CarlinKit Tbox UHD 660 CarPlay AI Box Adapter With HDMI Review

[@CarPlayLife]

Update: Coupon code added for $ 15 off your order. Also, I have been speaking with the CarlinKit team, and I have discovered that the box can be switched to using the wired Android Auto channel instead of wired CarPlay. This is done by inserting the SIM removal pin into a hole at the front for 3 seconds, no firmware update is required. Doing this will allow the video sync delay to be less than on CarPlay. I will test this and bring out an updated short video on how this performs. Stay tuned...

[@denissyk2004]

can you multi touch in Android auto mode?

[@swiss_box]

Same question...

[@Dr.Omar.Alaskari]

To whoever wants to buy this, i just did based on this neat review 🌹 and i have been using it all day. Multimedia wise like youtube, amazon prime works fine and audio sync is on spot as long as the streaming setting is on auto. As for the CarPlay it’s nightmare-ish. When i turned off the car and back on the carplay doesn’t connect automatically as it should, i had to turn off bluetooth from my car and phone and fiddle around for 5 minutes till it finally connected. Lag is minimal within the UI and same with the wireless carplay. The music playback is as this review said 2-3 seconds to start playing but overall it’s a good system but not so good for smooth auto connection, i panicked trying to connect to carplay while driving so there’s that 😇

[@CarPlayLife]

Thanks for sharing. Which version did you buy out of the 660 or 6225? The car BT doesn’t need to be connected to if you don’t use it for anything else also Android auto. So just turn it off and your phone should auto connect with it off. Or just remove the BT profile for the car off your phone.

[@technology_pro]

You plugged it in at 3:50 and it was fully open @ 4:00, was like 10 seconds. Where are you getting 39-40 seconds? Thanks

[@CarPlayLife]

I accelerated/cut the loading time. It doesn’t make for good entertainment.

[@sixtyseven3337]

Excellent review yet again from one of my favourite tech reviewers. Glad to see over 18k subscribed 👏 P.S Have you ever reviewed the Carpuride H01 ??? I use it and works great (other than a bit laggy keyboard input) and only cost £62 from Amazon UK. How does my H01 compare to other ones in your view? Btw, I use it on my Skoda Enyaq 13" screen and love it ❤

[@CarPlayLife]

Thank you so much 🙏🏻☺️ Yes just rolled over the 18K mark the other week. Slowly growing with a few video ideas coming that I hope will grow it more rapidly. I’ve not aware of the H01. Carpuride usually focuses on displays with me. On the surface it looks like your regular rebranded ai box with similar OS to some others I’ve tried. It looks like a closed AI box, so limited apps can be used on it. But for cost it’s likely a good entry into the AI box world and opens up the entertainment in your Enyaq. This is the EV right? So it’s handy when charging I expect?

[@blairbee3579]

Which wire do you use to connect it to the car ?

[@CarPlayLife]

It depends on the CarPlay port in your vehicle. Use the one that matches that.

[@mh23hm]

can't believe most of these boxes still use the dot to navigate

[@CarPlayLife]

Yes it’s such an afterthought. Or a solution to a OS that’s not really made for its intended use here. The ones with side docks are to operate much more intuitively but even them can operate poorly as an afterthought

[@ahmedproservices6574]

I purchased it but i notice after i switch my car off i found it still running. So i take off the cable. Any help or advise ?

[@CarPlayLife]

Is it still running after locking the car for a minute or two. Most do power off eventually.

[@Emilio.Valentino]

What would be the best box if you are not on a budget currently?

[@CarPlayLife]

This one for shear power kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2i7XqSAp5WJq8U

[@Emilio.Valentino]

@@CarPlayLife I have this one, but my friend also wants one but they don't seem to sell this anymore or ship it to the Netherlands for "normal" prices

[@CarPlayLife]

You could look for another Qc6490 chipset adapter like this one. Sadly right now there isn’t that many alternatives. I know iHeylinkit does one here s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_EHZS8Sf

[@sonofliberty8278]

You mention possibly a better option. What else should I look at that has a HDMI out so I can power a set of rear monitors?

