C7.5 2016 RS7 Apple CarPlay actived!

[allenzhang215]

Hey, guys,

Just want to post some information here. I just had Apple CarPlay activated on my 2016 RS7. The whole process takes about two hours. No disassemble needed. Only need a USB to Ethernet port adapter (not sure if this one is custom made, I got from the guy who activate the carplay, by looking at it, should be standard), a Ethernet cable, a SD card, and finally a laptop with SD card slot.

The main work was done by the guy remotely, I only need to press some buttons at some points. The guy speaks enough English which is able to complete the process.

Update:

I'm glad this post helped a lot of guys here to activate Carplays on their cars.

I'm updating this post for people don't want to go through the whole post:

Tools:

1. D-link E100 USB2.0 to Ethernet
2. SD card - 8 to 32GB
3. Ethernet cable
4. Windows operating system, I used Windows 10. Some reported that they can use Mac running windows.

Contact: Telegram App and added the guy by name which is @Carplay_audi

Cost: It varies, depends on currency exchange rate, usually around $150, after finishing the work, he will send you his paypal address, you send him the money.

Basic steps from whatsamattau447:

1. download file from Mega, the guy will send you the link, then put files into SD Card

2. Use Teamviewer and connect w/him

3. He puts some files to SD CARD to PC

4. SD Card to MMI (Network cable to USB in Car)

5. MMI Reboot

6. Back + Bottom Left (GREEN MENU)

7. Ok --> Scroll Down --> RCC FOLDER --> SWDL --> User Defined SWDL check box RADIO Button

8. Back + Top Left (RED MENU)

9. UPDATE bottom Right

10. USER DEFINED

11. Bose Folder --> All (in upper Right Change to NONE) // If you have B&O system, he will exclude the B&O fill update to prevent loosing audio

12. He looked at RCC Folder (might be for cars with certain options.. i didn't do any changes)

13. START--> Continue--> Start

14. He checks to see if the update applied to all selections..

15. Resume --> Cancel Version Compare

16. Checks to see if Radio/Audi Nav Work.

17 SD Card to PC --> He moves some files

18 SD Card to MMI --> Reboots

19 Plug in Phone Works? = Done


WARNING:

This software update will always leave some error codes because the software with Carplay is never released for our cars, we are basically using software from cars with Carplay. Those error code CANNOT be erased. So, if you are afraid of leaving error code, then don't do the update.

New Update:

There is a recall about MMI software security, when you visit the dealer for service, they might want to install the security patch.

1. If you have carplay installed, dealer is not able to install the security patch to your car. If you want to have the patch done, you could either go back to the carplay guy to let him help you to flash back to your original version of MMI, then go back to the dealer for patch update. Or the dealer might to order you a new MMI according to some forum members.
2. Once you have the security patch installed, you can go back to the carplay guy to activate carplay on your car.

[allenzhang215]

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[Alister]

Do you know what changes were made? Firmware updates, coding etc?

Would you happen to know what version of the MIB II unit you have (NVIDIA or Qualcomm)? What is the build month/year of your RS7?

[allenzhang215]

Do you know what changes were made? Firmware updates, coding etc?

Would you happen to know what version of the MIB II unit you have (NVIDIA or Qualcomm)? What is the build month/year of your RS7?

Basically a firmware update, and activate the carplay

[Wkraus]

You’ve got to be kidding me! I need this to happen. Somehow. Someway. Now!

[Wkraus]

I’ll drive to Michigan to do it! I’m in the twin cities Minnesota. What city are you in? Thanks!

[PaulRS7]

What month build is your Rs7? after around May it was available as an option. I believe that is when they changed to the mib2 hardware. So yes if you didn’t pay for the option you can even pay Audi to now activate apple carplay, but prior to that I’m not sure it’s possible. Although I have seen a place in Sweden that says they can do it.
https://www.eftermontering.se/

[allenzhang215]

What month build is your Rs7? after around May it was available as an option. I believe that is when they changed to the mib2 hardware. So yes if you didn’t pay for the option you can even pay Audi to now activate apple carplay, but prior to that I’m not sure it’s possible. Although I have seen a place in Sweden that says they can do it.
https://www.eftermontering.se/

My car was built November, 2015

For US car, on 2017, it started to have Apple Carplay option. Before that, we don't get that option even though it was built in, just have to be activated.

[Dre325]

My car was built November, 2015

For US car, on 2017, it started to have Apple Carplay option. Before that, we don't get that option even though it was built in, just have to be activated.

To clarify, when you say "before that", you mean just 2016 model year with the refresh (C7.5) right?

