Ottocast CarPlay Lite C5, Android Auto, Pros and Cons

[@Oevie78]

Thank you for this in-depth review! The con’s outweigh the pro’s for me personally so you have convinced me of NOT buying this C5 and saving my money for a future, improved version! Thx 🙏🏻

[@stevebuchanan5618]

I purchased one of these a couple of months ago for my 2019 Yamaha Tracer 900 GT. I absolutely love it so much I discontinued using my Garmin Zumo XT. Great Product for the money.

[@sd5458]

That's currently my situation. I have a KTM that has very basic turn by turn in the dash. I've never had GPS and started researching, and it basically came down to a Zumo XT and aftermarket mount ~$700 between the two. Instead I bought a cheap amazon mounting bar and this C5 unit, and won't have to use Garmin's crappy outdated maps and UI. Is this C5 pretty basic? Totally, but it keeps the continuity of being able to use your Google Maps or Apple maps and have it be mirrored on the motorcycle. I for one, am super excited about this device even with its shortcomings. It's obvious to those who know about tech Otto / the manufacturer basically ported over Android auto, so a lot of the Linux functions come over with it (an older version of Android Auto I think). This is why things like the date with no internal battery exist which was not fully thought out. Anyways, my total cost out the door for this setup is $330 and I can use it on multiple bikes. Also - how many Garmins are fully waterproof? VIRTUALLY NONE!

[@steveeichelberger806]

Thanks for sharing your experience. The Garmin units I have used over the years are waterproof. Originally the GPSMAP series and the Montana series.

[@davidrahbany]

Excellent review. I just purchased a similar (perhaps exactly the same) unit of another name. Packaging and everything else appear identical. You've answered all the questions I had prior to purchase. Thanks!

[@bcultra]

I bought this unit a few months ago. Only paid about $100.00 for it so I took a chance on it. My observations are as follows. The sound quality from the unit to my Sena headset is tinny and loses bass (not that the bass was all that, to begin with on the Sena). What I really like is the Nav feature with Google Maps, I like being able to set routes on the computer and send them to my phone to be used later. I like the touch screen and the large size. Optimum mix would be to keep music playing from the phone and Nav from the unit. Not sure if I'll keep it or put in on the pile of rejects. Anyway, thanks for your review.

[@molonlabe9602]

On most devices, if you're listening to music and a call comes in, the music moves to the background. When the call is over, the music moves back into the foreground automatically.

[@gregwee5272]

At $260, I admit you’d need to think somewhat about it. However there are other non branded OEM units that cost $100 or so, and at this price point, it is a fantastic piece of equipment to replace Garmin or zumo of whatever you are using. I am using one now and love the Google map functions on it.

[@RobertB56]

I bought the non branded version for just over $100 for that price you can't expect to get Rolls Royce quality at a VW price point

[@ConstantinDendrinos]

Nice video, thank you! Just a thought: with the same amount of money you can buy a rugged Android phone and instead of streaming your main phone - with all the complication that brings - you can just have a dedicated phone on your dash. And you can add a traveling SIM card in so now you have 2 phones - a good safety option in case of emergency.

[@ozom]

Issue I had with that setup is that the phone overheats when exposed for a long time. Battery discharges faster and I wouldn't be surprised if life is shortened or it might bloat or explode (fingers crossed).

[@ozbusa]

That exactly what I have done. I have a rugged phone with its own sim. Mirrors WhatsApp and works for music, nav, etc. My cardo will allow two Bluetooth devices, so my normal phone in my pocket still works for old style voice calls. I went this way so my main phone is always with me as a back up in case of an off anytime, not stuck on the bike across the other side of the road..

[@iangeorge8177]

Interesting review, but my experience has been a little different. I've just been testing and my Cardo Edge seems to work fine with both the C5 and DMC at the same time. i.e. I can control my music and calls through the C5 (Android Auto), whilst also conversing with other riders bike to bike.

