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Android Auto Wireless Adapter Akcord A2A Dongle, fit for Cars and Stereo Systems That Support Wired Android Auto, Plug & Play Connect wirelessly Easy Setup, No Cord No Problem, for Android Phones
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Brand | Akcord |
Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi, USB |
Controller Type | Android |
Compatible Devices | Smartphone, Speaker |
Connector Type | USB |
Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
Number of Channels | 4 |
Supported Internet Services | Maps |
Control Method | Touch |
Format | WMA |
About this item
- WIRELESS CAR ADAPTER FOR ANDROID AUTO: The power of your phone on your car screen - Android Auto is a simpler, safer way to use your phone in the car. Our wireless android auto adapter connects to Android Auto on your car display.
- EASY TO USE: We make the setup simple for a fast and easy connection. Use the direct plug-in USB adapter with an existing Android Auto-enabled car or truck. To wirelessly use on your car display, pair with a compatible active Android smartphone.
- FAST TRANSMISSION: With 5 GHz WiFi for Android Auto Wireless, you can easily display all your favorite maps, media, and messaging apps to your car display. Ideal navigation for car on road trips, you can use your smartphone to transmit a car gps.
- Supported Car: Check the compatibility of the Cars here www android com /auto/compatibility/#compatibility-vehicles
- Excellent Compatibility: Akcord android auto adapter is suitable for most of the factory wired CarPlay cars (model year: 2016-2022). Equipped with USB type A to C and USB type C to C data cables, suitable for various brands of different series of cars, such as: Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Chevrolet, Ford, Porsche, Volvo, Volkswagen, Lexus, Hyundai , Honda, Toyota, Mazda, Land Rover, Jeep, Subaru etc.
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COMPATIBILITY
- Phone model: Android phones that support Android Auto.
- Android Version:Android 11 and above (recommended).
- Car Model: Only for vehicles with factory wired Android Auto.
- Available apps: support normal Android Auto apps, not for other streaming apps.
Android Auto Wireless Dongle
For Cars with Factory Wired Android Auto
The Android Auto Wireless Adapter has a smart chip with WiFi and Bluetooth hardware. It connects with iPhone via Bluetooth and sends the WiFi credentials to the phone, then disconnects from the Bluetooth network. Finally, the phone wifi will undertake the task of data transmission and maintain the work of wireless Android Auto.
- Enjoy free and safe driving without wired connections: make phone calls, navigation, music playing...
- Keep the real-time response transmission without any lag.
- Only compatible with Android Auto only, not for any other system such as Apple CarPlay, etc.
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SETUP Step 1: Plug into the car USB/USB C port |
Step 2: Activate WiFi and establish Bluetooth pairing |
Step 3: Wait for the prompt, select "PAIR"If it prompts any password, type 88888888 eights times 8. |
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Package Dimensions | 5.75 x 2.83 x 0.55 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.44 ounces |
ASIN | B0BGQPNB1Q |
Customer Reviews |
3.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #252,268 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #1,270 in Streaming Media Players |
Date First Available | September 28, 2022 |
Manufacturer | Akcord |
Country of Origin | China |
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Customer Review: Bought Jan 5 | Stopped working Nov 18
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Customers like the simplicity of the av receiver. They mention that it's easy to setup and connects automatically. That said, some complain about the connectivity issues and performance.
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Customers find the AV receiver very simple to set up and use. They also appreciate the design and simplicity.
"Worth every penny. Super easy to setup, connects automatically every time...." Read more
"Very simple...just plug in to your USB plug for Android auto, connect Bluetooth, and no more having to plug your phone in." Read more
"Love the simplicity and design" Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the av receiver. Some mention it works great/flawlessly about 95% of the time, while others say it didn't work at all when received, randomly works, and doesn't last long.
"Does not work. Phone is Samsung S22 Ultra. Vehicle has stock stereo with no stereo modifications. 2019 Hyundai Tucson with Android Auto...." Read more
"...I've been using this for 6 months now, NO PROBLEMS at all... works just fine. I still think this is a great device, especially for the price...." Read more
"Bought this for a jeep I owned and it didn't work...." Read more
"this is a wonderful addition to my car. it works great/flawlessly about 95% of the time...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the connectivity of the av receiver. They mention that it does not connect, does not automatically pair, and does not update.
"...bluetooth, checked again for firmware updates and tried again and does not connect. It connected between phone and dongle but not stereo...." Read more
"...It works flawlessly...about 75% of the time.Sometimes it won't connect at all and I have to disconnect the Smartbox Bluetooth connection and..." Read more
"Worth every penny. Super easy to setup, connects automatically every time...." Read more
"...Also, it doesn't connect properly every time." Read more
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Not wanting to spend the next several years plugging my phone in with a cord to get Android Auto, I searched for a solution and decided to go with this one, a lot of the decision was based on size and hoping to get it "out of the way" for a nearly seamless integration.
