OTTOCAST Wireless CarPlay Adapter U2-AIR, Apple CarPlay Wireless Adapter for iPhone iOS10 + and OEM Wired CarPlay Cars 2016-2024, Plug & Play Car Dongle

Over the past few years I have tried several of these. None have worked as well as the 2022 version of this device, which linked up more quickly and more reliably than other similar devices. The only problem was a lag in phone conversations, generally around 4-5 seconds. The ad for this 2023 version promised to be faster, so I decided to give it a try. This 2023 version is just as reliable, and link up speed is even faster than before. There is sometimes still a noticeable lag in phone conversations, but it is much shorter, from 0-2 seconds, And some conversations are quite normal. Overall I would say that Ottocast has outdone the previous model, which was already better than the others. UPDATE #2: I previously reported that the 2023 Ottocast was dropping its bluetooth connection to my phone. I did some more testing and found the problem to be a defective cable connecting the Ottocast to my car (USB-C to USB-A). The bluetooth connection dropped every time I repositioned the cable. I was able to use the cable from my 2022 Ottocast, and voila! no more connection drops. So the 2023 is not defective, just the cable that shipped with it. I messaged Ottocast that I will restore my 5-star rating if they ship me a new USB-C to USB-A cable. Haven't heard back yet. Update #3 - I just received the replacement cable from Ottocast. Very fast response, great customer service. This unit continues to outperform the 2022 Ottocast, which had already outperformed four others that I have tried. As promised, I have upgraded their rating to 5 stars. No one can be expected to test every cable that they include in their products. If you find your cable is affected when jarred, then ask for a new one.

Being able to just leave my phone in my pocket and automatically connect to Apple Carplay in my 2019 Lexus has been a convenient and nice upgrade. The wireless adapter instantly connects to my iphone via bluetooth and the carplay screen appears on the dashboard display. Works just like the phone was plugged in. Super easy to connect. I leave it plugged in and store it in my center console totally invisible. If needed I can also charge my phone with my USB cable and the device still connects flawlessly. Would definately recomend to anyne who likes the added convenience and elimination of a dangling USB cable in the car.

The Ottocast U2 Air is a very good wireless Car Play adapter. I found it to be largely Plug and Play as far as installation and performance are concerned. I use it with my iPhone 15 Pro Max. It isn't completely perfect unfortunately, and although connection with my iPhone generally takes place quickly, unless I have opened an App such as Waze or Google Maps or Apple Music on my phone first, the Vehicle Screen shows a blank outline of where the CarPlay screen should be. The Home Screen on my Vehicle shows that Car Play is available but the screen doesn't show anything. This is generally sorted out by starting one of the relevant Apps on my phone and then Car Play works perfectly. A small hassle but I am happy that it largely works very well.

Used this device on a road trip from Minnesota to Quebec City Canada and thats north of Vermont / New Hampshire. Hate leaving my phone plugged in all the time because it destroys cell phone batteries and thats why I bought this. The device worked flawlessly. This is a great investment. Works right way with the infotainment deal in my Silverado when I start my truck. This is a great device if you love using technology and you don’t want to fry your phone batteries on long trips. Cheaper than wrecking you phone battery because that’s what is happening when it’s plugged in all the time.

Easy to set up, but the it would disconnect at least once a week. Having it read texts was useless, it would always go silent while reading texts. I don't know how I dealt with this the last 2 years, but I'm a glutton for punishment I guess. Finally bought a different one, so far so good with texts, and a much faster interface.

This was not only a terrible purchase, it’s become a liability and safety hazard. It worked great for everything other than phone calls when I first got it (with the occasional hiccup); now, it won’t even stay connected. The unit randomly started disconnecting one day, and after searching for help online, I saw that I likely needed to update the firmware. Went to the company website, installed the update, and boom, everything is 10x worse. Nothing syncs properly, sound is way off, phone calls have seconds long delays, etc. So after more searching online, it looks like I need to “restore to factory settings.” Okay, done. Now the unit won’t even connect. Next step? Remove the device from WiFi and Bluetooth, then set it up from scratch. No problem. But now we’re back to the original issue where it keeps disconnecting every 5 min during my drive. This is extremely dangerous and distracting, especially when trying to use Maps or play any kind of media (e.g., a podcast). I submitted a ticket through the website and after over 2 weeks, still haven’t heard back from Ottocast. Don’t buy this device, and don’t buy from this brand.

Everything about this device is much better than I expected, easy setup. I was pleased with the quick connection with no delays each time you get in the car and start it your phone connects asap. I have had it for alittle over month and I have had no glitches or problems we use it in our work truck gives us more option than the basic chevy interface. One thing needed maybe would be would be giving a long and short cable for product but of course a person could change that themselves. Five stars still.

Very nice product. Already try 5 carlinkit but other models but this is the best !!! Using for G63 and never freez !

Se calienta mucho!!! Y cuando se calienta hace que dejen de funcional los controles del estéreo, por lo que se tiene que estar reseteando el estéreo!!!!

This is what we deserve as a consumer not some cheap knock offs, great product. Just one feedback, wifi management console should be password protected.