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iPhone 15 Pro Max Before I cancel . . . has anyone been able to connect to wired CarPlay?
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Yes. I have a Toyota with wired USB-A CarPlay. Bought an anker cable on amazon ahead of today USB-a to USB-C. works same as always. Listened to the new phone all the way home.
Works for me. You know you can also buy an adapter that will allow you to do wireless CarPlay as well.
I purchased an adapter and am having problems with it constantly losing connection. Earlier I purchased a cable instead and am waiting for it to be delivered from Amazon, hope it works.
Thanks for the quick replies. Maybe I will give it a chance. I assume if I still have my old iphone (13Pro) I can return the 15 and keep the 13.
I have wireless wifi in one of my cars. In my other I actually like wired better for stability and charging, plus there is a USB port about 6 inches from my iPhone holder.
I have wireless wifi in one of my cars. In my other I actually like wired better for stability and charging, plus there is a USB port about 6 inches from my iPhone holder.
I purchased a 4 pack of assorted right angle dual USB-C cables (the best for in car) and a 4 pack of A to C adapters. I guess if they won't work ill have to grab an Anker USB-A to USB-C cable.
These cables work fine with Carplay in our Acura.
Anker USB to USB C Cable [2 Pack, 3FT], USB A to USB C Charger Cord for Samsung Galaxy S10 S10+, LG V30, Beats Fit Pro and More (USB 2.0, Black)
Premium Nylon Cable The Durable Sync-and-Charge Cable Superior Durability Engineered with a tough nylon exterior to resist damage from the outside and a precision-designed interior to withstand thousands upon thousands of bends Universal Compatibility Supports high-speed USB-C charging for device...
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Can safely say now that using a USB A to USB C Cable did the trick my phone finally connected and stayed connected with CarPlay. These are the ones I bought, and right now they are 60% off https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089DM4KDW?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_FK9FYQ7B6DNW8WEKYVM2_1 .
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Thank you for confirming the CarPlay issue. I’m using the Apple Dongle and it’s randomly turning off and on. Going to get one of these direct cables and hope that works like it has with you guys.
I bought a $5 cable at Best Buy today and mine is now working. There must have been some sort of specification my other two cables didn’t meet.
Yep. Using a usb-c to usb-a cable and works fine in my Mazda CX-5
Yeah, I think if a car has wireless Apple CarPlay It should definitely have a charging pad in the car as well. Otherwise you would still need a cable for charging which defeats the purpose.
My wife and I both have wireless CarPlay in both of our cars and we’re both using MagSafe car mounts with wireless charging. The MagSafe mounts are only used as mounts unless we’re driving long distances and using GPS. Then I’ll connect the USB cable.
Not this specific brand but another like it gave me a lot of problems. Better to just invest cable only like $5-$10.
Hey, thanks for the quick replies. Guess I will keep my order for pickup tomorrow. I can play with cables as needed. (Worst case I still have my 13Pro and I think I can change back if I return the 15ProMax. Never had to do this before, however.)
I bought one of these in December, and it works great: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B1TZZ9K3/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
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OP here again. Well, no problems at all. Just for fun I tried 3 difference USB a to c cords, and all worked fine. FYI, I'm using it on our 2021 Ford travel van.