How To Add Wireless Apple CarPlay To Your Jeep like the 2024 Wrangler
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- čas přidán 27. 05. 2023
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How To Add Wireless CarPlay To Your Jeep like the 2024 Wrangler
One of the biggest features on the 2024 Jeep Wrangler is the addition of Wireless CarPlay. In this video we found a simple solution from Amazon that can allow you to use wireless Apple CarPlay in your Jeep Wrangler. Let us know what you think!
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So, I’ve been using this for about a week now. I started off with it located in my center console like in the video. I noticed some periodic disruptions when playing music. Today I relocated it to the useless “cubby” under the window controls on the dash and plugged into that USB-A. No issues so far! It is a great mod, and I’m glad I have it. Thanks again for the recommendation Matt!
Good to hear!
Came straight here to check out which one you bought to be sure I buy a good and tested one. Thanks for the upload and review. Really appreciate it!
You got it!
Love to see the one month later review. Thinking about getting one but I don’t mind plugging in because I usually have to charge my phone anyway 😂
Will do!
@@DIRTROADCRED Is it time for that review yet? I picked one up and found that I don't have power to my console usb so I am on my way out to the driveway to figure that one out. Plugged in to to dash USB it works fine.
Can't wait for the month review.... This is something that will work well in my JL and the wife's JT!!!! THANKS MATT!!!
Will do my friend!
I bought one with the link! Been wanting one as well but been too lazy to research myself. Thanks!
Awesome!
Hey Matt, don’t necessarily need this as I usually charge my phone for longer trips. But I bought one anyway via the link to help your channel. I’ll test it out on my way down to Georgia this weekend. Thanks for all you do. Keep it going.
Thanks Ryan! Let us know your thoughts on it
Great video!! Just ordered ours for my JT. Amazon had a $20 coupon as well so was $85 after taxes!
Awesome!
Installed today. Works great even with multiple phones.
Awesome to see!
Thanks guys... I've been putting off on researching this for a while. I absolutely despise having to plug/unplug my phone every time. Just gonna take your word for it and buy.
We are gonna really test it out over the next month! Right now we are impressed.
Would this work in a 2023 gladiator high altitude?
@@hb6187 There's no reason it wouldn't as long as you're still on UConnect 4.
Same here, waiting for the update!! Really more reviews on sound quality with it activated vs. not activated!
Will do!
I have the AA Wireless unit on my 2019 Jeep GC and it works great. I'm looking forward to the '24 Wrangler having it integrated.
Same here!
Good was looking for something quite like this..will check for the update as how it performs
Thanks George !
Thanks for researching and sharing!
Thanks Dawn!
This is awesome thanks guys..
Thanks Shaun!
This is perfect for the trail when getting on and off to take pictures.. hopefully it passes the Matt and Ryan test
That’s a good point!
I have one of those as well and they work well. I also got a 4.5 inch wire from amazon that I bought for around $13. And it is hidden away under the center console.
Thats nice!
Tried a few different ones, from the out set they did not work well, decided to try this one after your review, and it is bang on first time connection almost instant, dropped it down at the bottom of my center console works amazing, fingers crossed it keeps going, keep up the reviews also loving our 2023 2.0 turbo because of your review
Mine has worked for over 2 weeks straight, not one problem yet!
Just bought a used 2018 JL Rubicon and the window sticker says "Apple Carplay capable". I've never had Apple Carplay and am not too tech savy, so what exactly does this mean?
Any disconnect issues? Mine will occasionally disconnect and then reconnect...
Matt, after 7 months, how is the wireless CarPlay device working? Is it still working as the day you installed it?
Look forward to your update review.
🫡
Thanks Matt.
You got it!
I've got the Motorola one for android auto. It really does make life easier. There is a bigger drain on the battery, so I'll usually plug it in for longer trips.
Downside is, the USB ports don't shut off for up to 60 minutes so when home I need to toggle my Bluetooth off on my phone. I wish there was a way to make that center console usb only powered when the wrangler is on... but other than that, it's seamless.
Awesome!
Just bought this thinking it conencted and streamed via Bluetooth, however that is only for setup. For daily operation it uses a Wifi SSID. This is not good for those of us who have a celular hotspot in the vehicle. Cannot use both at the same time. Cool little gadget though.
