Best Wireless Android Auto Adapters to Play YouTube
The official Android Auto app does not allow video playbacks by default. This restriction prevents you from launching any video streaming application into Android Auto. Today, we are with a solution for that restriction.
The concept of wireless Android Auto Adapters is the key to escaping this restriction and playing YouTube on Android Auto. In the upcoming sections of this article, we'll cover the key factors, pros & cons, and step-by-step guide of:
How to Choose the Best Wireless Android Auto Adapters to Play YouTube?
When choosing a YouTube car adapter, you should review its compatibility, streaming quality, price, & app support. So, now let's discuss what you should know about these factors.
Compatibility:
The two YouTube car adapters mentioned above have common compatibility factors. Never mind what your choice. But at this point you won't need to compare what to buy because,
Both need an Android 13.0 or above version mobile for functioning
Both works only on cars manufactured above 2016
Streaming Quality:
When it comes to streaming quality, both have a common streaming quality. As both of them are Android AI boxes, the factor of streaming quality does not differ at all. But with small differences.
Play YouTube smoothly in the car: You can watch YouTube smoothly, even Netflix and other streaming services in the car
Wireless connectivity: You need to keep messy cables with you. You can connect it simply through Bluetooth
High-definition quality visuals: You can experience high quality streams via this adapter
Pros:
Great for streaming
Low latency
Cons:
Can be pricey
Set Up Guide of Carlinkit AI Box & Carlinkit TBox
So, once purchased, go to your car's dash and
Connect this to your USB
Wait for your system to recognize
Go ahead and enable Android Auto
Once enabled, go and tap on Android Auto
Then you'll reach the home screen of your car's infotainment system
Then,
Go ahead and pair your Bluetooth
Then head to settings
Go ahead and select Bluetooth
Again, click the settings button
Tap "Pair new device"
Go ahead and search for your Android phone
Click on that and pair it
Connect to Wi-Fi
Turn on Wi-Fi in settings
Go back to the home screen
You'll see an app menu
So, see for YouTube in that app menu
Android Auto Adapters Troubleshooting Guide
Solve YouTube working with these Android Auto Adapters
Solution:
With these adapters you can surely play YouTube in the car. Here is customer feedback we got through his YouTube channel on how he experienced it.
Solve whether going for such hardware purchase is safe
Solution:
If you need to escape Android Auto app limitations and enable video playback feature, the timely decision is purchasing such hardware. This will let you enhance your entertainment experience in the car.
FAQs
Is my car compatible with the above-explained adapters?
If your car is a 2016 or later one, no problem, you can get the hardware work in your car.
Is my Android phone compatible with them?
If your mobile's Android version is above 13.0, without any hassle, your phone will support their functioning.
Can we use them wired too?
If you are an Android user who have fulfilled the above compatibility factors, you can use them wirelessly. But if you are an iOS user, you can use this hardware also via wired.
About David Williams
Senior Editor at AAHacks
David is a passionate software developer, tech specialist, tech writer and Android Auto expert, bringing the latest insights and guides to enhance your in-car experience. With years of experience in automotive tech, he simplifies complex topics for everyday users.
