[LindySue]

Does anyone know when the update to add wireless Apple CarPlay for the Tucson Limited will be available? I was reading it was supposed to be released in January 2024.

 

[Tampa8]

Does anyone know when the update to add wireless Apple CarPlay for the Tucson Limited will be available? I was reading it was supposed to be released in January 2024.

Answered right in this thread just a few posts back. Not for your car.

 

[LindySue]

Answered right in this thread just a few posts back. Not for your car.

About a month ago my dealership told me, yes Hyundai is supposed to get that update out for the Tucson Limited including my car. The salesperson there is also waiting and we recently had another conversation about the update. Not sure why you’re saying not for my car. Of course I could get the Apple CarPlay adapter, but those can be glitchy.

 

[Tampa8]

About a month ago my dealership told me, yes Hyundai is supposed to get that update out for the Tucson Limited including my car. The salesperson there is also waiting and we recently had another conversation about the update. Not sure why you’re saying not for my car. Of course I could get the Apple CarPlay adapter, but those can be glitchy.

I actually disagree - I have wireless and think that can be a little quirky at times, and my phone seems to get a little warmer using it, while the vast majority are quite happy with the adaptors overall.

That update is not possible to be applied to your Tucson, that is about as plain as I can say it. It will not come to the Tucson Limited (Tucson with built in Navigation) till the 2025 model with the newer infotainment system. Don't care what a dealer says.

"Hyundai will enable wireless Android Auto and CarPlay in systems equipped with the new Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC), beginning with the new Kona and Kona EV. Additionally, the software update will ship to Hyundai Grandeur, Sonata facelift, the new Santa Fe, IONIQ 5, and Kia EV9. The new Sorento will also get the update at a later time."

Hyundai Finally Announces Wireless Android Auto and CarPlay Software Update

The carmaker will release a software update to enable wireless mobile phone projection in certain vehicles; no ETA is available now

www.autoevolution.com

 

[discjockeyr]

Hi, i have read several post but as the technology runs fast i need some reviews from you guys that purchase recently a wireless carplay adapter for the Tucson with Nav.
I was looking Ottocast P3 (too expensive), Carlinkit AI Box, Heyincar H-Max, actually a smart device that can work independently with build in operating like Android do downloading any apps like Netflix, Youtube, IPTV etc. To avoid any comments like safety there are times that waiting in car and why not having an option to view some videos
please give me your feedbacks if any of you are using such a device and if there is a good option with less cost will be better

TIA

Chris

 

[Captain Blight]

The Best Wireless Adapters for CarPlay and Android Auto We've Tested for 2025

If your car has wired-only Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, but you hate plugging in your phone while you drive, check out these adapters for wireless connectivity.

www.pcmag.com

 

[Starboy]

The Best Wireless Adapters for CarPlay and Android Auto We've Tested for 2025

If your car has wired-only Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, but you hate plugging in your phone while you drive, check out these adapters for wireless connectivity.

www.pcmag.com

Thanks Captain, as usual we are at your service.

 

[wa4mnt]

(No need for another thread - moved to an existing one)

Am I correct in assuming that wireless Android Auto is impossible without Bluelink?

 

[Bichon]

Am I correct in assuming that wireless Android Auto is impossible without Bluelink?

With a '24 Limited, wireless Android Auto is impossible without an aftermarket wireless AA adapter.

I don't see any reason why Bluelink would be required.

 

[wa4mnt]

It works plugged in directly from andriod phone to to the usb port with a cord but not wireless.

 

[wa4mnt]

All I have been able to find, is that it requires a Bluelink subscription. The Android Auto icon does not appear on the mail page, but it does work corded directly.

 

[Bichon]

As I said, your car does not support wireless AA without buying an aftermarket dongle. Prior to the 2025 model year, if your Tucson has factory navigation, it doesn't support wireless Android Auto and Carplay. It has nothing to do with having a Bluelink subscription.

 

[wa4mnt]

I see adapters from $20-$100. Are any recommended?

 

[Captain Blight]

There are reviews online. I use Carsifi. I would avoid Motorola; the firmware can't be upgraded.

 

[Tampa8]

(No need for another thread - moved to an existing one)

Am I correct in assuming that wireless Android Auto is impossible without Bluelink?

Bluelink not part of the equation. Before 2025 model if you had Hyundai Navigation you needed an adaptor, that's it. Other trims had wireless. 2025+ Wireless on all trims.

 

[Captain Blight]

I see adapters from $20-$100. Are any recommended?

See Post #46 above.

 

[Captain Blight]

THERE IS A POSSIBLE PROBLEM WITH CARSIFI. SUSPENDING MY RECOMMENDATION UNTIL I FIGURE IT OUT.

 

[gillessv]

I use this one and most of the time it works quite well. I put a bit of Velcro on it and stuck it to the left side of the cavity just in front of the wireless charging pad. I leave it plugged in almost all the time and it takes maybe 20 to 30 seconds to boot up when I start the car.
CarlinKit 5.0 Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto Adapter. Got it from Amazon.