Is a $100 Apple CarPlay Mirror Worth It?

[@yovaniarce6796]

For the off centered mounting issue you said at the beginning of the video, there’s mounting brackets that replace the entire mirror itself. It screws into the new mirror and mounts into the windshield where the old mirror uses to be. That way it’s centered

[@99shadows66]

Can you supply interested ones with a link or more information on the mounting bracket you're talking about?

[@NoobyNot]

It's super cool to mess with while still having the full functionality of a rearview mirror

[@CS-oe8og]

What’s good about it is its portability. Tucking the wire out of the way, no permanent changes to the car is the best part. No it’s not OEM Infotainment system quality, but I can put it in my 92 Camaro so I have cameras and apple car play with out modifying my 41K mile original car.

[@NickNieves112]

Love the honest review. I have something similar but it's just a full screen dashcam front and back. Can't understand why you'd have carplay on it rendering half the screen useless. Even the ADAS was a weird idea. Why would that matter on a rearview? Too much going on taking away your attention for the road. Glad you kept it real on this one.

[@mlwrance]

This is an interesting idea but not ideal for safe driving. I use my center rearview mirror a lot, so covering it up seems like a bad idea. If it was just a mirror that also had the front and rear cameras then that would be a cool addition but the Apple CarPlay is unnecessary.

[@CCBurban]

I was gonna find a bracket so it can sit on the dash

[@CCBurban]

So you can keep an your mirror an have this on the dash about the radio or vent which ever it at the top of the center

[@oscarmohamed1175]

Love that website I bought a radio there for my mom's Mazda CX-7 about 7 years ago it's still hanging in there. That mirror might be overkill for just a front and rear camera. But it does have it's on storage so that might justify it idk but still pretty Kool.

[@rmendez011]

​@@oscarmohamed1175 The front and rear camera aren't over kill, the Apple Carplay/Android Auto is, it sounds cool in theory but not in actual use. The front and rear camera is actually pretty useful (the rear camera more), it's a dash cam, I have a similar one in both my cars (from Vantop) and I can actually see more area in them than the side mirrors, granted I don't solely rely on just the camera, I do use the side mirrors. The built-in dash cam function (mine didn't have built in memory, I had to purchase a 128GB Micro SD card myself for ~$20) is also useful, I haven't been in any accidents but I have been in a few close calls, when reviewing the video, the quality is decent, and license plates are legible, there is also a built-in "battery" (or super capacitor) which allows for parking mode recording, it records for a few seconds when motion is detected with the car off. Though it's not perfect, there are times where I park my car for the night and when I come back to my car to drive it, the screen had randomly dimmed itself, no issue I think, I just increase the brightness by swiping up on the right side of the screen (left side is up/down camera feed alignment), but there are times where the screen does not want to increase the brightness, there are other times where it does not turn on, but holding the power button makes it boot up (boot up time is ~5 secs).

[@oscarmohamed1175]

@@rmendez011 lol in your first paragraph that's what I meant. Sorry I need to go back to school 🏫🤣😂 I need to learn how to explain shit jajajaja.

[@johnnyaviles7240]

Recommend using the GPS if you want time and your speed timed stamp on your videos. It helps if you get in an accident and insurance needs the video. I just upgraded my mirror with this setup; without the CarPlay. Good video tho! 👍

[@nihongobenkyoshimasu3190]

I wonder if anyone watch this video because of the white Lotus Evora S (Supercharger) and the cute 'Niko' Huskie? Honestly I could not keep my eyes off this sporty and sleek roadster !!! One of my dreams....

[@rodneydickleman297]

I've owned a couple of those that strap over your mirror. It blocks the ventilation and causes the thing to burn out over time. If you can get a mirror bracket to mount it directly to windshield in place of the mirror it will last a lot longer.

[@briengakaplan-b1550]

How long did yours last before burning out? Just curious. I just got one (not this one) but I was def concerned about longevity since they have to deal with extreme heat or cold depending on where you live.

[@blaster-zy7xx]

I have one and it is not as practical as you might think. First, it is not stable in the Bluetooth connection. Second, I put it in a convertible and the screen is almost invisible with the top down. And lasty, in my case, it is no better than just having an electronic rear view mirror that is also a dash cam front and back. I disconnected the carplay and operate my music and navigate through the phone. I WOULD DEFINITELY put in an electronic camera rear view mirror in anything with obstructed rear views like a van, moving truck, delivery truck, semi, camper, etc. but for a convertible, it just doesn't work.

