - start the carplay - start the music? - start google maps - tell Siri where you want to go? something like that? what happens if you are navigating and you get a call? after the call - do you get back to the nav screen? what about parking camera? I heard it is switching it off very quickly when you shift to D so if you are trying to park you have to manually push the camera button to keep it on? |
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I like having streaming services ready so there is variety on tap, but that might not be your style. To compare your USB to this solution Id suggest get an adapter cable & plug your iphone into the aux in 3.5mm jack & see how that compares. That is what this is ultimately. Sequence is: Turn on Car Long press Menu button to "switch" to teh box / carplay. Carplay auto launches on phone & in car once cable connected. Then Ill hit my mic button & tell siri where im going. And do that again & tell her what podcast I want to listen to. Then I have the map up on the display w/ traffic info while listenting to music or podcast. Any calls or texts show up & I can answer via the jog dial (or pass on them). |
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