[PaulRS7]

I’d be in, but I live in New Zealand😩😩

[wuplur]

You got to be kidding! I would have much rather preferred the factory activation then the aftermarket kit I got, although the mirroring is pretty nice. Everyone I asked at Audi said it wasn't possible and the factory activation option I found said it didn't work for 2016. :( Is that a clock in red above your reception? Why is it displayed like that?
What is you MMI software version now?

https://shops.audi.com/en_GB/web/zubehoer/p/retrofit-solution-for-the-audi-smartphone-interface-4m0051472-9

[allenzhang215]

To clarify, when you say "before that", you mean just 2016 model year with the refresh (C7.5) right?

Yeah, for RS7, the 2017 model is the model comes with the Carplay option

[allenzhang215]

You got to be kidding! I would have much rather preferred the factory activation then the aftermarket kit I got, although the mirroring is pretty nice. Everyone I asked at Audi said it wasn't possible and the factory activation option I found said it didn't work for 2016. :( Is that a clock in red above your reception? Why is it displayed like that?
What is you MMI software version now?

https://shops.audi.com/en_GB/web/zubehoer/p/retrofit-solution-for-the-audi-smartphone-interface-4m0051472-9

Oh, that is because I have the music app running. Not sure if you ever noticed on your phone, when you running some app, when return to the main manual, the app keeps running, the clock on your phone screen will have blue color around it

Software version:MHI2_US_AU57X_K3324_1

[wuplur]

That's odd because I always have music playing and never noticed that. I wonder if the phone matters, I have an old iphone 6. Just verified when I play music, it does turn my whole upper tab blue on my phone but doesn’t change the clock on CarPlay screen. What app are you playing music on? Do you have the guys contact info?

My software is at MHI2_US_AU57X_K0539

[a4android]

So, it seems someone got a US MIB software update package. How much did you pay?

[kunaldoshi]

I need this.

[Dre325]

Yeah, for RS7, the 2017 model is the model comes with the Carplay option

I know, but the comment made it sound like this is possible to activate on any model year before 2017. To clarify, you can only do this on 2016 model year, not 2013-2015 pre facelift, correct?


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[wuplur]

I know, but the comment made it sound like this is possible to activate on any model year before 2017. To clarify, you can only do this on 2016 model year, not 2013-2015 pre facelift, correct?


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I would say yes because the USB's didn't come till 2016

[allenzhang215]

I know, but the comment made it sound like this is possible to activate on any model year before 2017. To clarify, you can only do this on 2016 model year, not 2013-2015 pre facelift, correct?


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Yes, I thought I said facelift model. For pre facelift model, I’m not sure, possibly need to install something


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[jsmonet]

So how do we get this?


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[allenzhang215]

So how do we get this?


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I can provide the shop name on taobao.com, then you could search for it. The main thing you have to do is find someone could speak Mandarin, the rest should be easy.

[Wkraus]

I called my local Audi dealership today and asked if there’s a firmware update available and said he would check and call me back. Anyone else ask?

[allenzhang215]

I called my local Audi dealership today and asked if there’s a firmware update available and said he would check and call me back. Anyone else ask?

I need to mention that, after I updated the firmware, the Carplay is not there yet, the guy activate for me.

[PaulRS7]

Can you post a link to the site that you got it activated from.

[MadMaxD]

Does it do Android Auto too?

[RAF_S7]

I called my local Audi dealership today and asked if there’s a firmware update available and said he would check and call me back. Anyone else ask?

I have a UK 2016 S7 and tried to get my dealer to update my MMI to latest version (under warranty due to radio issue). They did this and still wouldn’t activate car play [>_>]

[allenzhang215]

I have a UK 2016 S7 and tried to get my dealer to update my MMI to latest version (under warranty due to radio issue). They did this and still wouldn’t activate car play [>_>]

Carplay requires extra step to be activated on 2016 model cars. After I updated my firmware, he did something to activate the Carplay

[allenzhang215]

Does it do Android Auto too?

Based on the introduction, yes. However, it's called Baidu Carlife, which will have Android carplay. I'm not sure it has English Version or not.

[allenzhang215]

Can you post a link to the site that you got it activated from.

Go to www.taobao.com, then search for "宁波迅捷数码", that's the shop

[Alister]

Carplay requires extra step to be activated on 2016 model cars. After I updated my firmware, he did something to activate the Carplay

No idea what?

[allenzhang215]

No idea what?

I would love to know how. If I know, then I can sell the activation myself.

[Alister]

I would love to know how. If I know, then I can sell the activation myself.

Or just help out fellow owners by sharing the information on the forum here (one of the reasons why forums exist - to help others).