[@nfinnigan]

Fantastic review, thanks for sharing. Yes, on paper the device looks great, but when you get it, it's not what you expect. I could not communicate with other riders on my fodsports Bluetooth device when connected to my car play device, so annoying I sent it back for a refund. Many thanks.

[@drsessum]

Great video. I installed a C5 on my Concours 14 and took a 5500 mile trip. I have a Sena system in my helmet and another Sena for my passenger. I too was disappointed by the fact that once my helmet connected to the C5, I could not communicate with my passenger through the Sena system. Also, as you said, phone calls were very noisy for the other side of the call.

[@herodotus425]

I have the C5 and I'm using it with a Sena 10S. I haven't had any problem with mine. I can use the intercom and answer calls just fine. What Sena are you using?

[@seansteede]

Gaia GPS works and it's AWESOME on this unit. I use Google Maps for road riding, and Gaia GPS when dual sporting. I have USB power on the bars of both bikes and a ram mount quick release so I can move the CarPlay Lite C5 between bikes quickly. So far, it's been a great little unit and since I also use Android Auto on both my family vehicles, it's been nice using the same platform. I also output music through the unit to my headphones in my helmet (just wireless headphones, nothing exotic). It's great to control music through the glove friendly screen using Spotify. Now I just have to see how durable it will be....some big off road rides coming up soon so it will be put to the true torture test!

[@PAW_Ohio]

Great review. I just ran across this device on a Facebook post tonight and started researching it. With shortcomings you pointed out I don’t think I will be purchasing one at this time just to be able to have access to CarPlay. Maybe if they address those problems I would consider one. Thanks.

[@techguyMD]

The crazy thing is MOST bikes don't have android auto or apple car play! BMW, HD, etc... They connect to your phone but they run proprietary software that isn't universal like Android Auto or Apple car play! We're talking 2023 models!

[@sd5458]

Yeah I'm not sure what "the Slab" is talking about, only the new Honda Goldwing and I think perhaps a single BMW model use Apple Car Play. Not sure what he's smoking.

[@bluewombat]

Lol, all 2018 Road Glides, Street Glides and Tri-Glides and up have both Android Auto and Apple Carplay. As long as you have the Boombox GTS system. My 2019 CVO Road Glide has it.

[@bluewombat]

The Africa Twin also has Apple Carplay, those are the ones I kmow for sure has it.

[@techguyMD]

@@bluewombat Right. With an added system.

[@techguyMD]

@@bluewombat That's why I said most. Most bikes don't have it.

[@GARamblinMan]

I had the Garmin Zumo motorcycle navigation unit on a previous bike and liked that even though it was pricey. I have a new motorcycle now and didn’t move it over. I just mount my IPhone on the handlebars and use Google Maps or Apple Maps and with the larger new IPhone I have I can see the display just fine. I have a USB port to keep the phone charged, it connects easily to my SENA headset so I’ve just decided to use my phone now and not spend money on a Garmin or unit like this. If I had a big Harley-Davidson touring bike with the infotainment system, I probably would get it connected to Apple CarPlay with the necessary hardware. Great and thorough review as always. Ride safe!

[@UncleLongbeard]

The only issue is that no matter what mount you have, it will transfer vibrations from your bike to the phone. And that will probably destroy your phone's camera. Even if you have vibration dampened mount. I tested that on my channel and the results were rather bad.

[@benriley4398]

I tried using my phone as well using Quadlock and anti-vibration adapter for it. I found the phone is hard to use as once it heats up, the screen goes dim to prevent overheating. And once it does overheat, it shuts down completely. Also, if using maps and a call came in, it would swich screens, but then not go back to the maps after a call, and then if I didn't switch it over to maps right away, the phone screen would then time-out which means I had to unlock it. And you can't use face-ID with a helmet, and trying to unlock using your PIN with gloves while driving is just dangerous. I ended up using Carplay. It always works, never overheats and easy to navigate even with gloves.

