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  • Dave J 0undefined Dave J 0

    @Bart-DM How are you getting on with your unit? Might be getting one but would appreciate your feedback.

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    wrote on last edited by Bart De Medts
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    @Dave-J-0 I am very satisfied with it. The initial connection between the device and my SENA sometimes fails, but once it is established, it works well and I can fully enjoy CarPlay on my motorcycle. 😊

    🏍️ Motorcycle: DMD-T665 + SilverFox controller
    🚗 Car: iPhone 15 Pro with wireless Apple CarPlay

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      And what about the screen size. 5 inch is smaller then most smart phones so isn't it too small? They also sell a 7 inch version.

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        These units appear to be sold under various brand names. The one I got was sold under the BINIZE brand (also bought off of AliExpress). So far my unit has worked fine. The only issue I have with it is that the firmware version I have doesn't have the Android Auto volume controls. So, volume can't be adjusted to a useable level with AA. The CarPlay volume control is there and the unit works fine running CP.

        I know other brand name vendors for this unit - i.e. MAXCA - are providing firmware updates for these units. AFAIK there is updated firmware (newer than what I have) and it does provide the AA volume control. Haven't tested it yet to confirm.

        So, I wouldn't buy this unit from a brand that doesn't have a website, doesn't have a customer support number and isn't providing adequate support (i.e. timely firmware updates) for the unit. AliExpress is no problem though and has good prices. I believe the following list of brand names at least have websites and customer support numbers...

        WIZCAR Mate

        MAXCA XPlay Lite C5

        Ottocast CarPlay Lite C5

        BINIZE

        One last tip... Bluetooth pairing with phone for AA or CP is typical and done under the settings button on the main page of the unit. On my unit, intercom pairing is done under the Bluetooth Emit button on the main page. That tidbit of info might save you some time getting things setup.

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        • Bart De Medtsundefined Bart De Medts

          @Dave-J-0 I am very satisfied with it. The initial connection between the device and my SENA sometimes fails, but once it is established, it works well and I can fully enjoy CarPlay on my motorcycle. 😊

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          @Bart-DM Thanks for the update - really helpful. What about firmware updates? Is there any support?

          Kind Regards. Help where I can.
          Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally
          iPhone 15 Pro
          Chigee AIO-5 Play
          Google Pixel 6 Pro - mounted on SP Connect Plus
          Ex Garmin XT2 and XT1 as well as Ex TomTom Rider User

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            I have also the Elebest Carplay device, the best option if you do not want to mount your expensive smartphone to your bike.
            And a very good combination with MRA, especially if it will be 100% CarPlay compatible.

            Hardware
            iPhone 12 pro (iOS 17.0.2)
            Oukitel RT3 (Andr. 12)
            Samsung Galaxy XCover 4 (Andr. 9 Pie)
            Wireless CarPlay mit (Elebest C650)
            Wired CarPlay (SEAT Arona - 2021)
            For more information, click here

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            • Dave J 0undefined Dave J 0

              @Bart-DM Thanks for the update - really helpful. What about firmware updates? Is there any support?

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              @Dave-J-0 There are no updates, but that makes sense as CarPlay is updated through your smartphone.

              🏍️ Motorcycle: DMD-T665 + SilverFox controller
              🚗 Car: iPhone 15 Pro with wireless Apple CarPlay

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              • Bart De Medtsundefined Bart De Medts

                @Dave-J-0 There are no updates, but that makes sense as CarPlay is updated through your smartphone.

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                @Bart-DM
                The devices work (usually) on a Unix Operating system. Unix releases updates for their OS'es.

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                • Jack van Tilburgundefined Jack van Tilburg

                  @Bart-DM
                  The devices work (usually) on a Unix Operating system. Unix releases updates for their OS'es.

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                  @Jack-van-Tilburg, yes, but Chinese noname brands usually don't

                  I am just an enthusiastic MRA user, and hope you will be one too!

                  Most motorcycle problems are caused by the nut that connects the handlebar to the saddle.

                  Streetpilot 2610 / Zumo 660 / Zumo 395 / CAT S52 + MRA app

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                  • Con Hennekensundefined Con Hennekens

                    @Jack-van-Tilburg, yes, but Chinese noname brands usually don't

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                    @Con-Hennekens said in Advice Pls about adding Carplay to Motorbike:

                    @Jack-van-Tilburg, yes, but Chinese noname brands usually don't

                    IIRC reading from the specs from one of the "Chinese Noname" brands, the OS was listed as Linux.

                    I suspect that all of these devices, whether from Elebest or elsewhere, are of chinese origin.

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                    • Tim  Thompsonundefined Tim Thompson

                      @Con-Hennekens said in Advice Pls about adding Carplay to Motorbike:

                      @Jack-van-Tilburg, yes, but Chinese noname brands usually don't

                      IIRC reading from the specs from one of the "Chinese Noname" brands, the OS was listed as Linux.

                      I suspect that all of these devices, whether from Elebest or elsewhere, are of chinese origin.

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                      @Tim-Thompson
                      You're right. But I have a bad habit of lumping Linux and Unix together (I know it's bad 😌 ).
                      But Linux has already left the hobby corner for a long time and patches and updates are also being released for that. Of course usability and necessity can be discussed.

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                      • Tim  Thompsonundefined Tim Thompson

                        @Con-Hennekens said in Advice Pls about adding Carplay to Motorbike:

                        @Jack-van-Tilburg, yes, but Chinese noname brands usually don't

                        IIRC reading from the specs from one of the "Chinese Noname" brands, the OS was listed as Linux.

                        I suspect that all of these devices, whether from Elebest or elsewhere, are of chinese origin.

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                        @Tim-Thompson, Sure, Apple stuff is also made in China. The difference is in the local support.

                        I am just an enthusiastic MRA user, and hope you will be one too!

                        Most motorcycle problems are caused by the nut that connects the handlebar to the saddle.

                        Streetpilot 2610 / Zumo 660 / Zumo 395 / CAT S52 + MRA app

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