CarlinKit 5.0 (2air) — Wireless Car Adapter for Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Converts wired Apple CarPlay or Android Auto to wireless. Smooth handoff of phone functions to the car screen; supports voice control (Siri / Google Assistant), steering-wheel buttons, touch and rotary knob control.
⚠️ This adapter does not add CarPlay/Android Auto to cars that don’t already have it. It only makes an existing wired CarPlay/Android Auto connection wireless.
What’s New in Version 5.0:
- Android Auto runs on the native Android Auto protocol (not via CarPlay like v4.0).
- CarlinKit 2air supports CarPlay and Android Auto natively for faster pairing and smoother navigation.
- Dual-band 5.0–5.8 GHz auth & data; faster throughput with low latency.
- OTA updates, online feedback and quick troubleshooting.
Features & Benefits
- Plug & Play — no extra apps or power required.
- Auto-connect — after first pairing, reconnects automatically on every drive.
- Voice control — Siri & Google Assistant supported.
- OEM integration — uses the car’s original mic, audio path and controls.
- Low power design for stable operation in varied environments.
- Compact size — easy to hide; clean install.
Compatibility
- Vehicles: Car must have factory wired Apple CarPlay or wired Android Auto.
- iPhone: iOS 10 or later (iPhone 6 and newer).
- Android: Android 11 or later. Enable “Wireless Android Auto” in the Android Auto app settings.
Broad vehicle support (factory CarPlay/Android Auto required): Abarth, Acura, Alfa Romeo, Audi, Aston Martin, Bentley, Borgward, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, Ferrari, Fiat, Ford, Genesis, GMC, Harley-Davidson, Holden, Honda (incl. bikes), Hyundai, Infiniti, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Maserati, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, MG Hector, Nissan, Opel/Vauxhall, Peugeot, Porsche, RAM, Renault, SEAT, Škoda, Subaru, Suzuki, Toyota, Volkswagen (and more).
Quick Start (Initial Pairing)
- Plug the adapter into the car’s USB or USB-C port.
- On the car screen, note the Bluetooth name shown by the adapter.
- On your phone, enable Bluetooth and connect to the adapter.
- Agree to sync prompts; wait for CarPlay/Android Auto to appear.
- Next drives: connection is automatic — just start the car.
Android Auto: phone must be on Android 11+ with Wireless AA enabled. On first connection in some vehicles, choose the CarPlay-like prompt (how some HUs identify the device).
Not Compatible / Important Notes
- Does not add CarPlay/Android Auto to vehicles that lack these systems.
- Works only where the factory system supports wired CarPlay/Android Auto.