[@simplelife1741]

I feel like y’all miss the part that you can have it off and it’s just the mirror. Of course, you wouldn’t drive with it on.

[@Restlessgypzy]

Installing this in my current vehicle to the dash, with heavy duty Velcro, which I’ve used a lot in other devices over the years when I don’t yet want a perm Mount. Then once the transmission is done in my dually I can move it over and install it on the dash there. Love the idea of having it as a dash installation on older vehicles, that might not have the dash space for a full on full screen, back up cam, upgrade. But I refuse to ever put anything over my mirror. Thank you for an awesome video.

[@patrickkenyon3708]

Thanks for the review. I am exploring options on a used truck I bought. I want android auto and a backup cam. I am looking for something that wont take up more space in the windshield that also wont cost a small fortune. Might look into this.

[@FrostedZaibatsu]

Wouldve loved a test on the camera and how detailed (the video) it is on the road. I have one thats a little old and glitching out, and would like a new one. Having a dashcam and reverse cam for safety and insurance is a must on the road these days

[@akirsyakir]

OMG you listening to eye spy by nightlovel had me excited haha! that jam is hard! good video nontheless! i like that the device auto run the apple carplay when you're in the car.

[@johnsimun6533]

Take the wires zip tie, tape, something together, then drop them down to the mount on the windshield, then run them up to the mirror. Gps is beneficial for times that you may not connect to android auto/CarPlay. Sometimes instead of pulling out your phone, or if someone is going to insert directions.

[@viking0900]

The design is so flawed. Camera should be mounted under. Not the side . The plug in extension should be flush with the back. It should replace the old mirror entirely. I don’t think i would buy this for $100 . For double that you can get a much better one. Pretty good video. Really did a great job pointing out the good and bad . Hopefully your video help’s them redesign the product.

[@thebrownguy79]

I hate add ons like this that get power from the 12v plug. If you’re going to commit to integrating something like this, it should be hard wired into the vehicle.

[@bahhaziz]

The main use of this device is dash cam 🤷 you haven't tried it 🤔

[@baconzz]

My car already got a backup camera but no car play or front cam would I be able to use it without the backup camera?

[@hrodz6237]

YES u don't need too install the back wire camera for u to use it.

[@DoeyPP]

All theses mirrors when they get hot from the sun in Tx they go out . Mine quit working in 1 month through it in the trash

[@wtfchris93]

Very interested in seeing the follow up update video on this

[@DJbradchad]

Honestly would just use that almost like a head unit. Keep my mirror

[@Koda716]

the ultimate windowless work van accessory

[@FreddyHad2]

Does the mirror mess up with the speaker or sound quality of the radio

[@jaywhite1850]

The issue I’ve found with these mirrors is the nighttime view from the rear camera. Very little light at night will completely washout your view. Headlights from far back will blind the crap out of you.

[@Tacojoint]

Put a piece of polarized film (like ones used for camera lenses) it takes it from washed out to just seeing the dot of headlights.

[@jaywhite1850]

@@Tacojoint On the camera? Because it’s not just the view from the screen but it’s also the recording. Film on the screen won’t really help with the camera sensor getting overwhelmed.

[@Tacojoint]

@@jaywhite1850 yep on the camera look it up it really does help with everything you described

[@2wrdr]

I installed a similar device. The problem I have is the extra weight on the mirror assembly causes the mirror to droop after driving down the road a bit and not sure how to make my mirror assembly tighter (ball part). Any suggestions from anyone? My car is an 07 (but very low mileage) Solstice GXP.

[@NoCrow]

I mean the camera is supposed to go in top center of the rear window. You know where your rear view mirror looks. Not by your license plate way down low.

[@DroneSurf]

That is exactly what people need. Another distraction to have accidents. I can see the value but they should disable the car play option when the car is in motion.

[@-liam5808]

Sounds like you just get distracted easily lol

[@blaster-zy7xx]

You don't even have to have the display on. If you turn the display off, it will still transmit the Bluetooth music from your phone to the stereo in your car and with the display off, it is just like a regular rear view mirror, but with front and rear dash cameras recording all the time the car is on. Another thing it will do is display a GPS moving map to give you directions so you don't have to have a phone mounted on the dashboard.

[@JustinPennito]

Is Android Auto wireless & does it also have ADAS features? I thought somewhere it did or you said it, or something?

[@devenyasay]

can you have the rear view camera on the left side instead of the right side?