[@Brumart34]

Bonjour Merci pour votre vidéo qui est très intéressante parce que vous expliquez autant les avantages que les inconvénients, ce qui nous permet de juger l'intérêt pour chacun d'entre nous Bruno - France Hello Thank you for your video which is very interesting because you explain both the advantages and the disadvantages which allows us to judge the interest for each of us Bruno - France

[@bobbluesbarker]

I use Waze on my android phone which is also Android Auto compatible.

[@bradmoran2609]

I would like to see these features plus a digital speedometer/tach/gauges...🙂

[@zyonsdream]

So I don’t have android but I do use a Cardo setup along with my iPhone. I’m looking at this unit mostly for Nav and being waterproof. I would think you could connect the iPhone to the unit and then leave your iPhone connected to the Cardo. The audio would still plum through the phone but the video would go to the head unit. I could be wrong about this but ultimately, it’s the phone that controls what the head unit does.

[@Richard-vj3vs]

@Dalevd have you tried connecting it to phone directly? Does it still brick your cardo?

[@markmattson4752]

Thanks Craig for your honest opinion ! Stay safe and have fun on your ride to Virginia . I am doing the pa wilds bdr next Saturday to Tuesday looks like might be a little rain but fingers crossed it changes!

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

Let me know how the BDRX is, some of us are thinking about doing it in June...maybe,

[@markmattson4752]

Will do

[@denisbar7334]

Great review. Helped me a lot with my decision

[@IzzitHey]

Great video. Definitely needed to watch this before buying. This device is nowhere near mature enough for me to buy. Needs a lot of work.

[@Dalevd]

Love your videos. I was very interested in this product. But I think I will stay with my Garmin.

[@javierc2726]

A little correction.. wifi is not 5 'gigabyte', instead it is 5 'gigahertz', thats the frequency. Great channel !

[@Triaed]

WiFi speed can be measured in Gbps (gigabits per second), but I believe he was referring to WiFi 5 (which the manufactured has spec'ed out as 5G). To your point, frequency is 5.8Ghz. Manufacturer could have been clearer.

[@kevinstover5155]

You DO NOT have to set the time and date every time. When turned on it syncs to your phone. D and T are populated automatically.

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

The date and time are populated on the Android Auto Home screen, but not the device's home screen (they are different). At least on the device I was sent. It may work differently with CarPlay.

[@TheUnwokeFool]

I purchased the exact same unit about a month ago. It arrived in the evening mail so I first played with in inside using a Bluetooth speaker as the BT Emit device. Everything was working well so I tried it out on my bike the next morning. I need to pair my audio source (usually my phone) and helmet directly to my bike so that I can take advantage of the audio controls on the handlebars. I disconnected my phone from the bike and tried to pair this as the BT Emit device and they just would not pair. The device seems to have limited profiles in the emit mode.

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

I paired my phone via the standard Bluetooth connection under settings. My headset is connected via the BT Emit.

[@TheUnwokeFool]

@@LivingOffTheSlab Yes, that is what I did, or tried to do. It connected to a BT speaker as BT Emit, but won't connect to the bike as BT emit. Just sits there saying 'connecting'.

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

@@TheUnwokeFool Sorry, misunderstood.

[@KetilDuna]

I think I saw a different review where a menu-choice can release the hold on the cardo (so you can use it as usual). Could you use it without the BT between the C5 and the headset? (phone giving sound) The sound quality was a bit of a red flag ... Thank you for the review

[@RobertB56]

I was thinking that myself just don't connect the audio part

[@KetilDuna]

@@RobertB56 I fell down the AA rabbit-hole, and ended up with the Chigee AIO-5 lite, which has f/r dashcam and other goodies (its own gps with altitude, TPMS ext, OBD ext) and apart from AA sometimes dropping connections it is perfect. Only audio is its own beeper to warn of being overtaken. This guy has permanent 12v pluss a signal wire for when ignition is on.

