Takealot wired CarPlay / wired Android Auto wireless CarPlay / wireless Android Auto

Smart Android AI Box for Cars

Compatible Vehicles: Suitable for vehicles that support wired CarPlay or wired Android Auto

Supported Functions

• Navigation: Supports a variety of popular mapping and navigation applications.
• Communication: Supports messaging, information, and calling functions.
• Entertainment: Supports video, music, and various streaming applications.
• Google Services: Built-in Google services provide access to a wider Android application ecosystem.
• App Downloads: Supports downloading and installing compatible third-party applications to expand the vehicle's entertainment and practical functions.

Personalized User Experience

More Personalization Options

• Weather: Display real-time weather information on the home screen.
• Vehicle Speed: Supports displaying the vehicle's current speed.
• App Layout: Adjust the position of applications and interface layout according to your preferences.
• Floating Windows: Display information such as weather, vehicle speed, and quick dial options over navigation, music, and other applications for a more flexible in-car interface.

Core Features

• Wireless Connectivity: Supports Wireless CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto.
• CloudSIM: Built-in CloudSIM network service allows the vehicle system to connect to the internet without inserting a physical SIM card.
• Operating System: OttoDrive 2.5, optimized based on Android 13.
• Smart Split Screen: Smart Split Screen allows two applications to run simultaneously.
• System Updates: Supports FOTA over-the-air firmware updates.
• App Downloads: Supports downloading and installing compatible third-party Android applications.

System Architecture & App Ecosystem

• Automotive Android System: OttoDrive 2.5 is optimized specifically for in-car use.
• Wireless Projection: Supports Wireless CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto.
• App Expansion: Compatible applications such as Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, and Disney+ can be downloaded through Google Play.
• Independent Internet Connection: CloudSIM provides independent internet connectivity without relying on a mobile phone hotspot.
• Google Ecosystem: Built-in Google services provide access to a wide range of compatible Android applications.

Upgrade Your Original Car System

Comparison Between Original CarPlay and the Upgraded Experience

• Original CarPlay: Offers a more limited selection of applications and functions.
• After Upgrade: Provides access to a wider range of applications and entertainment features.
• Phone Navigation: Using navigation directly on a smartphone may provide a smaller viewing area and less convenient operation.
• Navigation on the Vehicle Display: Displays navigation content on the vehicle's larger central screen for easier viewing of routes.

Key Benefit: Expand the functionality of your original CarPlay or Android Auto system while maintaining the familiar in-car experience, with less reliance on phone navigation and mobile hotspots.

Expanded Smartphone Functions

• Messages & Calls: Supports message access and calling functions.
• Real-Time Navigation: Supports multiple navigation applications.
• Web Browsing: Browse compatible web content on the vehicle's larger display.
• App Entertainment: Download additional compatible applications according to your needs.

Smart Split-Screen Entertainment

YouTube Video + App Menu

• The left side displays the main menu and application list, including Netflix, WhatsApp, Yahoo, Disney+, and more.
• The right side plays YouTube videos.
• Suitable for watching video content on the vehicle display while parked.

Waze Navigation + Zoom Video Meeting

• Run Waze navigation on the left side.
• Run Zoom or another compatible application on the right side.
• Supports multitasking for business and other scenarios requiring multiple applications.

Google Maps + Spotify

• Google Maps navigation is displayed on the left side.
• Spotify music playback is displayed on the right side.
• View navigation information and control music without frequently switching between applications.

Personalized Interface Settings

Create an interface tailored to your driving experience.

• Wallpapers: Change the system wallpaper.
• Themes: Select different interface themes.
• Layouts: Adjust the interface layout.
• Widgets: Add and customize compatible desktop widgets according to your needs.

CloudSIM Smart Network Service

Independent In-Car Internet Connectivity

• Core Function: Built-in network service allows the vehicle system to connect to the internet without relying on a smartphone hotspot.
• Network Technology: Supports automatic network switching for a more stable connection.
• Network Coverage: Supports automatic switching between 150+ network operators across 42 countries and regions.
• Data Plans: Different data plan options are available.
• Usage Benefit: Your smartphone does not need to enable a personal hotspot while the vehicle system connects independently to the internet.

Connection Modes & Compatibility

Suitable for vehicles equipped with wired CarPlay or wired Android Auto.

• Wired CarPlay Wireless CarPlay
• Wired Android Auto Wireless Android Auto

Connect the device to the vehicle via USB to upgrade the existing wired connection to a wireless connection.

The compact device features ventilation openings and a status indicator to help maintain stable operation.

Smartphone Compatibility

iPhone Users

• Supports the wireless CarPlay experience.
• Compatibility Requirement: iPhone 8 or later.
• System Requirement: iOS 13 or later.

Android Users

• Supports wireless Android Auto connectivity.
• The Android smartphone must support Android Auto.
• Actual compatibility may vary depending on the phone brand, model, and operating system version. Please refer to the official compatibility list for details.

Plug-and-Play Installation

Installation Steps

Step 1: Connect the Device

Connect the device to the vehicle's USB port using the USB data cable.

Step 2: Enable Phone Connectivity

Turn on Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on your smartphone.

Step 3: Complete Pairing

• CarPlay Users: When the CarPlay pairing prompt appears on your iPhone, select the device and confirm the connection.
• Android Auto Users: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete Bluetooth pairing and Android Auto connection.

After the first pairing, the device can automatically connect during subsequent use, making your daily drives more convenient.

Expanded App Ecosystem

Supports downloading compatible applications, including:

• YouTube
• Netflix
• Prime Video
• TikTok
• Disney+
• WhatsApp
• Spotify
• And other compatible Android applications

Transform your original vehicle display from a basic CarPlay or Android Auto interface into a more versatile smart in-car entertainment and application system.

What's in the box
1 x Car intelligent navigation AI BOX