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My 2021 prime has not supported my Android phone. Does anyone know if there's an upgrade for this? I

Discussion in 'Prime Audio, Electronics, and Infotainment' started by FoodLady, Apr 5, 2023.

  1. FoodLady

    FoodLady Junior Member

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    My 2021 Prius Prime did not support an Android phone. Does anybody know if there is an upgrade on this? I still haven't been able to figure it out after 2 years. Or is the only upgrade the need to buy a new prime?
     
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    idk, have you asked a dealer?
     
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    Android phones are only supported on the 2021 Prime LE, 7 inch display. Models above an LE only supports Apple phones.
     
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    There are some options. Little wireless adapter boxes that trick the system into thinking it's plugged into an iphone will give you wireless Android Auto. I have a Binize box that uses the same software as Carlinkit T-Box devices. The most recent software update is a marked improvement to the software it came with a year ago. They can be pricey, though. But does allow for wireless AA which means you can use the 12v cigarette lighter plug for a 100W fast charger for your phone instead of relying on the pretty slow USB ports.

    Since only about 1/2 of the screen is utilized in Carplay mode you may find that using your phone offers a higher resolution, better viewing angle and less glare than the car screen. All you'll need is an inexpensive phone mount and hook it up to bluetooth.