[@RobertB56]

I just ordered this device,yet to receive it,from Ali Express,for $160 Australian dollars,for this type of money I'm not expecting a Rolls Royce device for a Chinese MG price,but for my purposes it will serve the purpose,my biker mate has one and works really well for him,it's branded Fodsports,just a rebranded Ottocast which is priced $395 Australian dollars.

[@MainelyMoto207]

I would guess the date saving issue may be linked to having an SD card in it. But i could be wrong, wouldn't be the first time

[@kennydiesagain]

I got mine working correctly by pairing the Cardo as GPS to the C5 then under BT setting in my phone I disabled "audio" for the phone/Cardo paring

[@bluewombat]

I don't kmow about other navigation apps, but Waze also works with Android Auto Nad haz for years (it would be odd if it didn't since the service is owned by Google).

[@shropshirecycle]

TomTom Navigation, & Sygic both work on the device.

[@texaslonestarrider]

Interesting, never heard of these devices

[@RussellHogan]

I got one. Sometimes it is hard to connect to the phone and or my headphones. Other than that it works good.

[@deanja92]

I've seen a video of another way to hook up all 3 devices. Try connecting your Cardo with the phone first and then connect ONLY the phone to C5 Lite. Solves the issue of bad sound output/mic input, and you'll also regain control of the Cardo. Only thing is, you'll loose the ability to manage the audio app (I typically use Spotify for my music) and volume control on the C5 screen. Has anyone tried this method?

[@stevezphone]

Your review was helpful

[@elmer3383]

I have a Goldwing. I hate having to look at a small iPhone. I installed a Garmin. It is about a 3” Screen. That’s Smaller than this . I am stuck with its map system . I love WAZE . I need no music. I have wire communication. I did want it for text rec and phone call Rec . How did an incoming call sound using the internal speaker?

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

The internal speaker is not good. You need a headset.

[@mapheomotto5594]

Yea phone calls suck, i have a spare phone for the navi to link up to the C5, sucks hope they fix this, cause my cardo doesnt even register on the cardi connect app.

[@davinaneether5183]

Your problem with the mic being muffled, and picks up background, could the mic be directional and your speaking into the backside?

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

Good thought, but no, mic was used correctly.

[@antonymealing9700]

If you go into the android auto app settings on your phone you can turn off the music auto start

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

Does not work for the songs stored on the SD card.

[@antonymealing9700]

Okay,that makes sense,what if you used a different media player like vlc or something

[@motolucci46]

Waze, music, and announcing my incoming texts work great. But for some reason it will not connect phone calls to my Sena headset. It will call out, and it will show the incoming call but but I cannot hear anything and the person on the other end cannot hear anything. It stops the music during a call but its just silent. I have gone through all settings and cannot find anything that would pertain to this. The only thing I can think of is that on the screen right before it goes to CarPlay, it givers you a message that it will start up on bluetooth and then once it establishes a connection, it will use wifi to transmit data. Maybe the phone calls dont come through in wifi? Its frustrating because everything else works exactly as I hoped except for the phone calls.

[@LeokillerTW]

我目前是將手機連線給車機，並且關閉媒體的權限，再將安全帽的藍牙與手機連線，這樣就能更好的使用

[@TechnMoto]

I don’t understand. If I can do all this stuff on my iPhone why would I purchase this. Weird seems redundant to me but what do I know. Great review

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

This device is waterproof, that is the main benefit.

[@samlsecond8200]

These units are theoretically good for people who want to protect their expensive phones and who also like the CarPlay or Android Auto experience. Also this units should have very good touch control even using plain old motorcycle gloves which is something you don't get with an actual phone. I would love to have the nice simple interface of Android Auto and have that experience work for my motorcycle use with normal motorcycle gloves, and I would love to have my phone sitting protected in my tank bag where it can charge via USB. So in theory for me these devices would be awesome. But from what I'm seeing in this video there are still a lot of major gotchas to watch out for. One of the biggest problems is the lack of great mapping and routing apps. I did purchase the new MRA Beta Next app which is eventually going to work with both carplay and Android Auto, but that is a work in progress.