[@CarPlayLife]

This one but with the 6225 chip option. Ottocast Picasou 2 will be slightly slower but also has HDMI out.

[@sonuaswani7057]

Sir which is better 6225 or 660

[@CarPlayLife]

6225 is best 👍🏻

[@sonuaswani7057]

I have received this box sir but youtube is not playing fullscreen on my 10.2 inch, play like mobile screen and wifi does not switch on automatically

[@claudiu1178]

Work with iphone also? Thx

[@CarPlayLife]

For CarPlay, yes

[@claudiu1178]

@@CarPlayLifethank you 🫡

[@minz8937]

Are you able to run a different app on the external screen connected via hdmi or is it just mirrored?

[@CarPlayLife]

If I remember correctly it’s just mirrored. You can do this on the one from Linkifun kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJranaiafsZ2r6s&si=a-ldqmpdFfURUu4f

[@denissyk2004]

are you sure it could connect to a tv through HDMI at home? I would like to use it like a tv box.

[@CarPlayLife]

You can see me use it on a home TV, but the issue is out of the box connection to a TV, by default it doesn’t have HDMI output turned on (which is mad) so without connecting it to CarPlay first to turn it on it won’t show up on the TV until you do. Personally an Amazon fire stick or Google chromecast will be better at this than these boxes. And do it with far less hassle

[@denissyk2004]

@@CarPlayLife Thank you!

[@northwind5145]

Cab be update this box or not . Also i cant buy tv box every year

[@CarPlayLife]

I’m not sure of any updates. You shouldn’t need to update it if it works fine.

[@ahmadaldosari9671]

Carlinkit uhd or ottocast p3?

[@CarPlayLife]

UHD but the 6225 version

[@Chandra378]

​​ @CarPlayLife 6225 vs 660 which one is better or faster?

[@mitchelldougherty2323]

Hello. Thank you for the videos. Can you tell me what the best option for android head unit to convert to wireless CarPlay?

[@CarPlayLife]

You can use this and insert the pin on the device to switch it to Android auto mode, then go via software conversion. Or you can try this kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6S2d3Z6grKpiJYsi=JlzWdDaHcf5fJqhj or this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIurd6OQetuojLcsi=A35V1tJE8pOhjOkG

[@mitchelldougherty2323]

@@CarPlayLife thank you!!

[@iseng_ajagitu]

How to change navigation bar to right side?

[@CarPlayLife]

I believe it’s in settings or on your car system if it has the option to set to RHD

[@mt-hh3kr]

can i connect to a bluetooth speaker or dsp?

[@CarPlayLife]

I don’t think it does BT output, or BT audio at that. I’ve never tried it.

[@gonzomartins7180]

Which box would you say is actually the best overall? No matter what price

[@CarPlayLife]

They all have their pros and cons. If it’s speed you’re after try this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2i7XqSAp5WJq8Usi=2qrXeVIWbXTHjrzI

[@gonzomartins7180]

@@CarPlayLife do you prefer ottocast p3 over carlinkit tbox uhd?

[@CarPlayLife]

Visually I do but I had problems with the P3 if you check out the video review on my channel

[@fierymonkey]

So what is the best 3 ai box up to date of your choice?

[@CarPlayLife]

Hope to answer that in a future video. For me the best is one that’s the fastest and most stable and that’s the Rocket kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2i7XqSAp5WJq8Usi=gNqAUh7aFKM6yN0H But if it’s only going to playback KZbin there maybe something out there that offers more bang for your buck. That I hope to dive into in a future video.

[@sonuaswani7057]

Sir can i ask on thing, i think there is no option for pinch to zoom so how can i watch videos on fullscreen ,interfaces is on fullscreen but in youtube or Netflix what ever i play,videos play in center on small screen instead of fullscreen any idea i have tried lot but cant set plz help.thank you

[@CarPlayLife]

On the lower right of the video they is a [ ] icon. tap this to make the video go full screen.

[@sonuaswani7057]

@CarPlayLife already tried that

[@CarPlayLife]

And it doesn’t go full screen? It won’t take over any existing car system UI. Nothing will do that. It can only take over what CarPlay is able to take over.