I have a similar set up but something to consider is phone battery power loss. I think some of them transmit over localized Wi-Fi and I believe it drains the battery faster than Bluetooth. I ended up with the Bulletpoint wireless charger mount which charges my phone. I still have a plug running around my dash and the adapter sitting in the center console. It seems to be keeping up charging the battery for the most part but YMMV. Not truly the cleanest set up but no wires to unplug from my phone constantly. I'd be happy to see a product use bluetooth to link to carplay, this is something that I haven't looked into closely as bluetooth power transmission is super low power draw.
This is an interesting point!
My issues in the past with one of these was with video. Especially CZcams. Just delayed with picture and video. It would be cool to see you test that.
This one didn’t have the mirror function, that would be interesting to check out that style!
Keep us posted on this. Texting, phone calls and overall function. I’ve been in the same boat just haven’t pulled the trigger on one yet.
Will do!
Is it work for jeep wrangler sahara 2023 ?
Thanks for sharing probably will pick one up too - I can’t seem to find the MagSafe attachment for the phone mount, can you please share a link?
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Yes please provide an update. I would like to see if you have issues with response times using mapping software. Thanks!
Will do
I have the device from cplay2air for the last 3 years that was on my previous 4Runner and now on my 2023 Wrangler and it works flawlessly. I have mine plugged into the USB port in the center console so it can be out of sight. I never even take my phone out of my pocket while I'm in my vehicle, no need.
Awesome!!!
Same! Got the cplay2air for my previous vehicle and almost never worked. But pulled it out and tried it again when I got my new Wrangler last year and it’s been flawless.
One of the wireless carplay devices I've tried on the gladiator seemed to work pretty well "most of the time" there was a very small delay when skipping songs. The biggest issue I've seen is sometimes after running for about an hour it would just reboot itself which only got annoying if using gps. I'd be curious to see how this one works. I'll be keeping an eye on your experience with this down the road. thanks as usual for all your great content.
I’ll let you know how it goes! Thanks for watching!
It’s actually kind of funny because I test drove a Mazda CX-50 before I got my Jeep and it had built in wireless CarPlay and there was a delay as well. I think that it’s a thing that happens when you use wireless CarPlay.
Thanks for the review. Looking forward to your one-month update, especially if you've noticed any difference in audio quality. I connect to UConnect via Bluetooth sometimes if I'm having issues with my cable, and the music volume and quality is noticeably lower.
Look out for it!
@@DIRTROADCRED bro !! Where did you find that magnetic bulletproof mounting? I really need one, do you mind sharing the link where to buy 🙏🏼
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Hello guys! I purchased this and I’m happy with the product. I did lose the instruction booklet, which contains the link to update the adapter when necessary. Could you post the numerical link please? I appreciate your help.
Let me check
Here is something to think about now you really don’t need the phone mount anymore unless you switch it to a wireless charging mount. That what I installed. You can basically use any on the market because they will fit the ball of almost all mounts and just hide the wire going to it. Makes a nice clean install.
That’s an interesting thought!
Anyone have suggestions on one that will disconnect once i turn the car off? For me it stays connected for an hour after i park. If i am walking far enough from my car it will disconnect but at my house I don't get far enough away and it will auto reconnect to the it and not let me play music to any other speakers in my house till i go back out and unplug it. Suggestions?
The main issue I have with the wireless adapters in the Wrangler is that the USB ports are always powered on. I can't leave the wireless adapter plugged in while in my garage. My phone picks up the wireless signal from the adapter and keeps turning on Android Auto. I picked up the 'WQQBFF' wireless adapter on sale for $40 from Amazon. Other than the 'always on' problem, it does work seamlessly with my Samsung Galaxy S23.
That’s interesting!
Off topic question, can you keep the Rubicon X in 2wd just like before? I'm concerned about the rock trac full time system.
I believe so
I’m gonna give this one a try. I’ve seen others have some sorta lag changing songs etc. I’ve driven a lincoln navigator that has wireless carplay and there’s lag from the moment you hit forward track and it’ll take 2 seconds before you actually hear it.
edit, after turning the jeep on it seems hit or miss if the thing auto connects to my phone. So it requires extra steps
Let us know what you think of it!
