Carpuride SmartDisplay for your Car - CarPlay & Android Auto - Overview

[@paulpurington8637]

I LOVE the History of English podcast! Best podcast out there in my opinion! I just purchased this unit today, BTW. Thank you for the tour of the product.

[@databits]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@databits]

How is your smart display treating you?

[@iceho6460]

You can't have nice things as they say. Even touch screen devices are cheap and ubiquitous I'd still be worried my car will be broken into just for this device. Good useful video btw.

[@FairchildV]

I think you can detach though. Just put it out of sight.

[@Ashw1115]

I take it off everytime I park my convertible somewhere. I park it in my garage so I don’t have to take it off too much.

[@str8xrippin]

@@Ashw1115 I'm thinking of getting this but my neighbourhood has a lot of crime, my car has been broken into twice for my sound system. It's been a few years now since then so I think I'll get this but a smaller 7 inch display

[@pgdmed]

Just bought this and sent it right back. I’m sure some people have great experience with this but not I. My 10.3 screen had dead pixels, BT DOA, FMTransmitter horrible. I attempted to contact customer service and no response from them. I gladly packed it up and sent it right back. I’m sure mine was a lemon but the lack of customer service made it junk to me.

[@pgdmed]

@@databits I was contacted by them and they will be sending me one for free and reimbursing my payment, I truly believe I got a dud from the factory. I will try it one more time and hopefully it will work. Thanks for your offer.

[@databits]

@@pgdmed - Cool. The one in this video is super solid. FM Transmitters are always iffy unless its wired into the antenna.

[@mr.frenchii8973]

@@pgdmed How has it been since you got the new unit ?

[@rickmas5619]

@@pgdmed you probably have your new one by now but try different fm stations, other stations have better connections so you don't hear the buzzzz

[@DentistCarter]

@@pgdmed how is the new one?

[@filipegomes2479]

If u play music does it connect to the car speakers ?

[@JeffreyMichaud]

On a similar rear view mirror device I owned it had one wire on the camera that you connected to your reverse light and that triggered it to switch on.

[@MindHunger]

Nice! I was wondering, since the device is based on Android, can you install your own Android apps on it? It would be nice to install Torque Pro.

[@joshuapugsley]

Please make a video detailing the Panera Bread carplay app

[@databits]

Josh, are you completely serious?

[@girishgosyne4663]

First off, thanks for the awesome review! I wanted to clarify the Bluetooth for everyone and myself. I read all your comments and replies. So you did the following (correct me if I'm wrong): Step 1. Connected your iPhone /Android to the Carpuride Screen Step 2. Connected the Carpuride to your car's Bluetooth using the BT Transmit Button. AKA The Capuride searched and found your car and you were able to pair it to it. Is that correct? Can you confirm?

[@databits]

If your car has Bluetooth, connect your phone to both the car and the smart screen via Bluetooth. If your car does not have Bluetooth, then connect the unit via the 3.5 mm plug or via FM audio. I think this is the best scenario.

[@brothercannon]

1.21 Gigawatts. But seriously, this looks like an easy upgrade for my 2013 Honda fit. I wouldn't want to lose the steering wheel audio controls by replacing the OEM head unit. I have a new vehicle on order but I probably won't get it for a year or more.

[@2011joser]

The only possible use case for this unit is if you need a bigger screen and you can’t or won’t do a full fledged head unit in the car dash. At $350 without a radio or good rca outputs, this unit is too close to the price of a real brand name car stereo with more capabilities. I am unable to do a head unit in my own car but rather than do a shaky mount of something like this, I got a Proclip wireless charging dash mount that puts my phone next to the steering wheel and a Fiio BTR5 bluetooth reciever plugged into the car’s aux jack. A Tunai Bluetooth Button mounted on the steering wheel restores steering wheel controls and call answering . Only one neatly tucked away cable for the phone mount and I have all my apps at my fingertips.

[@Dancopymus]

You can't compare a simple smarthphone with this beautiful CarPlay Dashboard (I'm not putting your phone down).

[@2011joser]

@@Dancopymus My interest is in sound quality over all other features. In that department, my Pixel 5/ Fiiio Btr5 combo is vastly superior to this and most aftermarket head units.

[@Dancopymus]

@@2011joser Okay, successes!

[@nigelmtb]

In some countries like the UK it is now illegal to touch your phone when driving. Even if it is in a cradle. It's not illegal to touch/use this - as long as you are not distracted.

[@bc_usa]

​@2011joser Its trash and you know it...clown. 😂😂😂

[@charminbaer2323]

You already have a double DIN space, why not just get a double DIN receiver with CarPlay???

[@databits]

I actually did eventually.