[@sonuaswani7057]

@@CarPlayLife thank you for support

[@phichong]

Carlink do a dual usb cable to provide additional power. With or without this cable, is it possible to somehow permanently keep this on. I will be using a ac powerbank generator to supply it power 24/7. The purpose is to use it as a permanent hotspot too.

[@CarPlayLife]

With this cable I’d say it could be possible because you would be supplying a permanent usb power via this cable. Otherwise it will turn off with the traditional cable.

[@phichong]

@@CarPlayLife Just ordered one thanks for the great review

[@koszim]

Hi very nice video. Can you please suggest an ai box for android auto connection with no laggs on streamings , videos etc?

[@CarPlayLife]

Hi and thanks for watching. There are very view of these boxes that operate under Android auto. This UHD 6225 version 8GB RAM is your best option on a medium budget. Lag on video will vary on the car system it’s used on. So it’s a case of try it and see if you can live with it. But from Amazon for easy returns if you don’t like it.

[@DJDANY_IN_THE_MIX]

Speed test sim 4g ? Lose conection bt, sim, lag in menu and apps? I see sd 660, ota updates, price, for me it is best buy, no ?

[@CarPlayLife]

It’s not a bad little box but I would go with the SD6225 version.

[@DJDANY_IN_THE_MIX]

@@CarPlayLife thanks for reply, when you make review for new model, with HDMI and USB, SD 660

[@CarPlayLife]

This video IS of that version

[@DJDANY_IN_THE_MIX]

I buy with 660, this chip it faster vs 6225 ?

[@marcopato4]

Donde compro el control remoto?

[@CarPlayLife]

Here it is on Amazon US amzn.to/3KR4Uw5 G10S Pro

[@marcopato4]

@@CarPlayLife mil gracias

[@GMK24123]

Hi Anthony! Thank you for the video! A question and a suggestion: what would you say is the best ai box adapter in the market right now? Focusing on performance and video streaming. Maybe you could post a tier list on your page. Also I noticed this model also comes with a SM6225 cpu, that seems a better choice.

[@CarPlayLife]

Thanks for watching 🙏🏻☺️ Yes, the 6225 would be a better choice. The best performers in terms of power is one with a 6490 inside. Only know two brands that make it. One is the ApplePie rocket I reviewed here kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2i7XqSAp5WJq8Usi=YXw9h7VzIDyVEe0C The box doesn’t have to be that powerful to be good at video streaming. I need to do a roundup of best streamers at some point. Just have a reviews getting in the way and time it takes to put that together would take a while.

[@andreportela7019]

waiting for that roundup ❤

[@GMK24123]

Hi Anthony! I have a Carlinkit ai box but it's cable is not working properly anymore, what kind of cable should I use to replace it? I tried many but didn't work.

[@CarPlayLife]

It needs to be both data and power capable. I’ve not had to actually source a cable, what I would try is an OTG cable which is meant to be both and they are also made up differently to other cables.

[@jasonbender2459]

@@CarPlayLife The shorter, braided ones from Amazon always work for me!

[@ahmedproservices6574]

Which better. It or mmb max 5.0

[@CarPlayLife]

They are both similar if you’re looking at the 6225 box. Little in it really apart from available ports.

[@aldoteknik2098]

hi, I would like a suggestion from you, do you think it is better MMB Max 4.0 or Tbox UHD 660 carplay? my choice is from these 2 because of the hdmi. thanks

[@CarPlayLife]

Can you get the tbox 6125 for a similar price? If so I’d go with that and not the 660

[@aldoteknik2098]

@@CarPlayLife thank you for the answer. At the moment i find ottocast p3 with cpu 665 or tbox with cpu 660 or MMB 4.0 CPU 6125 more or less at the same price, I am unsure between these. I am trying mmb but I am not really happy, looks very slow. Now I need to understand which one is the best between ottocast p3 or tbox 660. or I can add 30gbp and buy 6225..

