Car Play Life News Updates

The Carple Wireless CarPlay Adapter is a slick-looking, well-built first attempt from a newcomer brand, but its older cable-based design and average performance prevent it from standing out. Still, with decent connection speeds and a polished UI, it shows promise—especially if Carple takes a bolder step with version two. Read more »

The REDTIGER F17 Elite Trivision dash cam delivers triple-camera coverage at a mid-range price. With a solid build, touchscreen controls, and decent image quality across all three lenses, it’s a good all-rounder for full vehicle monitoring—just don’t expect flagship-level clarity, especially at night. If you’re after a dash cam with… Read more »

Apple is bringing native AirPlay video streaming to CarPlay in iOS 26, letting you watch videos from your iPhone on your car’s screen—while parked. It’s a long-awaited feature designed for downtime at chargers or while waiting in the car, but only if your vehicle’s infotainment system supports it. Here’s what… Read more »

Apple CarPlay Ultra is Apple’s bold new evolution of the in-car dashboard experience, offering deep integration with vehicle systems beyond the usual infotainment screen. Debuting in new Aston Martin models, it extends to the instrument cluster and allows control over climate, audio, and even advanced driver-assist features—all powered by your… Read more »

The MMB Mini 2.0 is a super compact wireless CarPlay adapter that brings a clever USB-C design and a sleek silver finish to the dashboard. While it boots slightly faster, its overall performance is slightly behind its predecessor, making it more of a cosmetic update than a performance leap. A… Read more »

Tennessee is rapidly emerging as a powerhouse in automotive technology, driven by massive EV investments, university-led innovation, advanced manufacturing, and a robust workforce development strategy. Discover how the state is becoming America’s new auto-tech hub. Read more »

WWDC 2025 ushered in a whole new UI design for iOS and with this Apple CarPlay will also see some new updates and features come to Apple’s car infotainment platform. Read more »

Choosing between the Renault Kiger’s Energy and Turbo engines? This in-depth comparison helps you decide which 1.0L petrol variant best fits your driving style—whether you’re navigating city streets or chasing performance on the open road. Read more »

The Bruxe V1 AI Box is a compact, budget-friendly wireless CarPlay and Android Auto adapter that delivers strong video streaming and smooth mirroring, but its closed OS limits app flexibility, and it runs hot under heavy use. Read more »

The Deerdance 2-in-1 adapter delivers fast and reliable wireless CarPlay and Android Auto performance, ranking second overall in my tests, despite its outdated, low-cost build and higher-than-expected price tag. Read more »