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School me on wireless CarPlay adapters

723 views 1 reply 2 participants last post by  BoatWaco  
#1 ·
I recently purchase a 2018 E300 and have heard about wireless CarPlay adapters that put whatever's on your phone onto the dash screen.
I like the idea of using Google Maps or Apple Maps instead of the factory GPS due to the traffic information provided.
Also, it would be kinda cool to run Netflix or YouTube while driving (for the passenger's enjoyment of course).

A quick check shows a bunch of adapters, some for $299, some for $49.
Is anyone running these adapters?
Do they really work?
Which one is the best?
 
#2 ·
I've tried several wireless CarPlay adapters in a 2018 F150 and did not have long term success with any. They all eventually would not connect, had issues with delays or stopped functioning properly. When I do choose to use CarPlay I stick with a wired connection now.

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