[@pawtukkit]

Having been ejected from a bike (and thus separated from my phone on the bars), I don’t ride with my phone away from my person anymore. Between that and the simplified CarPlay interface, devices like these have massive potential.

[@Jaslath]

@@TechnMoto *I get all of this on my phone.* And people have had their phone cameras destroyed by vibrations or have phone drop off. This gives a person a way to access all their wanted phone functions while keeping the actual phone protected.

[@mapheomotto5594]

Phones overheat when it's hot out, especially on long trips, on short trips phones are ok.

[@dave4148]

I have this and it keeps shutting off after a while, then needs to stay disconnected for a bit before it’ll turn back on

[@oliverlopez-portillo6652]

The C5 Cast device just sucks. I installed it on my motorcycle and it worked great for a couple of days... after that it just stopped working. What happened?... well, first when passing through a city or town or any place with many cars or buildings, it started to receive a lot of interference and it disconnected my headset, then it restarted itself for no reason, I had to disconnect it from the power source now The on/off button didn't respond. Once I rebooted it would work fine for a couple of hours and then reboot again. Overall, a pain in the ass. In the end, it no longer recognized my smartphone and did not stream carplay wifi, it only connected via BT intermittently and kept resetting itself. I ended up returning the product and they refunded my money via Mercado Libre (Latam). Don't get me wrong, it's a great idea and a very useful gadget for us who ride motorcycles almost daily, but I feel that the product needs to mature and in the following versions it will possibly be better and all these problems will be solved. For now, I will wait a few more months to buy the product again. Greetings and good riding to all!

[@pawtukkit]

Great review, thank you! Unfortunately, my Maxca C5 Lite (same unit) has all the same issues, and it’s +maddening+ to fight with it as it constantly attempts to redirect audio from my Cardo to the shabby speaker/mic on the unit. I’ll have to give “BT Emit” a try, but the fact that it bricks my Cardo while in use +and+ kills intercom means it’s likely a non-starter for me. Shame, it’s such a promising attempt let down by a miserably shoddy UX.

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

Thanks! I agree, I hope watch this video and the comments and make improvements.

[@satur9satur9]

​@@LivingOffTheSlab . Couple questions. What do you mean by logged in to xm app on phone. Are you using the phone app or going to website on phone. As far as I know everytime the app is opened you are logged in unless you log out manually. Also does KZbin music work. If you unplug this device daily. Does it keep Bluetooth and other settings( besides clock). I really only want this because. I keep my phone horizontal on bike for nav. But xm app and KZbin music only have portrait mode.phone screen isn't that bright on bike and touch sensitivity is spotty at best and icons are small. This seems like it will solve those issues for me. How easy is it to remove from cradle with gloves

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

In order to select SiriusXM channels, etc, you need to do that from the phone app. The unit will allow you to play whatever channel you have selected but does provide other features. It does work with KZbin music, but I did not test it directly. My guess is that it would work the same, only allowing you to play whatever playlist or channel you have selected. The connection information is retained when the unit is turned off. The unit is held into the cradle with a screw pin that must be undone to take the unit out. This would be hard to do with a glove.

[@tuberlend]

Hello. Is Maxca c5 Lite the excact same devices as ottocast? Can you power it with a usb cable? My bike has a usb socket, dont want to mess with wiring.

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

@@tuberlend I have not tested a Maxca, but they appear to be the same or very similar units. For the C5 three is a USB cable included that can be used to power the device.

[@simonvila3296]

I purchased this navigator and made a 4000 km trip to the north of Spain. I found out several issues with the connection, it disconnets by itself from the cell and it shows a message of wi-fi lost connection. You can solve it by restarting the navigator but it's a pain in the ass, it always happens at the worst time. I use Cardo Freecom 2x with it and the quality of the calls are crystal clear but like you I had issues to connect with my wife's cardo unit and talk to each other while using the navigator. I solved it from my wife's cell. Starting the Cardo app she looks for my Cardo device and makes a call. This way I can use the navigator and talk with my wife while riding. I have contact with the seller due to the issues with the connection and they sent me a new firmware than I am yet to test.

