CarPlay Life

The Bytewave 2-in-1 adapter offers fast, stable wireless CarPlay and Android Auto with a compact design, strong performance, and basic configuration, making it an excellent pick, especially for Android users.

The Redtiger F77 is a powerful dual 4K dash cam with fast Wi-Fi, great build quality, and premium features, though it comes at a high price and could use a few thoughtful improvements.

The CarlinKit R2 delivers surprisingly solid performance with half the RAM of its rivals, making it one of the best-value AI Boxes on the market right now.

In my recent review of the Ottocast Nano AI Box for CarPlay system, I found its key software features weren’t truly ready for prime time. So when they told me an update was out that fixed and improved the CloudSIM and AI assistant features, I thought it…

The MagBak Charging Stand impresses with its sleek design, compact footprint, reliable 3-in-1 wireless charging, and smart usability features, making it a strong contender for nightstand or desktop use.

In this video, I will be reporting from the Charge & Drive event I attended in my local town of Brighton, UK in April 2025. This is a new event organised by the Brighton Council, who recently announced it will be installing 6,000 curbside electric vehicle…

The Bruxe U1 is a well-performing, compact 2-in-1 wireless CarPlay and Android Auto adapter that excels with Android but offers solid CarPlay support—though it may lack some features depending on your car system.

I look at the One Car Stereo AI Box Ultra in this review. You can buy this AI Box for $269.99 directly from the One Car Stereo website, for $249 from Amazon US, and from Amazon CA. TLDR: The One Car Stereo AI Box Ultra is a solid performer among Qualcomm…

In this review, I look at the Ottocast Nano AI Box adapter. You can pre-order/buy this AI Box for $309.99 directly from the Ottocast Store – https://shrsl.com/4vfwy using coupon code NANO50 for $50 off your order at checkout. TLDR: The Ottocast Nano AI Box…

The Qiao portable EV charger is easy to use but has some limitations. Its 5.5-meter cable is flexible and sufficient for most needs, though longer cable options aren’t available. The plug is quite thick, which may cause issues with outdoor sockets. It offers…

The Mgears Mstick4 might just be the fastest and most feature-packed AI Box I’ve tested yet! With its powerful MediaTek G99 chip, ultra-smooth performance, and game-changing AV sync adjustment, this tiny adapter has a lot to offer. But is it worth the price?…

In this review, I look at the MagBak Elite iPhone 16 Pro / Series Case. You can buy this iPhone case for $67.15 using my coupon code CPL15 – https://creators.magbak.com/anthony-barker-carplaylife TLDR: The MagBak Elite Case for iPhone 16 Pro is a…