@@DIRTROADCRED I’ll be running it for a week and see if I wanna return it. Hoping it gets better with the auto connection but it seems iffy so far.
For the android users out there I've been using AAWireless for android auto since i got my wrangler in feb. It works perfectly 99 percent of the time when it doesnt work as soon as i unlock my phone it connects. It happems so rare i havent looked into it yet. Sound quality is great and just as good as being wired in. It also has a sdtting to turn its self off when it looses communication with the stereo. I leave it plugged in in the center console all the time. As for call and sound quality. Wireless android auto and car play are wifi connections not bluetooth and have higher bandwidth. At least thats how ive come to understand it.
Might need to test this for Android users! Thanks for the suggestion
How would you compare CarPlay (wired or wireless) to having an iPad mounted on the dash? I guess the iPad is more expensive but you get a larger display plus get to keep the Jeep's built in display. What's your take on this?
I like them both personally, however the CarPlay integrates with my iPhones so it’s a little cleaner!
I've been running Carlinkit since February with Android auto. My screen is an Adroid tablet and it beats paying $1200 for a new radio.
Very nice!
I tried a Carlinkit 4.0 which is supposed to be carplay & android auto. It didn't work very good in my Jeep. it would connect but the resolution of the screen was wrong, you'd go to click on an app on the screen and it would click on the app icon next to the one under your finger so I tried to go into the device settings to change the resolution which you type an ip address into your browser like you would with a router, but it would just timeout instead of connecting. So would not recommend Carlinkit 4.0.
Hmmm this one works well
Most of the delay I experienced with this unit was over phone calls, but no delays on the UI. Also battery life on your phone will take a major hit.
Thanks for the input! We will really test it out over the next month
Really curious how that works in the console. In my 2023 CarPlay doesn’t work so well from the console (constantly drops); have to plug it in to the head unit usb for it to work reliably - this is all just the phone plugged into the vehicle and not with the wireless adapter being shown in the video.
Seems to work well!
I like the charging ability when mine is plugged in.
Definitely one draw back
I have one from a different manufacturer that looks the same, only white in color. The problem I have with it is dropping calls out of CarPlay. It seems to happen when it’s plugged in to the center console USB port. I have heard that it’s the cable that connects that port to the radio being substandard. Maybe you can do a how-to on how to upgrade that cable.
Interesting. Haven’t noticed dropped calls yet
Didn’t everyone get wireless music and everything with the latest update? Mine does, but I have better louder sound when connected.
I don't think the update gave us wireless CarPlay
I bought one for my wife after seeing your video, and it worked great for a couple of weeks. Then the screen just started going black while she was driving. I reset it, and it would be good for a day before making the screen go black again. Was wondering if you’ve had any issues after using it for awhile now?
Damn, sorry to hear. Ours is working the same after a month
Can a Tazer mini be used to control the USB? USB on only when jeep is running?
It probably could!
Hmm interesting! Although I have no issues with using wires, it be nice to clean it up without wires thought!
How’s the maps? Delay?
Battery life for both Jeep and iPhone? Does until turn off when the Jeep is turned off?
In all honesty, after thinking more about it, I mainly use the wired solution to charge the phone so even with this set up, will still have wires to deal with. With that in mind, it really isn’t solving a problem for me for the $$
No delay I can notice!
I just got one of these (version 5.0 - new updated version, the one in this video isn't available any more) and I can tell you that if you plug it into the console, that USB is powered all the time. That's a dealbreaker for me. I was hoping to have it hidden in the console. The connectivity on the "new" unit is quick though and I saw no delays at all.
What about when you’re on the wireless car play and then you plug in your phone to the front usb to charge? Does it reset or stay on Blue tooth?
Ill check!
Thanks I bought this for the wife. Happy wife makes happy life.
I'M WITH YOU
Got mine today. Doubt this’ll happen out on the road but it won’t let me be connected to Wi-Fi while on CarPlay for some reason
That’s weird!
Oh and additional tip, make sure you disconnect any setting between your phone and Uconnect permanently before installing this or any other similar device.
Correct!
New wrangler owner here. 2024 with the 12in uconnect. Can you use this to get around the system to play video like CZcams and Netflix on the screen? Would really like to use my wrangler as an impromptu drive anywhere theatre.