[@Lowlander1961]

Can you let us know if it solves the intercom problem? Otherwise the unit is useless for me.

[@simonvila3296]

@@Lowlander1961 yes, it solves it. You have to connect your navigator with your cardo unit and then switch on the other cardo unit and from the app of the other cardo unit look for yours one and make a call from the app. It sounds difficult but it's easy and works flawlessly

[@Lowlander1961]

@@simonvila3296 Thanks for the quick reply!

[@Road_Rash1]

Nice video, Craig. Sounds like this device needs a lot of work. Wonder if they can fix through updates? I do wish my Indian's Ride Command had Android Auto, but I've gotten accustomed to having my phone on my handlebar if I need to run anything Google-related.

[@diegomagarinos]

Both Osmand and Gaia gps support android auto.

[@chandorkaramitt]

It always start in dark mode while using IOS / Iphone !! So Google maps start in dark mode in day time also even set on Automatic

[@hamzasaud9544]

I need this in India how can i get it

[@Andynello75]

where i can dowload firmware update ?

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

Go to the Ottocast website and see if they have one. They did not when I did the video.

[@Andynello75]

@@LivingOffTheSlab i check on website and nope...yet

[@romedog5648]

i use waze in android auto for navigation

[@andrewshore262]

Maybe I’m missing the point here, but I’m not seeing why this unit is required? My iPhone sits on a quadlock which communicates with my bike & headset (Triumph GT pro 1200), why would I spend more money on this? If you’re riding an older bike then it’s the same deal without any connection to the bike, what are the benefits I don’t get it - but thanks for the review🇬🇧

[@20cent]

1. You don't have to take your phone out of your pocket and fiddle with a mount 2. Yes Quadlock is easier and faster to use than others but a.some phones don't have Quadlock cases (the sticker is not the safest), b. It can screw up the phone camera (not sure if their rubber vibration absorber extra mount fixed it) and c. Quadlock + case + vibration damper cost the same as this cleaner solution 3. Not sure about this particular model, but other ones are already available with connectable extensions such as tire pressure sensors and onboard front-rear camcorders

[@benriley4398]

I tried using my phone as well using Quadlock and anti-vibration adapter for it. I found the phone is just a pain to use on the motorcycle. For one, once it heats up, the screen goes dim to prevent overheating. And once it does overheat, it shuts down completely. Also, if using maps and a call came in, it would switch screens, but then not go back to the maps after a call, and then if you dont catch it and switch to the maps screen right after the call, the phone screen would then time-out which means I had to unlock it. And you can't use face-ID with a helmet, and trying to unlock using your PIN with gloves while driving is just dangerous. Using the phone with quadlock just didn't work well unless you don't mind pulling over to unlock your phone every now and then. I ended up using Carplay. It always works, never overheats and easy to navigate through the menu even with gloves. Yes it stinks that it makes the other features of your BT headset useless for other communications. But honestly, my friends and I never pair up our headsets. We use the Discord app on our phones and use the voice chat feature. Much easier then having to pair up headsets

[@andrewshore262]

@@benriley4398 I’m not sure where you live, but my iPhone doesn’t overheat? You can upgrade Siri with AI and it will respond to voice commands ie close and open apps at will - not that I want to be taking calls when I’m riding it’s a pleasurable thing but ok now and again. You can overdose on gadgets and it’s just another thing that’s lightly to get nicked, fair enough if it’s incorporated into the actual dash but another electronic device strapped to your bike…..not for me.

[@kiskiss4685]

I have a same bike and i use this but have some issues from the triumph vibrations around 5000 rpm the device is rebooting :( but still better than mounting my phone on the bike, and triumph navigation system is useless.