[@WiseGuy02]

Wonder how many siri's you set off

[@brianres]

If you wear polarized sunglasses you can NOT see the screen! Is there any way to fix this with a screen protector?

[@extracrispy4950]

Seems like an amazing Christmas gift for my dad, who will drive his 2013 Accord until it drops dead

[@arphaksad01]

So you can't pair the Carpuride with the car?

[@databits]

You should be able to, but my pioneer head unit would not work that way.

[@Zawiesta]

After watching this, I’ve decided to buy one and will give my opinion regarding it. 😊

[@databits]

I look forward to hearing how it goes for you.

[@Zawiesta]

@@databits I got the newest 9-inch Carpuride and after 3 days of using it I like the idea of having a portable device that provides a carplay feature which gives a modern touch to my old car. But the only negative issue is I can’t screen mirror my phone wirelessly. Thanks for your video

[@HiImMigz]

I think my only issue with this is the fact that the actual support isn’t longer. For cara that have their stock screens higher up and leave little to no space for the screen to be in front of it, it will block your visibility which to me isnt worth it. I’d buy this in a heartbeat if it werent for that reason. Maybe I’ll give it a go but most likely return it for that reason.

[@databits]

At the exact center of the dashboard, it was not obstructive. Did you end up buying one?

[@lexpiercex]

Got to love how he’s using Australian Siri

[@mimaz7155]

You still have an iPhone 5?

[@BojanBojovic]

Thanks. I would like to use this only for Google maps, but still be connected over Bluetooth with my car's Bluetooth for calls and playing music. Is this possible?

[@databits]

Yes, this is actually how I did it in my car. I did not need the unit for audio so I was connected to both my car and the screen. It worked very well.

[@michaeldinh3561]

thank you so much review... any time you start your car do you need setup it again.

[@devildog832916]

Excellent explanation of the features

[@databits]

Thank you kindly. So much negativity in the world. A compliment is always refreshing.

[@anthonyr396]

I’m a bit confused when you connect to iplay. Does the audio play out through the tablet or your car speakers!

[@databits]

I connected my Bluetooth to both the iPlay and my car radio. That way I get audio from the car.

[@rossknowles2012]

The cultaholic intro music 😂😂

[@databits]

Are you a fan? 😃

[@godfather3551]

sir can the Pelsee car camera playbback on phone. incase if your car is stolen??

[@mikaeljonsson4686]

Comparing an Iphone 5 to the size of the screen makes everything look big! ☺

[@youngperco2933]

would i be able to use steering wheel controls with this ?

[@RoyRStenstrom]

Do you have a preference of the W301 unit over the 9 inch version? Havent see any comparisons from anyone yet…

[@timotaylor5099]

Hey I’m thinking about this head unit but i can’t find a phone call test, could someone who have this device tell how good(or bad) it is?

[@databits]

I’m still using the 7 inch model and it’s not great.

[@ricardodelacrvz1400]

Can you use the youtube app ? I know spotify is supported.

[@databits]

Not available with CarPlay. Maybe with Android or with screen mirroring.

[@Lucifer09429]

Legends say he’s still trying to turn off the loud option.

[@technickr]

How did you got the BT-Transmit option? Mine does not have. It has also a different icon there. Firmware? Any idea, how to upgrade?

[@databits]

Yes, sounds like you need a firmware update for sure. Check the Carpuride website.

[@enzoltg9346]

Hello, Deezer app works into this screen ?

[@abshassan]

I had to return mine, the thing was just way to big and took up too much dash space, if you can mount it under the dash somehow like drill somehow it would be better, the other problem i had was the Andriod Auto wireless was flakey, sometimes it just wouldnt connect to my Pixel 7, the FM transmitter was pretty average and very noisy. I will probably invest in an upgraded head unit to be honest.

[@ctb365]

so you said that you were able to connect the phone to the car and to this unit, were you able to play your music through your car, I enjoyed this video

[@databits]

Yes! This was in my Kia Soul.

[@andrewyu7403]

Is it possible to use existing steering wheel controls for handsfree controls?

[@databits]

As long as you pair your phone to your car radio AND this unit, yes. So you’ll have two connections at once. Same if you’re playing music via the FM transmitter.

[@andrewyu7403]

@@databits I am hoping switch Spotify tracks on carplay through steering wheel controls - how does that work?

[@databits]

@@andrewyu7403 - can you do that currently?

[@eskil1u]

They should have come out with this a long time ago.

[@CobraAR]

Let's say that thing is hooked to my factory radio with audio jack, so would i be able to adjust volume on my steering wheel?

[@databits]

Yup!

[@rayjackson6808]

Do the xm radio works well. I already have XM in my 2013. Will I have to download the app?