[@CameronRay24]

Great video man keep it up I'm really interested in this mirror I might get it for my car

[@kleptodathief3946]

Bad idea! Way too small.. U don't wanna reach that high up as well. I find it small on 8inch hu on my corolla and.. 10in is good size

[@jetlifesr6437]

I like it cause I have really dark tint so I can really used the rear view part and also I don’t want to change my deck I have a 2002 Tahoe but it’s no beater but I would love to used one of these it really works for what I’m trying to do

[@Midgetslayer107]

Honestly, I got an 89 celiac and I’ve been looking for something like this because I’ve been wanting to try and save my head unit but still have CarPlay. Only problem is I feel like it would be too distracting

[@shallvo1982]

The question is I wouldn’t want apple car play. Already have it. Now could you drive and have the rear camera on the front camera on at the same time??

[@blaster-zy7xx]

Why do you want to see what is in front of you on the screen? Both the front and rear cameras are recording all the time, even if they are not displaying. You can toggle front or rear and back just by swiping,

[@rollinoutsidetv2892]

Question can it be in one of those dash phone stands? Instead? In ur opinion?

[@blaster-zy7xx]

There are other units specifically designed for mounting on the dash.

[@Lugmarston]

Everyone talking about safety you know it has a dam camera for the rear i don't even have one in my truck why are so many people so worried about safety when its the same thing as looks at the radio

[@vampirejared08]

Can you connect this with aux instead or FM only?

[@blaster-zy7xx]

Yes. Mine even comes with a patch cord, but that was just one more wire to route. But you would get better sound quality with the cord.

[@syeedali1364]

No. It’s obstruction of your rear view. Plus. If you have a Chevy. You got the North Star. You need something. That draws no attention for front and rear. Maybe also for the cabin

[@daviddawson5722]

Thank you for the video 👍🏾👍🏾

[@ItsWoadie]

Bro if you drove a car with Lane Departure Warning and it got annoying, I’d suggest staying in your lane and using blinkers homie 😂 my LDW only buzzes my seat and chimes when I’m swervin

[@oscarnavarro8632]

This unit has mirror link

[@libertyprime2852]

Even on a car with no factory screen I’d rather replace the stereo head unit or even mount a screen on the dash. I don’t think looking up at the rear view mirror all the time would cut it lol

[@blaster-zy7xx]

This works great for my little Honda S2000 since there is not much room for a new bigger stereo head or a dash mounted screen.

[@LegionMiniatureGames]

Bad distraction, it’s enough at times my mirror blocks another car at an intersection and I have to look around it. This just creates a distraction

[@dsingletary06]

I saw one in a car recently that came standard. It is definitely far better than a standard mirror. I'd argue much safer. I'm not sure if it had car play or not. It was built into the car. No wires

[@curtisj2165]

I have an auto dimming mirror, i wouldn't lose that for this thing. Better to change the head unit, easier to use on the go

[@ScorpionVonScotts600]

Being from Illinois I’m not sure that wouldn’t get you pulled over at night 😂

[@AngelLopez-ju3vg]

How’s the rearview camera in the night?

[@blaster-zy7xx]

Not great. But you can also just shut off the display and it becomes a normal rear view mirror and keeps playing the music from your carplay Bluetooth hookup.

[@bubbalo3388]

Cool in theory but when you do a split screen you basically have the same size touch screen as a cellphone. And having a smaller rearview is not safe and probably horrible quality at night. And more awkward and dangerous having to reach up flipping and tapping the screen than to have one lower.

[@vvocky]

W for being a Maxo Kream enjoyer

[@Itsjayduhhhhh]

I want android auto but not that bad, having things clutter my mirror just seems unsafe and wholly unnecessary

[@Leonvolt28]

I've got an Obdpeak t20. It's the same price and can be mounted on the dash. The screen is also way bigger.

[@Itsjayduhhhhh]

@@Leonvolt28 my car actually supports CarPlay so tbh I’ve just been bringing my old iPhone and using my hotspot

[@anthonycristiano]

I was expecting to see Carchet when it booted.

[@fayz.hakimov]

It’s better get iPad Air 2 in good condition for that money and you will have a big screen without draining your phone battery and you have another device to use other than phone.

[@dawid2pyka]

Is the site safe?

[@valpopval]

7:15 name of the song please!

[@thedoujinguynico7315]

Love your dog

[@Hawker400xp]

Never mess up the original rear view mirror.

[@JustAPersonWhoComments]

It’s insane tbh

[@MagnetFisher1]

Ayyye Night Lovell. Let’s gooooo.