[@CarPlayLife]

If you think the MMB 4.0 is slow you will find it much the same with the others. More so with the 660 in the tbox. TBH these ai boxes haven’t really hit prime time yet. Still lots to do and no one has really nailed it so far.

[@williamjohnson5440]

Would be nice if you named the other devices that work better.

[@CarPlayLife]

The brand wouldn’t like that. I’m planning a top 5 Ai box video soon. So look out for that

[@eslamabdalla7]

Need support pls after one day the device failed to connect with may car how to reset or solve this problem

[@CarPlayLife]

I’m not sure if inserting a pin into the hole at the front for long enough will reset the adapter. It’s how you switch it between CarPlay and android auto platforms. Needs to be powered and on for at least 2.-5 minutes, then insert for about 3-5 seconds then release.

[@anthonyh2884]

Would you recommend android auto over carplay if you have a data card? I am seeing apps crash in carplay but installing lte data card tmrw to see if that helps! 👌🏽😬

[@CarPlayLife]

You mean switching which platform this box operates under? If so AA might run a little faster, I’ve yet to try it myself.

[@lulwhat]

Work with BMW OS8.5 ?

[@CarPlayLife]

I can't say without testing it myself. It might be best to ask the makers or search their website for more info on this.

[@HaykGrigoryan-b4w]

My Car has wired and wireless Carplay. Which product is for me if I need it to ONLY add android auto?

[@CarPlayLife]

Try the CarlinKit 4.0

[@sonuaswani7057]

How to use Google assistant in6225 easily direct from steering button

[@CarPlayLife]

Try holding it down than just pressing it. You also need to check in the settings menu what app the voice assistant the box is assigned to.

[@sonuaswani7057]

Try holding it down?cant understand

[@CarPlayLife]

Holding the wheel button down. Some cars use the single press to activate the incar voice or car system so holding the wheel button down sends it through to the ai box interface.

[@sonuaswani7057]

@@CarPlayLife Thank u sir for replying thanks a lot

[@HaykGrigoryan-b4w]

My VW ID4 has only wired and wireless Carplay. I need cheap device to add android auto and nothing more. Which products are for me?

[@CarPlayLife]

I’m pretty sure an ID4 has Android auto also surely ? 🤔

[@reejaypurugganan3580]

I just bought this bro new subscriber Im using it for my honda crv sports 2023 its really a nightmare for carplay But everything is smooth But we need to smoothen the carply autoconnect Any suggestions bro

[@CarPlayLife]

Ai Boxes are never as good as a dedicated wireless adapter. So you kind of have to compromise on this if you want the android app functionality for things like watching video. You can’t really improve it as it’s software layer based. I’m assuming you have set the CarPlay app as the auto boot app in settings?

[@sarayc.7344]

This product works for USA?

[@CarPlayLife]

I would hope so once it is selling in the US

[@abhaykakar6948]

Is there is way to solve the audio sync issue. Also I have a portrait screen so Netflix and Androod auto are squeezed.How should i resolve

[@CarPlayLife]

Audio sync varies between car systems. Some are worse than others. Fixing it doesn’t really possible with what there is on the adapter. Many car systems add to this delay. As for portrait screens. I feel many brands aren’t handling this properly. I’ve only seen this when last sitting in a Renault Megane. I didn’t have time to look for a fix but the next time I am in a portrait system car I will have a look at it more.

[@FYAH-lw8hk]

Is anyone else having issues with their car linkit UHD mines connect sometimes and sometimes it does not connect. Is there a way to fix that issue?

[@CarPlayLife]

It’s more likely an issue with the car system it’s being used on. See if there is a delayed start option in the menu for the adapter.

[@sarayc.7344]

What is the difference between this and CarlinKit Ai Box CarPlay Wireless Adapter 4G+64G Multimedia Box Comes with Open Android 13.0 System, Support Wireless CarPlay Android Auto, Netflix KZbin Car Video, Built-in 4G Network GPS+Glonass ?