[allenzhang215]

Or just help out fellow owners by sharing the information on the forum here (one of the reasons why forums exist - to help others).

Good point. I actually chatted with the guy about it. It is not simple. He told me the spent quite bit to buy softwares which are used to "crack" in, activate stuff. I definitely will not spend that much just for the Carplay myself.

[wuplur]

I think this is it.

我在淘宝Lite发现了 奥迪A3 A4L A5 A6L a7A8L Q3 Q5 Q7专用无线carpaly手机互联投屏,一起来看! https://m.intl.taobao.com/detail/detail.html?id=555484883772&abtest=8&rn=ff91fff7dd8e52721fdfcb2bad7546a5&sid=14d71f0b2d7e34f75d91d06135cca394#modal=share&timeStamp=1550737332397

[allenzhang215]

I think this is it.

我在淘宝Lite发现了 奥迪A3 A4L A5 A6L a7A8L Q3 Q5 Q7专用无线carpaly手机互联投屏,一起来看! https://m.intl.taobao.com/detail/detail.html?id=555484883772&abtest=8&rn=ff91fff7dd8e52721fdfcb2bad7546a5&sid=14d71f0b2d7e34f75d91d06135cca394#modal=share&timeStamp=1550737332397

Same service different shop.

[Wkraus]

I have a 2016, hoping the guy that sells the aftermarket setup could charge us to activate this instead? Maybe someone local would be great! Happy to pay!! Just want it. Bad. I miss it more then I thought I would. My 5 previous cars had it and my golf r I still have does.

[PaulRS7]

It appears as though they kinda jailbreak the mmi to allow carplay to be activated, I’m definently surprised not more aftermarket suppliers can offer this service.

[allenzhang215]

I have a 2016, hoping the guy that sells the aftermarket setup could charge us to activate this instead? Maybe someone local would be great! Happy to pay!! Just want it. Bad. I miss it more then I thought I would. My 5 previous cars had it and my golf r I still have does.

If you can come by, I definitely can help you with it. Just probably not worth the trip all the way to Michigan for it (driving, gas, hotel, etc). Probably for the same cost, you could get the the aftermarket setup which will give you the extra mirroring function.
Or, if you can find someone who can read and speak Mandarin, then you should be good to go.

[Wkraus]

If you can come by, I definitely can help you with it. Just probably not worth the trip all the way to Michigan for it (driving, gas, hotel, etc). Probably for the same cost, you could get the the aftermarket setup which will give you the extra mirroring function.
Or, if you can find someone who can read and speak Mandarin, then you should be good to go.
I work all over the United States a few times a year and I’m gonna be doing an east coast trip soon. Maybe I’ll drive this one again and make it happen! Thank you for offering!!

[allenzhang215]

I work all over the United States a few times a year and I’m gonna be doing an east coast trip soon. Maybe I’ll drive this one again and make it happen! Thank you for offering!!

Just keep in mind, because of the time difference (EASTERN TIME, currently 13 hours difference), best time would be our evening, which is in the morning in China.

[wuplur]

Did this activation also turn on the reminder setting for “your cellphone is still in the vehicle”?

[allenzhang215]

Did this activation also turn on the reminder setting for “your cellphone is still in the vehicle”?

I actually don't know the car has this option.

[ReiKai]

Please keep us updated. I am jelly af with my wife's B9 that offer so many options in their MMI. I too have an 2016 A7 and would love to have this unlocked. I went to Audi Honolulu and tried to convince them to unlock it. The service manager told me "If you really want this feature, you might as well buy the RS5 Sport Back in our showroom." So they will hold out on you for more services.

[allenzhang215]

Please keep us updated. I am jelly af with my wife's B9 that offer so many options in their MMI. I too have an 2016 A7 and would love to have this unlocked. I went to Audi Honolulu and tried to convince them to unlock it. The service manager told me "If you really want this feature, you might as well buy the RS5 Sport Back in our showroom." So they will hold out on you for more services.

I doubt Audi dealer will do it. I went there couple times, said no software update for my car.

Before I went this route, I was waiting for the NJ guy's hardware.
Then I found this, so no need for extra hardware installation.

[DetRebel]

I live in Michigan and I have a pre-facelift C7 A6. Would you be willing to see if they can activate CarPlay in the older MMI?


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[gta7]

I live in Michigan and I have a pre-facelift C7 A6. Would you be willing to see if they can activate CarPlay in the older MMI?


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Totally different system. The point it the 2016 system could have supported it but they left it out.

[DetRebel]

Totally different system. The point it the 2016 system could have supported it but they left it out.

