Car Play Life News Updates

The Bruxe U1 is a well-performing, compact 2-in-1 wireless CarPlay and Android Auto adapter that excels with Android but offers solid CarPlay support—though it may lack some features depending on your car system. Read more »

I look at the One Car Stereo AI Box Ultra in this review. You can buy this AI Box for $269.99 directly from the One Car Stereo website, for $249 from Amazon US, and from Amazon CA. TLDR: The One Car Stereo AI Box Ultra is a solid performer among… Read more »

In this review, I look at the Ottocast Nano AI Box adapter. You can pre-order/buy this AI Box for $309.99 directly from the Ottocast Store – https://shrsl.com/4vfwy using coupon code NANO50 for $50 off your order at checkout. TLDR: The Ottocast Nano AI Box brings a fresh take to AI… Read more »

The Qiao portable EV charger is easy to use but has some limitations. Its 5.5-meter cable is flexible and sufficient for most needs, though longer cable options aren’t available. The plug is quite thick, which may cause issues with outdoor sockets. It offers adjustable current settings (6A-16A) and performed well… Read more »

The Mgears Mstick4 might just be the fastest and most feature-packed AI Box I’ve tested yet! With its powerful MediaTek G99 chip, ultra-smooth performance, and game-changing AV sync adjustment, this tiny adapter has a lot to offer. But is it worth the price? And does it have any deal-breaking flaws?… Read more »

In this review, I look at the MagBak Elite iPhone 16 Pro / Series Case. You can buy this iPhone case for $67.15 using my coupon code CPL15 – https://creators.magbak.com/anthony-barker-carplaylife TLDR: The MagBak Elite Case for iPhone 16 Pro is a feature-packed, well-executed case that balances rugged protection with elegant… Read more »

In this guide, I’ll share tips to improve your CarPlay AI Box experience. Many AI Boxes have subpar interfaces and lack some easily installed features, these steps will help you significantly enhance their functionality. ! Warning ! Making changes to your AI Box is at your own risk. Adjusting settings… Read more »

Ottocast returns with the Mini, a compact 2-in-1 wireless CarPlay and Android Auto adapter. Boasting a tiny form factor and a unique device-switching button, it promises seamless connectivity. With fast boot speeds, responsive touch controls, and navigation passthrough, it performs well, but limitations in its switching function and basic settings… Read more »

In this article, I’ll compare three CarlinKit 2-in-1 wireless adapters and tell you which one is best for you.  Read more »

Just as CarPlay has reshaped the in-car experience for Apple users, Google is poised to deliver a game-changing update to Android Auto with the integration of its advanced AI model, Gemini. Recent discoveries within Android Auto beta versions reveal a clear path toward a more intuitive and powerful driving interface. Read more »