A $35 adapter lets you wirelessly connect to wired CarPlay

TL;DR: Get a Mini Wireless CarPlay Adapter on sale for $34.99 (reg. $59.99).

Wired CarPlay works well until you’re juggling a phone, charger, and cable every time you get in the car. This compact adapter plugs into your car’s USB port and converts your factory wired CarPlay to a completely wireless setup, and it’s currently on sale for $34.99 (reg. $59.99).

Configuration is a one-time thing. Pair it once via Bluetooth and the adapter automatically reconnects in less than three seconds every time the car is started. No apps required, no reconfiguration, nothing. Navigation, music, calls, voice assistants and all your factory controls, including the touchscreen, steering wheel buttons, rotary knobs and voice commands, work just like before.

The dual-band setup works on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi, keeping the connection stable and fast rather than dropping out on longer drives. At just 1.2 inches in diameter and a flush profile, it’s smaller than most adapters and doesn’t protrude from the dashboard. Built-in overheating, overvoltage and short circuit protection allows it to handle real-world driving conditions without any problems.

The Mini Wireless CarPlay Adapter works with iPhone 6 or later and over 1,000 vehicle models, and you can buy one right now for just $35.

Mini Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto AdapterSee the offer

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