Okay, I’ll probably wait it out for the android tablet with wireless CarPlay


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[mjfloyd1]

Just got my Carplay activated on my 2016 RS7!!

If anyone wants to do this, I would sell you my 32 GB SD card which has the needed Mega file already on it and my D-Link (and CD ROM for the d link) for $20 plus shipping.

All you would need is Teamviewer 14 on your PC and to make contact with the seller on taobao.

https://www.sgshop.com.my/taobao/tao-bao/details?tbid=572893486144&cid=50016293&sptitle=%26%2322885%3B%26%2336842%3BA6L+carplay%26 %2336827%3B%26%2321475%3BA7+Q7+Avant+C7%26%2320027 %3B%26%2326426%3B%26%2328608%3B%26%2327963%3B%26%2 333529%3B%26%2326524%3B%26%2323433%3B%26%2321331%3 B%26%2330334%3B%26%2324230%3Bcarlife

Mark

[dee5330]

Dibs!!


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[mpressive6]

I'll take it as well if for some reason things fall through. Would it be helpful if we mentioned where people are located? Maybe we could get a few in a couple of states/locations, have a group build or something.

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[whatsamattau447]

Interested as well.. In IL

[mjfloyd1]

You guys do know this is for the C7.5 refresh correct ? I see dee5330 has a 2013 and it won’t work unless you have a different C7.5 refresh car.

I don’t think a group build would work. This is one guy in China and we are 12 hour apart (based on EST). It would have to be passed along as I am doing and each person contact him for the firmware upgrade and CarPlay activation.

Mark

[Wkraus]

I have a 2016 and as you can see from my other posts this is extremely important to me. I would love to be added in this chain of buyers and would happily pay more then $20!!

[PaulRS7]

Gday,
Does the guy in China speak English and what is the D-link required for?

[dee5330]

I have a 16 RS7.


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[mjfloyd1]

P.C. -> Ethernet cord-> D Link -> USB inside armrest.

You move the SD card back and forth between the PC and the SD1 slot in the radio.

He uses teamviewer 14 to remotely control your computer and download a few things and open files. I used a new computer that had no banking or other apps that I would be worried about.

I communicated by messaging from inside taobao. He knows enough English that we were able to get it done. I sent a lot of pics using the taobao messaging system. He sent a lot of pics showing me what buttons to push and how long to push them. It was actually easier than I feared that it might be. Keep in mind that I’m 54 and not very computer savvy.

I did however have a student from China get me registered in taobao and she put the product into my shopping cart so that I could just go back and click the shopping cart. Then I clicked on the product inside the shopping cart and then clicked on the second figure on the bottom left which takes you to the messaging app. You can also use telegraph if you know how to do that.

As far as paying him goes, he sent me a PayPal request in USD. I got lucky and exchange rates are favorable so it was $148.

I’ll figure out postage for dee... I didn’t want to sell you something that would not work - I’m glad that it will work.

Mark

[janthony6]

I’ll do it!

[mjfloyd1]

Best contact is via telegram app

[allenzhang215]

P.C. -> Ethernet cord-> D Link -> USB inside armrest.

You move the SD card back and forth between the PC and the SD1 slot in the radio.

He uses teamviewer 14 to remotely control your computer and download a few things and open files. I used a new computer that had no banking or other apps that I would be worried about.

I communicated by messaging from inside taobao. He knows enough English that we were able to get it done. I sent a lot of pics using the taobao messaging system. He sent a lot of pics showing me what buttons to push and how long to push them. It was actually easier than I feared that it might be. Keep in mind that I’m 54 and not very computer savvy.

I did however have a student from China get me registered in taobao and she put the product into my shopping cart so that I could just go back and click the shopping cart. Then I clicked on the product inside the shopping cart and then clicked on the second figure on the bottom left which takes you to the messaging app. You can also use telegraph if you know how to do that.

As far as paying him goes, he sent me a PayPal request in USD. I got lucky and exchange rates are favorable so it was $148.

I’ll figure out postage for dee... I didn’t want to sell you something that would not work - I’m glad that it will work.

Mark

Great to hear that it works for you.

I probably need to request some refund from him since you paid like 40 bucks less than I did, lol

[mjfloyd1]

I still have the Mega file on my computer and could transfer to SD card(s) if people want to avoid the hassle and would pay for shipping.

Mark

[mpressive6]

I still have the Mega file on my computer and could transfer to SD card(s) if people want to avoid the hassle and would pay for shipping.

MarkMark,

I have a 2016 A7 so that's why I suggested a group build. I would be interested in purchasing the SD card so to clarify what would remain to get this up and running, the software, Ethernet, and contact the China resource correct??