[@databits]

No XM radio built in, keep using your car

[@thomashicks846]

Bought a similar one and it worked great but the calling on it was awful choppy and couldn’t hear how is the call quality on this one via Bluetooth

[@databits]

In my case, I paired my phone with the car and with this device. So when I was making phone calls, the audio was going to the car not to this device, but the call information was still displayed on the screen. Does your car have solid phone call capability?

[@thang1011]

Does it have FM static noise when you use FM transmitter? Thanks.

[@databits]

There’s a possibility of this, yes. Making sure the frequency is not in use by a local radio station helps.

[@guzwana477]

So you still can use the audio to car stereo system using AUX 3mm cable right.

[@databits]

Right

[@rafenwulf]

It's a nice enough device to handle Carplay and A Auto, but other than having a bigger screen than a smartphone, I can't see the benefit as opposed to having a phone mount on the dash. I have one permanently in place with a charge cable and 3,5mm jack routed to it (tucked the cables neatly away under the dashboard panelling) and it does all that the Carpuride does without needing to pair a phone and having the WiFi or Bluetooth eating away the phone battery. Transmitting audio through FM is nice, but quality isn't great. My car does have a backup camera, if yours doesn't this might be an option, but mind that installing a rear camera and routing wires through your car could be a challenge. And you'd still need to remove and replace the Carpuride unit (and unplug and replug all the wires) when you park in any place where car thieves may see a big shiny screen and smash in your window. What I'd like to see for a device like this is something really flat that can be attached to the sun visor, just flip the visor up and it's outta sight. With just ONE cable to it for power and audio, maybe a splitter on the other end with a USB power plug, 3,5mm audio jack, camera in etcetera. And maybe DAB+ reception, since cars that devices like these are aiming for probably don't have that either. Yes we're probably talking $$$ now but it'd be worth it if it does it all and can be easily installed in any car.

[@LuisCruz-ty8sl]

Apple car play.

[@The_Duck_Pond]

I’m very interested but wonder if it can survive being mounted in a 4x4 (Humvee) and the vibrations when not on a paved road.

[@databits]

The mount they provide for the windshield would not survive rough terrain. The dash mount might if you screwed it down.

[@matanshalev1074]

Loved the video! Thinking on getting one for my car… can you be connected to the Car play and play Apple Music while connected to the original car speakers?

[@databits]

There are options to do this yes.

[@ebennett3655]

omg I live so close to you.. Thats freaking cool man

[@zsoltbarta9012]

Hey, 1 thing I'm wondering about: do you think I could install an app from a usb drive on this device? Particularly thinking of a TPMS software.

[@sanmac9621]

Is it getting slow ?

[@databits]

Mine was not slowing down.

[@vickyvarghese]

Do you have to switch it off manually when you lock the car or is it auto shut off

[@databits]

It’s only auto shut off if your vehicle shuts the power off to your 12 V socket.

[@polleromannn]

How can I send audio to my car if I'm using Android auto, i've tried everything but android refuse to send audio to another device, just the android auto receiver...

[@databits]

FM Radio transmit or Aux In are two options with this unit.

[@richard-df6pr]

can this be used for gps without a phone being connected

[@databits]

No

[@als2887]

am i able to download youtube

[@hamishspencer]

Weird that the navigation voice is an Australian accent... ?

[@predatorhunteranon8315]

Hi. Is there a way to put my own start up home screen on this please?

[@databits]

Apparently there is. From the Carpuride website: We can upgrade the boot logo for free, completely personalized. For example, set your boot logo to match your model, or set the boot screen to your preferred personal or family photo, etc. Simply send us your preferred boot logo or picture. Check their website for more details. Their name dot com.

[@predatorhunteranon8315]

@@databits I'd like the Mx5 logo and a Masonic wallpaper.

[@assocrec]

solid review! Can you voice-text people?

[@databits]

With Siri, I had no trouble doing this

[@onometre]

Why'd you decide to go this route instead of replacing the head unit again?

[@pHD77]

My guess would be just to show that this option exists for those, who aren't comfortable replacing the head units themselves or can't afford to pay someone to do it. If I still had my old 2012 Chevrolet Spark, which had (and probably still has) the default car stereo with a CD slot and a minijack input, I would certainly have considered this among my options. I would have Android Auto at my fingertips and would only need to either get the FM transmitter going or hook it up to a minijack to get the audio from the unit into my car stereo.

[@DavidSusiloUnscripted]

Sometimes you can lose a lot of vehicle features if you change the head unit. In my car, for example, I’ll lose drive modes, air ionizer, shock absorber dampening modes, etc, if I replace the factory HU

[@pHD77]

@@DavidSusiloUnscripted That's so true; I hadn't even considered how so many features of a modern car are accessed through the head unit, but still might lack Android Auto/Apple Carplay support or a proper, fully updated built-in sat nav system.