*Setup only took a couple of minutes... plug it into the data port, use your Android Phone to find it via Bluetooth ("smartBox-XXXX")... and... that's it! After my phone connected to the smartbox my Hyundai 10.25" infotainment screen said "Android Auto Available" and the icon appeared. It's Android Auto alright, and my phone was in my shirt pocket, no wires attached... AWESOME!
I also tested the device several times with the old "turn engine off, turn it back on" and yes, the Wireless AA kicks in every-time without me having to do anything other than show up with my phone in pocket. I then thought "what if I unplug the box, then plug it back in, do I have to 'reconnect' my phone to it?" Nope... works as usual either way.
As for the device itself, it is small, I have two pictures with this review, one of it just kinda plugged-in, lazy fashion, and the other after I "tucked it away" (and yes, it stays that way). It's pretty much completely out of the way and in the "install and forget about it" category. My Tucson also has a wireless charging pad, so don't need the port to charge my phone either.'
If there's one caveat, it's a weak one, but I'll list it just to be fair... the USB cord is hard-wired to the box (it has an USB-A to USB-C adapter if you need it, I did not). I might like the option of using my own cord in it if I wanted any "right angle" cords or if I needed a longer cord to stash the box somewhere else (maybe stick it under the dash or something). I have seen other Wireless AA adapters have plug-in cords as opposed to being hardwired, but they also cost much more. A very minor nitpick to be sure... as for me personally, the cord is neither too long nor too short to stash my box out of the way (as seen in picture), so I I had to do it all over again, i'd still pick this box with no regrets! Great box, I recommend!
*On Setup, it's important to remember Android Auto uses more bandwith than Bluetooth can provide, but Bluetooth is a much easier and faster way to connect than WiFi... therefore all Android Auto adapters have a dual Bluetooth/WiFi capability built-into the unit. Most (if not all of them, including this adapter) require you to connect your phone via Bluetooth on initial setup (as I mentioned above), once this is done the unit will automatically connect data back and forth with your phone via WiFi... THIS IS DONE AUTOMATICALLY, YOU DON'T HAVE TO MESS WITH CONNECTING VIA WIFI. There's a few people in the comments of this (and other units) complaining about trying to connect via WiFi... those people are doing it wrong! Just do setup as the instructions say and connect via Bluetooth... the WiFi will do its thing automatically after that, you don't have to worry about it! ;-)
**6 Months later post-edit commentary:
I've been using this for 6 months now, NO PROBLEMS at all... works just fine. I still think this is a great device, especially for the price. I am, however, nitpicky and to some this wouldn't be an issue, to me it's one of those "perfectionist" things. One thing I noticed after extended use, and this is probably specific to whatever car you have and how the data-port is powered... on my car (a 2023 Hyundai Tucson), the data port stays powered for five minutes after the car is turned off, then the data port powers down. Note, this device doesn't keep the port running nor does it power the port down... it stays on if the port stays powered, so that's specific to your vehicle... and in the case of my vehicle, my data port is powered for five minutes after the car is turned off.
What does this mean? It means your phone will still be connected via Android Auto to your car for five minutes after you turn off your car IF YOU'RE STILL IN RANGE OF THE CAR'S WIFI. For me, if I park in my garage and come in the house, my phone is still in range of the WiFi this device puts out from my car... if I park at work and head into the building, I immediately go out of range of the WiFi and my phone resumes normal operation. So when coming home, my phone won't hook up to the home wifi for five minutes after I come home... minor inconvenience, it wasn't a complete dealbreaker, but just wanted to point that out. Your car may vary depending on how long your data port stays powered after turning the car off (if at all). Of course, you could also unplug the AA adapter, but that kinda defeats the point of not messing with plugging in and unplugging a device to get AA in your car.
After having said all that and living with it for 6 months, I decided to get a new (more expensive) dongle, the AAWireless dongle (also sold on Amazon)... it comes with an App that allows you to disable the dongle when the car is turned off, avoiding that 5 minute problem I had with this dongle. Mind you, a minor one that I could have lived with... I'm just always seeking to tweak things to perfection in my mind. I still love this dongle, and for the price, it can't be beat... just doesn't come with an App to turn it off automatically like the AAWireless dongle does... I still wouldn't mark a star off for that though, as it can vary by your needs/useage and how long your vehicle leaves the data port turned on.
Not wanting to spend the next several years plugging my phone in with a cord to get Android Auto, I searched for a solution and decided to go with this one, a lot of the decision was based on size and hoping to get it "out of the way" for a nearly seamless integration.
