Android Auto - Wireless Devices

[K1LL3M]

With the intent of have wireless android auto (2023 that this was not implemented when apple car play was is bewildering) I have been seeking devices to enable this.

One of these and the top of my list was the Ottocast A2 Air Pro

A2Air Pro Wireless Android Auto Adapter

Instantly convert wired Android Auto to stable wireless connectivity with the A2Air Pro. Enjoy fast automatic connection 5GHz WiFi and a portable mini design. Perfect for Android users.

www.ottocast.com

It is stated on there website however that this device does not work with BMW. Considering the engine and required head unit and shifter, I imagine this would carry over to Ineos.

Has any one had any experience with this device or any other wireless android auto devices? Would be nice to have a compatibly list

 

[Eric]

With the intent of have wireless android auto (2023 that this was not implemented when apple car play was is bewildering) I have been seeking devices to enable this.

One of these and the top of my list was the Ottocast A2 Air Pro

A2Air Pro Wireless Android Auto Adapter

Instantly convert wired Android Auto to stable wireless connectivity with the A2Air Pro. Enjoy fast automatic connection 5GHz WiFi and a portable mini design. Perfect for Android users.

www.ottocast.com

It is stated on there website however that this device does not work with BMW. Considering the engine and required head unit and shifter, I imagine this would carry over to Ineos.

Has any one had any experience with this device or any other wireless android auto devices? Would be nice to have a compatibly list

There are plenty of other brands available on Amazon. I know some other grenadier owners on this forum have other brands that work, no doubt they will shout up when they read this thread.

 

[ddv]

With the intent of have wireless android auto (2023 that this was not implemented when apple car play was is bewildering) I have been seeking devices to enable this.

One of these and the top of my list was the Ottocast A2 Air Pro

A2Air Pro Wireless Android Auto Adapter

Instantly convert wired Android Auto to stable wireless connectivity with the A2Air Pro. Enjoy fast automatic connection 5GHz WiFi and a portable mini design. Perfect for Android users.

www.ottocast.com

It is stated on there website however that this device does not work with BMW. Considering the engine and required head unit and shifter, I imagine this would carry over to Ineos.

Has any one had any experience with this device or any other wireless android auto devices? Would be nice to have a compatibly list

I don’t think the head unit is BMW. What makes you think it is?

 

[Jean Mercier]

I have one of the cheaper devices that you can buy on Amazon and it works. I also don't think the head unit is BMW.

 

[K1LL3M]

I don’t think the head unit is BMW. What makes you think it is?

I believed the engine required the head unit and shifter.

What unit do you have @Jean Mercier

 

[Rab]

AAWireless | Wireless Android Auto™ adapter

AAWireless is the world’s first and leading wireless Android Auto™ dongle. ✓ Works out of the box. ✓ Comes with free companion app. ✓ Connects automatically after setup.

www.aawireless.io

This is the brand I have, seems to work ok with no freezing, Samsung S22.
I got it to save me forgetting the phone in the car but if you are travelling any distance the phone will need to be charged anyway as the maps are pretty hungry.
No complaints during call usage from either end as well.

 

[trobex]

With the intent of have wireless android auto (2023 that this was not implemented when apple car play was is bewildering) I have been seeking devices to enable this.

One of these and the top of my list was the Ottocast A2 Air Pro

A2Air Pro Wireless Android Auto Adapter

Instantly convert wired Android Auto to stable wireless connectivity with the A2Air Pro. Enjoy fast automatic connection 5GHz WiFi and a portable mini design. Perfect for Android users.

www.ottocast.com

It is stated on there website however that this device does not work with BMW. Considering the engine and required head unit and shifter, I imagine this would carry over to Ineos.

Has any one had any experience with this device or any other wireless android auto devices? Would be nice to have a compatibly list

1st hand experience is that trying to convert Android Auto to a wireless system is going to fail and end in heartache (my 2023 D-Max still has wired Auto and the fact that was even a thing is a joke). Just plug that USB-C in which takes about 3 seconds, and your life will be very much happier.

 

[Jean Mercier]

I believed the engine required the head unit and shifter.

What unit do you have @Jean Mercier

Shifter is BMW.

If head unit = infotainment system, then it was not designed by BMW. I don't remember where I read this, but I am (almost) sure of it.

 

[Eric]

Shifter is BMW.

If head unit = infotainment system, then it was not designed by BMW. I don't remember where I read this, but I am (almost) sure of it.

Head unit is Neusoft

 

[Jean Mercier]

Head unit is Neusoft

Right! That's it!

 

[K1LL3M]

Given the above comments, I have purchased the ottocast unit. Will see how it goes amd report back when it arrives.

 

[K1LL3M]

This Ottocast A2 Air Pro arrived today.

Plugged in and works flawlessly.

 

[DenisM]

This Ottocast A2 Air Pro arrived today.

Plugged in and works flawlessly.

Thanks for "taking one for the team"!
glad it works. I'll chase it up.

 

[Carefant]

AAWireless | Wireless Android Auto™ adapter

AAWireless is the world’s first and leading wireless Android Auto™ dongle. ✓ Works out of the box. ✓ Comes with free companion app. ✓ Connects automatically after setup.

www.aawireless.io

This is the brand I have, seems to work ok with no freezing, Samsung S22.
I got it to save me forgetting the phone in the car but if you are travelling any distance the phone will need to be charged anyway as the maps are pretty hungry.
No complaints during call usage from either end as well.

Another thumbs up for this Android Auto AAwireless dongle. Works perfectly with my Samsung S21 and means the phone can be stored behind the gear knobs or on the dash above the warning light binacle with no trailing wires.

Two tips: the dongle (which is tiny btw) comes with a nice short cable, but it’s a USB A to USB C. Android Auto only works from the USB C socket in the centre cubby so you will need a different wire. And, if you are buying one for the purpose, get one with a right-angle plug, as this turns the cable along the base of the cubby, rather than having it sticking out into the middle of the space.

 

[Znarfgh]

Another thumbs up for this Android Auto AAwireless dongle. Works perfectly with my Samsung S21 and means the phone can be stored behind the gear knobs or on the dash above the warning light binacle with no trailing wires.

Two tips: the dongle (which is tiny btw) comes with a nice short cable, but it’s a USB A to USB C. Android Auto only works from the USB C socket in the centre cubby so you will need a different wire. And, if you are buying one for the purpose, get one with a right-angle plug, as this turns the cable along the base of the cubby, rather than having it sticking out into the middle of the space.

How quickly does it connect?

 

[Laxaros]

I used the Ottocast A2 Air Pro and it worked immediately and no connection or latency issues so far.

 

[Carefant]

How quickly does it connect?

Takes a few seconds. This may vary depending on the number and type of files on the thumb drive.

 

[bakepl]

Can confirm this device works very well for Samsung S9. Note there are other models suited for later Android devices - best to do a little research for which one.

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[SEUSA Mark]

I fully expect that given the large number of Andriod users, the software will be added in the future, like 2024 builds.

Here is hoping as I am not in the Apple user camp and don’t plan to be. Ignoring this large segment of owners would be a mistake on the part of Ineos.

 

[DenisM]

Another vote for Ottocast Air2 Pro. (Samsung S10+)
Maps (Google and Sygic) are fast, music from phone's 128Gb micro sd card easily sorted by artist, album, track, genre etc.
Almost no latency.