[@donjaun540]

I mean if you can afford a lotus I would think you would pay the extra $1000 to 2k for something that will do the same thing. 😜

[@richardklegin-b1j]

Nebraska you can't have anything hanging off your mirrors

[@phyllyweezy1]

I would cut up my dash to fit it in there

[@chinatownboy7482]

I would not buy it. The rearview mirror screen is just small. Too small. The display is way too small for using the touchscreen, and it's awkward at best to look up at the mirror to use the phone, change the music, search for an address, and follow the mapping directions. And you find out real fast, that having to reach up to the mirror to toggle on the reverse camera display every time you need it, is just not a satisfactory experience. For the same amount of money, and oftentimes less money, you can get a double din head unit with a bigger screen, Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, rear view and front camera inputs, etc. Just personal experience. I recently upgraded a few old cars with reverse cameras and double din head units.

[@blaster-zy7xx]

There is a wire that hooks up to the rear reverse light that will switch it to full view reverse for you.

[@nbshftr]

less screens need to be in cars ngl

[@octoberboiy]

Mmmm nah, I just ordered a new car stereo with Apple CarPlay. I’d rather have an old fashion mirror.

[@zacharyreynolds4303]

it would have been interesting to see something like this become mainstream instead of the standard. instead of car related screen info on the gage cluster and then infotainment in the middle. maybe like how Tesla puts it all in one on the center tablet, maybe the opposite with everything on the gauge cluster. then have the middle be nothing but big physical buttons and open space. The three climate control buttons, volume knob and then a built in phone mount or something.

[@JustDontPls]

You look like Brian Ortega from the UFC

[@guiitarfreak_]

T-CITY MENTIONED‼️‼️🗣🗣🗣

[@hedlund88]

You need a sezure warning before the video starts due to the cut 2 cuts per second of footage

[@TransitAndTeslas]

I can't wait to intentionally leave a bunch of fingerprints all over my rear view mirror.

[@FrostedZaibatsu]

Ive had this product for 2 months and its so bad DONT BUY IT. Sometime the dashcam doesnt record, the screen will lag and you cant even get the buttons to work. You cant adjust the iso of the camera, so at night YOU LITERALLY CANT SEE ANYTHING because ANY LIGHT looks like a solar flare. This is literally a road hazard because my rearview mirror is useless at nighttime when cars are behid me. Since navigating the menus of the device are so laggy carplay is a nightmare to use, also the screen is so small its useless to look at. Just use your cellphone. FM radio for music is always static in the background so that useless as well. Literally every feature of this device is subpar is a waste of your money

[@tld8102]

imagine the oily finger print and smudges

[@altonkilbourn1595]

There's nothing wrong with this unit when you're mirror came off that was your fault you was messing the dog and paying attention what you was doing so don't blame that unit when installing anything you're attention should be on what you are doing not looking at a dog sleeping

[@chakajr11]

Maxo Kream 😂🤘🏼

[@ericwest4859]

I would put in my son's car he would use the android auto all day

[@donavinharris4352]

I also own a husky named niko I am now subscribing

[@christhewrench]

W o brother where art thou shirt

[@rallysammy]

Its ok

[@Opawesum]

No, it’s not worth it. Answering from the title alone. Mirrors don’t need to be digital. Use a regular one.

[@theboredblueberry]

Totally makes my car look sexy bro 👊🏻💚🤣💯💨💨💨♥️

[@justshukri9407]

I bought this type of product before not recommend it as it wiggle so much when driving so dont buy

[@adrianmcmillan9011]

Lol they didn't send you that. You bought it.

[@robloxfan4271]

more distractions that we don't need

[@hondaftwg9543]

That beyond illegal. Lmfao

[@bottom_lizard192]

Totally illegal in California 😂

[@mAUoalajkso]

Husky !!! Insta sub

[@MDove-ke9kx]

Hey North Carolina tags

[@johnnykeener3727]

No Android Auto, not worth it!

[@Blaaake]

Definitely a product from alibaba

[@gregcarnes80]

Nope not for me. 😮

[@mixfactoryone-backup1049]

MEER

[@Gregory-uv2pi]

If you wouldn’t buy it then your “it’s ok, quality “ is just bogus for your benefit and agenda!

[@florider_hd]

bruh that’s horrible

[@_Otaku-kt8be]

I'm not going to lie this is a horrible install video

[@lewiskelly14]

Basically a sponsored video

[@jeffreysimms2318]

Nah, it’s not a bad idea but too much going on for my taste. Great video, though 😊👍