[@Richard-vj3vs]

For me the main reason is if I crash and get badly hurt I still have my ohone with me to call for help, also my phone tets to overhear a lot on a sunny day and degrades my battery. I also like the more driving focused UI.

[@MrPoliarinis]

Waze works ?

[@steveeichelberger806]

Do you plug your phone into the unit or is it wireless? My truck doesn’t support wireless CarPlay, only wired, so I’m not familiar with the functionality of wireless CarPlay.

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

Yes, it is wireless. You pair your phone to the device.

[@steveeichelberger806]

@@LivingOffTheSlab thanks! Using Apple CarPlay in my truck is fairly seamless. If this worked as well, it would be worth it to me. If it’s a hassle to pair to my phone and my Sena, I would quickly become frustrated.

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

@@steveeichelberger806 You might not like this then because the connection is not always easy.

[@Galopo]

This thing keeps turning off mid-ride; do anyone else experiences this?

[@serkan37340]

benim cihaz ne zaman isterse o zaman çalışıyor. Bazen hiç çalışmıyor.

[@joaoalmeida1959]

if you use your phone in the pocket you have to use a powerbank to?

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

I guess that would depend on how long your battery lasts.

[@normandegeorge6526]

You need a Garmin Zumo XT2.

[@KasperCDK]

But why connect the headset to the device? Why not just let the phone be connect to the headset? The screen just acts like a remote

[@RobertB56]

Exactly my thoughts

[@Magicinstalls]

Ottocast, maxca. All the same units with different software. Worked on a maxca for 5 hours trying to get siri to work while riding. Finally gave up. Apparently the unit doesn't switch to the helmet mic for Siri. Still uses the phone mic. Deal breaker. Sending it back.

[@JamesWard-ek2vh]

Cardio compatability with senna

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

I don't have a Sena so I did not test.

[@Danish-ADV]

My nightmare startet when i bought this. It disconnects from bluetooth all the time. 90% of the times i try to turn it on, it does nothing. I have to take it out of the mount and click ot back in, before it works. I have spend 3 weeks now with their support on e-mail and only get stupind answers and keep telling over and over again what is wrong. Have asked many times if i can get a new or my money back. But get no answer…..

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

Sorry to hear that.

[@tigerdon12]

They will definitely give you the run around. Mine stopped working and I spent three weeks trying to get them to answer a simple question. Replace or refund. I had to send video proof that the unit was not working multiple times. After two months of this run around they finally said I had to send it back to them for inspection before they would decide to send a new unit or refund. They wanted me to send it to China for this inspection. I just took the loss.

[@roberthuss6342]

It looks like Apple Car Play is better supported than Android auto. Rever and my personal favorite , Scenic both support Car Play.

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

Yes, CarPlay is more widely supported. Hopefully that will change.

[@NJMike67]

Does Calimoto support Android Auto? I am on iOS and enjoyed this video.

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

As far as I know, they do not. Pretty much all of the navigation apps are concentrating on Apple CarPlay and will get to Android auto at some point...at least that is what I read.

[@NJMike67]

@@LivingOffTheSlab Thats a bummer. I have been eyeballing the new S23 Ultra. Guess a quadlock + vibe killer is the way to go then. Ride safe...following your channel since the Victory Vision days.

[@rionaldiariston4829]

Hi Craig I have one installed on my bike, before it was run well until I changed my Phone to IP14 Pro and now the Carplay doesn’t work. Do you have a solution pleaee 🙏

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

No sorry, I am an Android guy. Maybe on of the other commenter can help.

[@broderp]

Honestly, that company lost me when it couldn't keep the date and time. Too bad, it looked promising.

[@onkarbhalerao7233]

I bought 2 ... 1 is working fine with the date and time but 2nd is not keeping the time . Any solutions?

[@kiskiss4685]

Hi, i have a same device and around 5000 rpm from the vibrations reboot all the time any idea how can fix this problem? Thanks

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

Sorry no. I would contact the manufacturer.