I’ll have to check it out in our new wranglers!
Did this work???
I installed this on my Jeep and it caused the fuse to pop that is responsible for the power the usb port. I pushed the fuse back in and everything is working fine but I am I bit hesitant about reconnecting it.
Yikes hope that doesn’t happen to me
Do you know if this will work, while using a wireless charger? I do Amazon flex so having to plug in plug out is killing my cord
It should yes!
dub question here. does it work with a 2019 wrangler sport edition. It has a B&W stock screen. So there's no way it colorizes ?
Not on that screen!
@@DIRTROADCRED Ok thanks!!!!
Does it work with Android auto and also does it interchange between carplay and Android auto if you have two people driving the car?
Will check on android, it gives you a list to connect
Can you please send a link to the product. I can't find him - for JL
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I just got this, mine is working so far but the light is blinking green, not solid. Also, what do you think: can this drain the Jeep battery when it’s not in use? The usb is constantly supplying it power.
I’ve had mine connected for weeks and no battery loss!
@@DIRTROADCRED i just returned mine, after a week of use, i had to reconnect it about 5 times. if i have to unplug it, and replug it, i might as well just plug the phone in.
Please do an update on this after using it for a while. I have one that I got on prime day for cheap and it seemed good at first, but after a while it started acting weird and I just gave up on it completely.
Will do!
@@DIRTROADCRED any update on how it has been after 3 months? Edit: Turns out it doesnt matter how it has worked out... it is not available to buy anymore
Let's see that update! 😆
One day. Shooting a bunch of 2024 content for the next month
I've tried three of these had poor working issues long time to connect to not contacting at all
Interesting. No issues yet on our end
I've had issues with phone connectivity while using the USB in the armrest. I was tired of having to have my phone plugged in on the dashboard and having that flap open, so I started connecting using the USB in the armrest. With that route, I was getting to many occurrences of my Apple CarPlay becoming disconnected which resulted in phone calls that mid call would stop going through vehicle going back to just the phone and also using Nav on my phone to getting completely disconnected. When I'm driving and trying to navigate, it was just too much of a distraction. I ended up just having to connect to the dash, and have had no problems since. Your setup would be ideal if I could rely on the connection in the armrest. Please report back after a few weeks and let me know if you have had any connectivity issues.
Hmmm I haven't had any issues with mine!
we put carplay on our wrangler, installed lift, installed front grill ... installed custom radio antenna , put in all high performance chips ... we've done pretty much everything to our wranglers except drive them
Constantly driving this Jeep
Any updates since being installed a month ago? Would you buy again??
We will do an update here soon if time permits. Quick thoughts in the meantime- Works great, haven't had any issues. One downside is the ability to charge the phone on long drives.
Random thought. What happens if you plug in your phone to charge? Does it mess up the wireless carplay in any way?
Haven’t tried it!
This only for iphone ? I do know with my 2022 rubi , the android lags on videos and a delay in voice , so annoying
I believe so!
I have a 23 Rubicon with U connect. Does it expire or something? Because i don't have to uses a wire.
Uconnect will always work
@@DIRTROADCRED ok thanks
what year wrangler is this - i got the ottocast and it doesnt connect to my 2023 wrangler - the setup screen shows up but when the phone conencts to the bluetooth nothing happens
Our Jeep is a 2022!
Do you think it’s okay to leave the device plugged up when you’re not in the Jeep? It won’t drain my battery will it? I know it sounds like a silly question.
It shouldn’t drain your battery!
Idk if anyone else had the same problem but I use to plug into the center console USB and I upgraded to the IPhone 14 and after plugging it in my CarPlay would start glitching. But after plugging into the USB 1 it would work fine. It just makes USB 2 go crazy
That’s odd, never had that happen!
@@DIRTROADCRED After all the iPhone updates and CarPlay updates it still does it not sure what the problem is
Will it work with OnX Offroad? Display on main screen?
Yes it should!
Anxious to see your one month review too. Amazon reviews were not very encouraging
I have to charge my phone and the cord doesn't bother me. Road trips I plug my phone in and put it in the center counsel, I mean that is what apple car play is for so you don't have to look at your phone. I think if the Bullet point wireless charging holder has a way to hid the power cable then maybe I would get one. But I am sure then it would be total over $200 dollars for both or more.