*Setup only took a couple of minutes... plug it into the data port, use your Android Phone to find it via Bluetooth ("smartBox-XXXX")... and... that's it! After my phone connected to the smartbox my Hyundai 10.25" infotainment screen said "Android Auto Available" and the icon appeared. It's Android Auto alright, and my phone was in my shirt pocket, no wires attached... AWESOME!
I also tested the device several times with the old "turn engine off, turn it back on" and yes, the Wireless AA kicks in every-time without me having to do anything other than show up with my phone in pocket. I then thought "what if I unplug the box, then plug it back in, do I have to 'reconnect' my phone to it?" Nope... works as usual either way.
As for the device itself, it is small, I have two pictures with this review, one of it just kinda plugged-in, lazy fashion, and the other after I "tucked it away" (and yes, it stays that way). It's pretty much completely out of the way and in the "install and forget about it" category. My Tucson also has a wireless charging pad, so don't need the port to charge my phone either.'
If there's one caveat, it's a weak one, but I'll list it just to be fair... the USB cord is hard-wired to the box (it has an USB-A to USB-C adapter if you need it, I did not). I might like the option of using my own cord in it if I wanted any "right angle" cords or if I needed a longer cord to stash the box somewhere else (maybe stick it under the dash or something). I have seen other Wireless AA adapters have plug-in cords as opposed to being hardwired, but they also cost much more. A very minor nitpick to be sure... as for me personally, the cord is neither too long nor too short to stash my box out of the way (as seen in picture), so I I had to do it all over again, i'd still pick this box with no regrets! Great box, I recommend!
*On Setup, it's important to remember Android Auto uses more bandwith than Bluetooth can provide, but Bluetooth is a much easier and faster way to connect than WiFi... therefore all Android Auto adapters have a dual Bluetooth/WiFi capability built-into the unit. Most (if not all of them, including this adapter) require you to connect your phone via Bluetooth on initial setup (as I mentioned above), once this is done the unit will automatically connect data back and forth with your phone via WiFi... THIS IS DONE AUTOMATICALLY, YOU DON'T HAVE TO MESS WITH CONNECTING VIA WIFI. There's a few people in the comments of this (and other units) complaining about trying to connect via WiFi... those people are doing it wrong! Just do setup as the instructions say and connect via Bluetooth... the WiFi will do its thing automatically after that, you don't have to worry about it! ;-)
**6 Months later post-edit commentary:
I've been using this for 6 months now, NO PROBLEMS at all... works just fine. I still think this is a great device, especially for the price. I am, however, nitpicky and to some this wouldn't be an issue, to me it's one of those "perfectionist" things. One thing I noticed after extended use, and this is probably specific to whatever car you have and how the data-port is powered... on my car (a 2023 Hyundai Tucson), the data port stays powered for five minutes after the car is turned off, then the data port powers down. Note, this device doesn't keep the port running nor does it power the port down... it stays on if the port stays powered, so that's specific to your vehicle... and in the case of my vehicle, my data port is powered for five minutes after the car is turned off.
What does this mean? It means your phone will still be connected via Android Auto to your car for five minutes after you turn off your car IF YOU'RE STILL IN RANGE OF THE CAR'S WIFI. For me, if I park in my garage and come in the house, my phone is still in range of the WiFi this device puts out from my car... if I park at work and head into the building, I immediately go out of range of the WiFi and my phone resumes normal operation. So when coming home, my phone won't hook up to the home wifi for five minutes after I come home... minor inconvenience, it wasn't a complete dealbreaker, but just wanted to point that out. Your car may vary depending on how long your data port stays powered after turning the car off (if at all). Of course, you could also unplug the AA adapter, but that kinda defeats the point of not messing with plugging in and unplugging a device to get AA in your car.
After having said all that and living with it for 6 months, I decided to get a new (more expensive) dongle, the AAWireless dongle (also sold on Amazon)... it comes with an App that allows you to disable the dongle when the car is turned off, avoiding that 5 minute problem I had with this dongle. Mind you, a minor one that I could have lived with... I'm just always seeking to tweak things to perfection in my mind. I still love this dongle, and for the price, it can't be beat... just doesn't come with an App to turn it off automatically like the AAWireless dongle does... I still wouldn't mark a star off for that though, as it can vary by your needs/useage and how long your vehicle leaves the data port turned on.
However, it started disconnecting sporadically.
I was disappointed and tried to contact the seller for support, but unfortunately, their contact information was removed from Amazon. Even Amazon customer service couldn't contact the seller. I wanted to ask the seller how to update the product since some reviews suggested that the item could benefit from a firmware update, but this did not work for me.
It's frustrating to spend almost $100 on something that lasts less than a year.
It's also suspicious the seller ghosted Amazon, as though they knew the product had no longevity.
Would not recommend.
When it does pair it works.