We have already talked about Android Auto / CarPlay Wireless systems and today we bring to your attention a USB dongle that allows you to use your smartphone without cables with the infotainment system already installed on your car. Compact and easy to use, DYUZO AC01 solves the situation of cables in the car, both for Android and iOS.
Once the dongle is connected to the car (which must be natively set up for Android Auto or CarPlay) the system will “pretend” to be a CarPlay product by starting its interface while waiting for the Bluetooth connection of your Android or iOS smartphone. The peculiarity of the product proposed by DYUZO is that the USB connection is gold-plated, effectively reducing the risk of oxidation as well as allowing a quicker connection and greater speed in data transmission. It takes up very little space having identical dimensions to a classic USB data stick but alternatively for particular needs you will have two USB extensions available, one with a Type-A connection and the other Type-C based on the type of USB connection of your car. I emphasize that this product is only compatible with vehicles already equipped with wired OEM CarPlay or Android Auto systems, generally cars from 2016 onwards.
Once the connection is made, even the Bluetooth one, you just need to confirm the message on the screen and a wireless connection will automatically be created between the two, just as if you had Android Auto wireless or CarPlay wireless native in the car. You can also switch between the two platforms from the main screen with a double tap on the screen, as long as the other smartphone has been disconnected.
And from here on, it works just as you imagined: the CarPlay or Android Auto system appears on the car display with all its apps, just as if you had connected it via cable. But without. There is no delay in controlling the system or even in managing phone calls, in addition to the fact that the physical navigation buttons integrated into your car are supported.
This multifunctional 2-in-1 wireless adapter combines Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, converting your current wired CarPlay system into a wireless connection, allowing for seamless integration between your smartphone and your car's system. You can enjoy music, navigation, messaging and more without having to plug and unplug cables, providing a more convenient driving experience. Finally, you can set some settings using the WiFi connection with the dongle. Simply go to http://192.168.1.101 and press Enter to access the device management panel. Among the settings, you will also find the item relating to firmware update and the ability to report a malfunction.
This box does what it promises. It has no bugs in calls like other products and will help you get rid of cables in your car. Considering the dual compatibility (iOS / Android) it will be the choice of many, especially for that type of user looking for a plug & play product. DYOZO is not a very well-known company but in this technological sector it is starting to become popular for the excellent quality / price ratio it offers. You can therefore count on a quality system, compact, fast and easy to install.
It's true, the DYUZO product does not have any particular specifications that make it stand out from similar gadgets, but it is a valid alternative among the many on the market that we have talked about in this blog, which sometimes go sold out and leave you with a bitter taste in your mouth if you have decided to buy such a product. Small is the cost as are the small dimensions of the system that I emphasize has always been fluid and stable even with freezing temperatures, considering that in my area in the morning when I leave with the car it has even reached -10°C. In short, I highly recommend it.