Good call
Got any suggestions for an android auto option that works?
Looking into that!
I tried the eleacc 5.0 and the sound quality is awful on the phone. How is this one? Does the quality of phone calls drop ?
Haven’t had any drop calls tbh
What about the sound quality
Is there a new link to this? The link provided is dead
Link works on our end?
This is an unnecessary mod. Uconnect provides some wireless options too. I prefer to just plug into the iphone wire connecttd for free. There is no lag or additional cost. Best of luck and enjoy! 🎉
This solves my first world problem of plugging it in though.... 100 percent NECESSARY LOL
The problem is with the new gen 5 wireless is they don’t work half the time. Maybe this thing is better. My 22 Durango wireless apple play is terrible
This one isn’t bad so far!
Will this device work with android auto or only apple car play?
Only apple! Looking for an android solution
But what about sound quality, nothing replaces hardwire for that.
Agreed! Sounds pretty good honestly
Very convenient but...... the sound without the cable is not the same, if you want to get the most of your expensive Alpine Premium Sound you need the cable...!
Sounds been good for us
Do they make one for Samsung or Android phones?
Working on finding one for a video!
If y'all are Android users in the market for something similar, avoid Carsifi like the plague. When it works, it's great. Unfortunately, it never stops working. If you're within Bluetooth range, it will constantly disconnect you from WiFi until you turn Bluetooth off. They tried a fix for this in a beta setting and it does not work. I've also had a ton of issues with disconnects on long trips and when driving under high voltage power lines. Look for an alternative unless you want to share in my frustrations.
Thats an interesting observation!
Does it work for compass 2022?
Yup
yeah man i agree i really hate plugging in one end of a charging cord to my phone and the other end to the USB port, allowing me to connect to the radio and charge my phone. i would much rather have this option where i plug one end of a shorter cable into a black box, another end into the USB port, deal with the black box dangling around unless i mount it somehow, plug a transmitter into my charging port, connect the box to my bluetooth where i will have to wait for it to re-connect if i were to turn off my car and then turn it back on, connect my phone to the box's bluetooth signal, and have the carplay ability as long as i dont have to remove the transmitter from my phone in order to charge it and then lose the transmitter........wait no ill stick with the one cable car play and charging option LOL
LOL first world problems
@@DIRTROADCRED 🤣🤣🤣 the struggle
great idea but with limitations. Because in cars that have wireless charging your phone will stay charged and you can use it. With the wired charge cord is a pain but your phone doesn't die on you while your driving.
Time will tell if I use it permanently or not!
I'd like both, sometimes I just want to get in and go, but sometimes I need to charge my phone because I forgot to do it the night before.
You have any Android friends, I'd like to see how this works on the superior platform. 😜
Lol 😂
The problem I had was that the USB plug is NOT keyed ignition power, so it stays powered up and connected to your phone all the time if you park in your house garage.
I’ll have to see what it does to the battery
Not sure if I’m the only one but when I plug in my phone the audio is noticeably quiet compared to the Bluetooth. Might look into this
Hmmm
Does it draw power non stop?
I haven't had an issue!
Will it play videos like you tube ???
I don’t think so
The horror of the plug. 😂😂 2 things- 1. What happens when you plug in the wire to charge your phone while using the wireless? 2- thank you for showing the settings, been using CarPlay for years and have never clicked it and had no idea you could change the background. 😂😂
Lol I’m going to have to see what happens!
What’s the update on this product? Any issues?
Still working great!
How does maps work on it?
Works well so far!
Any issues yet? Seriously tempted to buy it. These tools range in price from 50$ to 500$, and I have no idea why. I bet they are the same technology, just as always someone is trying to make more using marketing.
We will have an update video soon! Short answer is we haven't experienced any issues, we do miss charging capabilities from time to time.
Hey Matt - can you leave that plugged in when not using the Jeep or will it drain your car battery?
Exactly what I came here to ask.
Didn't notice any change in my jeep and I've had it plugged in for over a week.
Is there a good adapter for android?
We will probably do an android alternative soon