[@databits]

I was gifted this for demo. To others’ points, modern car radios integrate so many features into the car itself. I lost steering wheel controls with my Pioneer (an additional module from Pioneer could bring them back).

[@jannacino5495]

Does all your app showing in the apple carplay?

[@databits]

No, only apps that are compatible with CarPlay will show on the screen. Apparently you can share your entire screen of your phone with this device with a wire plugged in.

[@phrankdatank]

Would something like a magic box work with this?

[@databits]

I’m not familiar with a magic box. What is that?

[@Dem816gritter]

Can you watch youtube and stuff on this?

[@databits]

There is a way!

[@yordibenito4649]

Whats the inch of it ???

[@databits]

10.3

[@ADINKAMTECHNOLOGY]

Nice review👍

[@fran2967]

Does it work with an Audi A4 2016?

[@databits]

Works with any car on the planet.

[@MrAntennaBall]

Hey Bros, does this work with steering wheel buttons? Edit: Nevermind.

[@databits]

Ok 👍

[@wicked_smaaht]

How did you connect your sound out? Phone connected to both car BT and device BT? Or connected the device to car through FM transmitter ? Or AUX?

[@databits]

All of these are available options. I used an iPhone connected by Bluetooth to both the car stereo and the Capuride.

[@antoinefranklin8636]

Will it fit my 2009 Nissan Sentra

[@databits]

Any vehicle with a windshield 😁

[@antoinefranklin8636]

@@databits ok gonna make a purchase then I’ve been wanting apple CarPlay in my car for some years

[@databits]

@@antoinefranklin8636 let me know your thoughts on it. My wife and I are using the 7 inch version in her car. So far so good.

[@antoinefranklin8636]

@@databits ok bro how do you guys like it

[@vickyvarghese]

can we watch netflix or youtube with this device

[@databits]

Apparently, this is possible using screen mirroring. I did not try this.

[@vickyvarghese]

@@databits it’s not working on iPhone screen mirroring but may be it works on android

[@humbertonunez3350]

I would love this and I totally wish I could afford it! It looks too nice :(

[@tyisgonee]

Hey so I don’t have a aux port on my 2018 civic all I have is a usb port and a 12v port how would I make it to where my audio would play through my car speakers

[@databits]

Your only option would be the FM transmitter that’s built into this device. I will admit that any FM transmitter other than one that’s wired to your radio antenna isn’t going to be that great. But it will work.

[@tyisgonee]

@@databits I just bought a car play unit with Bluetooth and my car has Bluetooth if I connect my car to the unit I bought and connect my phone to the unit via CarPlay everything should work out good?

[@databits]

The way I did it in the video and in real life as well was to connect Bluetooth to both the car and the smart display. I don’t know if that works for everybody but it did for me.

[@tyisgonee]

@@databits hopefully it works for me

[@databits]

@@tyisgonee I think it will. What kind of phone do you have?

[@MarshallSmith27]

I love this I just wish it didnt have the huge tacky Carpuride logo lol

[@databits]

Cover it with electrical tape. 😆

[@gerardregan6937]

How do I listen to radio channels ?

[@databits]

That would be done on your radio.

[@gerardregan6937]

@@databits as in , for radio I listen as I normally would on in car radio?

[@databits]

@@gerardregan6937 - Correct

[@itzdcx7991]

I hate seriously hate large bezels espe ones that have logos on them I DONT WANT TO SEE YOUR LOGO IN THE FRONT😂

[@lee-franciscouriers7630]

Just got one of these units, I can play music to my car stereo via my phones BT while also being connected to this unit, however for some reason I can not get GPS audio to play via the cars stereo if my phones is connected to this unit. Almost makes this unit pointless!

[@databits]

That’s no fun! iPhone or Android?

[@lee-franciscouriers7630]

@@databits iPhone, I have not connected the Carpuride to the car's BT via the transmit option as I want to keep my phone connected to the car.

[@databits]

@@lee-franciscouriers7630 - does the turn by turn directions play through the speaker on the Compuride?

[@pinajolado7524]

iPhone 5? Damn

[@axlgonzalez3039]

🔥🔥🔥

[@djavatar68]

Another reason for thieves to break into the car.

[@Luis-or9jh]

LuisLozada

[@quarterkey4766]

I just bought 1 for 10 dollars from a crackhead

[@yoikaika8819]

remove your personal info in your video, dude!

[@databits]

What info?

[@yoikaika8819]

@@databits personal numbers, contact ,etc

[@jacobsgarage1458]

High voltage

[@databits]

How?