[@CarPlayLife]

It depends on which AI Box from CarlinKit you're referring to. If it is the Ambient model, then this comes with a 6125 chip. The UHD comes in two flavours a 660 (slower) and 6225 (faster) than the ambient. The rest is pretty much the same apart from the UHD, which has 8G+128G so more RAM and storage capacity. The Ambient doesn't have HDMI either.

[@sarayc.7344]

@@CarPlayLife I talk about this kzbin.info/www/bejne/goewY6dsiL98gJYsi=mYL6kB-QcKbr8DeK … can you help me with de difference?

[@EnmanuelR-cc6hb]

Hey Anthony, i have the carlinkit plus verdion i have an issue when i turn off the car and come back the music don’t play automatic on apple car play as original radio carplay but with the magic 2.0 work good music resume when i come back to the car, is that normal or any issue with my carlinkit? TIA

[@CarPlayLife]

I think it can also be how the adapter and car system have been coded that could also affect this. So I don't think the adapter is at fault here, it's just how it coded to function, which is why the other brand works differently.

[@EnmanuelR-cc6hb]

@@CarPlayLife thanks for your reply, yes i see the issue box with android 10 play music automatic, others version not so i set an shortcut and done work as normal :)

[@ian9963]

Hi Anthony, I would like you to test and review the new Kyebriq BRIQ4-AGERA. You do the best reviews keep them coming.

[@CarPlayLife]

Thanks for the kind words. 🙏🏻☺️ They did reach out a few months ago for the AGERA but nothing came about it sadly. I’ve asked them again to see if we can reignite our discussions. Looking at the spec it’s similar to the Binize Magic box, ApplePie 996 E and MMB 5.0, so expect a similar experience to these. Reviews for all three on my channel

[@TheIrfanIdzhan]

After I watched your video i bought it bcs i thought i could use this as an android tv box as well, turns out you were connecting to a car media unit for that monitor shot. Sigh.... 😂

[@CarPlayLife]

You can connect it to a tv. The issue is in the menu it has hdmi out switched off by default 🤦🏻‍♂️ so you need to connect it to a CarPlay system first to turn that on and also connect a BT remote, mouse or KB to interact with the box once connected to the TV

[@Eric0991]

Ok, so in your opinion, what is the best ai box that launches as android auto in your vehicle’s radio, but offers the best video streaming and Apple CarPlay experience? This one seems to come close minus the mentioned audio sync and color washout issues

[@CarPlayLife]

There isn’t many that do launch under AA platform. Only this one and the one from Binize (maybe CarlinKit ambient can too seeing as it’s identical to the Binize) can do it so the choices are slim. I’d say the UHD with 6225 chipset and hope it improves on the issues I found on the 660 version.

[@Eric0991]

@@CarPlayLife thanks for the reply. I would totally get the 6225 chipset, but it omits the us & Canada option when selecting that. So it looks like for now this is the only option. What do you think the chances are of an upgrade to this coming out in the near future?

[@CarPlayLife]

Ah that’s a shame. Upgrades are very likely. It feels 6 months doesn’t go by until something new is released or on the horizon. Right now I am not aware of anything new coming from them and it feels the 6125,6225,660 chips are the current normal. Other than the much faster 6490 chips I don’t know where else it’s going to go whilst still keeping the cost low. If I had a crystal ball I’d tell you :)

[@FlubFlubber]

So if you want to watch Netflix, the speech and text is not good? Hm, I don't like that. I was planning to buy this, now I doubt.

[@CarPlayLife]

Most boxes behave different to the system they are plugged into. I can plug it into a CarPlay display and have 0 lag and then plug the same box into my Golf and get similar 400+ ms lag in audio on KZbin. Some behave more consistent between the two, but it’s more important to show how it sounds in the car for a more perfect comparison. What I’m saying is it could behave differently on your own system but that’s a risk where some can do it so well. I’ll see if the 6225 version is any different.

[@aspybinley4656]

This version is for Europe; the UA version is not listed.

[@CarPlayLife]

Stock issues, so it’s taking time to roll this adapter out in other regions. At least on Amazon.

[@deepzgenovese4918]

Does this work on pioneer headunit?

[@CarPlayLife]

If it has wired CarPlay or android auto it is possible