[@Motacyclist]

It’s the connectors on the cradle. I have a similar unit and cured this by using a screwdriver when securing the unit in the cradle, rather than being just finger tight.

[@DavidNewmanDr]

There is an expensive solution - get a bike that doesn't vibrate (e.g. every electric motorbike). But the cheap one, as already mentioned, is to use a screwdriver and be careful where you attach it.

[@Blk_World_Raid]

I bought one of these. After 3 months it's paying up and support is no longer Helping.

[@oliverlopez-portillo6652]

El dispositivo C5 Cast simplemente apesta. Lo instalé en mi motocicleta y funcionó muy bien durante un par de días... después de eso, simplemente dejo de funcionar. Que sucedio?.. bueno, primero al pasar por una ciudad o pueblo o cualquier lugar con muchos carros o edificios, empezo a recibir mucha interferencia y desconectaba mi headset, despues se reiniciaba solo sin razon, tenia que desconectarlo de la fuente de energia ya que el boton de encendido/apagado no respondia. Una vez que reiniciaba, trabajaba bien un par de horas y nuevamente se reiniciaba. Total, un dolor de culo. Al final ya no reconocia mi smartphone y no hacia el wifi straming del carplay, solo se conectaba via BT de manera intermitente y seguia reseteandose solo. Termine regresando el producto y me devolvieron mi dinero via Mercado Libre (Latam). No me malinterpreten, es una gran idea y un gadget muy util para nosotros que andamos en moto casi a diario, pero siento que le hace falta al producto madurar y en las siguientes versiones posiblemente sea mejor y todos estos problemas se resuelvan. Por lo pronto, esperare de nuevo unos meses mas para volver a adquirir el producto. Saludos y buena rodada para todos!

[@dentman67]

It would seem that this thing is just a really bad version of a cell phone with a bad battery and broken GPS.

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

True, you can do everything with your phone. The advantage is that this is waterproof, but it does have its limitations as well. Perhaps a future version will address the shortcomings.

[@masterxace]

75% of your problems were android auto related. Also the muffled part is because you were probably using the mic on the unit itself and not the Cardo.

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

CarPlay made indeed act differently. For sound, it would have been pretty impossible to be using the unit's internal speaker with my helmet on, and my wife upstairs on her phone.

[@hashtagjustadad5110]

This does not make sense. It’s 2023 and this unit does not have an internal battery? You have to set the date every time you use it because it looses power? I’m betting there is something wrong with your unit.

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

Maybe, I asked but got no response.

[@whymangomad]

@@LivingOffTheSlab How you see with direct sun? Can you see easily? Thanks!!

[@bajadogs]

Once it connects to your phone the date will match up

[@LivingOffTheSlab]

@@bajadogs On the Android Auto screen, yes, but not the home screen. At least on mine.

[@bajadogs]

@@LivingOffTheSlab Hmmm. I don't spend much time on the Home Screen. Once it connects to my iPhone it goes into CarPlay. I'll double check and let you know.

[@susu198215]

Buy a quad lock and mount your I phone in front and it will do everything and much more then this device….

[@benriley4398]

Your phone will also randomly time out causing you to have to pull over to unlock it. your phone screen will also start getting dimmer and dimmer as you ride and the phone heats up and reduces brightness to avoid overheating. And then when it DOES overheat, it will shut down completely. So yeah, the phone has the POTENTIAL to do what this unit does. But unfortunately, it cannot do it without issues.

[@Teeock]

I did 4000KMs across Spain last year using a quad lock and Samsung ULTRA S21 and it worked great, screen never got dimmer, nor did the phone overheat. One cavet, the Ultra S21 is a $1400 waterproof tope of the range phone, other phones may not perform as well as the Samsung

[@rob.granger]

Mine wil shutoff 5-10 times during a 3-4 hour ride. Skip it.

[@Tobiker]

Thanks a lot. After watching i will NOT buy this Device.