If I still need to purchase the service from the China resource what advantage do I gain again purchasing the SD card from you? Thank you for your support in this thread.

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[allenzhang215]

Mark,

I have a 2016 A7 so that's why I suggested a group build. I would be interested in purchasing the SD card so to clarify what would remain to get this up and running, the software, Ethernet, and contact the China resource correct??

If I still need to purchase the service from the China resource what advantage do I gain again purchasing the SD card from you? Thank you for your support in this thread.

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Basically, you can buy SD card from your local store, and download the software from the link provided by the China resource. The download process gonna take coupe hours. Buying from him, you could skip the downloading step.

[mjfloyd1]

guy in China sent me a Mega file that I downloaded onto SD card. Used teamviewer for him to control my computer remotely. Used taobao app to message him and he sent me pics showing what buttons to push. I sent him pics of what was showing on my MMI screen.

You have to move SD card back and forth between PC and SD1 slot on radio. Also have to plug in Dlink to the usb under armrest in center console. (USB for phone is towards driver’s side (USA) and USB for PC is towards passenger side (USA)

Allen is right. The Mega file takes hours to download.

Next is just getting a d link and Ethernet cord for PC to d link

Next is firmware update - that takes a couple hours.

Then activate CarPlay. That was quick for Allen but at least an hour for me because I had some illegal values and I had to plug in SD card back and forth and also plug and unplug Dlink.

When it is working he sends you a PayPal request for USD.

[magn2o]

If anyone saved the various payloads copied to the SDcard during the multiple stages, I'd love to pull them apart and dig into the scripts..

[mjfloyd1]

SD card with mega file and D-Link and CD ROM mailed to dee5330.

[flimay2k]

Just texted the guy on Telegram, he was pretty responsive, told me to buy the D-link and that it would cost around $ 178.00, I'd do it if I could get Android Auto as well, but looks like this is not an option, I'm not changing my phone to an iPhone.

[wuplur]

I thought this was activating the factory “smartphone interface”? If that’s the case then it should add android auto.

[flimay2k]

I thought this was activating the factory “smartphone interface”? If that’s the case then it should add android auto.

I'm not sure about that, I think it's an asian version of the software that supports carplay and baidu carlife, which looks a lot like android auto but I don't think can be used in the US.

mjfloyd1 - can you confirm if Android Auto is available?

[mjfloyd1]

I have an iPhone. I did not care about Android honestly. There is carlife but he said it was “China only”. You would have to ask him on telegram.

[golffather]

Firmware MHI2_US_AU57x_PO536 can be patched to activate carplay (US Version)
Firmware MHI2_ER_AU57x_K2519_2 cannot (UK/European version) [=(]

[greatgretsch]

How do you check firmware version?

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[golffather]

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[whatsamattau447]

I just had my car activated tonight... I had an extra Android phone and hooked it up... sure enough it works!

Very happy.

[greatgretsch]

[up] thanks!

[greatgretsch]

Wow. It can be done reliably by non-Audi....so certainly AUDI could do it if they were so inclined. [headbang]

[doogie]

From what I can see - the gizmo referred to as "D-Link" in the thread looks like a USB to Ethernet NIC? For real - that's intense. Do any of you have a model number?

Sounds like my shopping list is -

TBD D-Link product - from one of the taobao images it looks like they used an older rev of the DUB-E100, USB2 to 10/100. See here (https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/403655-REG/D_Link_DUB_E100_DUB_E100_USB_2_0_10_100Mb.html) for example.
SD card - 32GB sufficient?


If somebody can get the "mega file" to me I can host it, to try and save time. I can imagine trying to get these files from China would be pretty tough.

I'm curious too - for those that got CarPlay activated - what does your firmware version say now?

[mjfloyd1]

He said 8-32 GB sufficient

[mjfloyd1]

He directed me to DUB-E100 D-LINK

[mjfloyd1]

Firmware revision is MHI2_US_AU57x_K3324_1

[whatsamattau447]

The only thing I suggest is getting a brand name sd card.. the longest pet was flashing the mmi with the new firmware.. I had a 90Mb read/write (I don’t know how fast the sd card reader in mmi is) but that took 23 min from start to finish.

The firmware is 1.6 gig in size he hosts on mega and it took me 2 min to download..

If need be I can send the file to someone but he adds some special sauce to it to get it working..

[mjfloyd1]

I used SanDisk ultra plus 32 GB

You must have fast internet. It took me over 3 hours to download the mega file.

[doogie]

Oh - hosted on mega. That makes more sense! Nevermind then, I will get the USB NIC and get in touch with this guy. Thanks for all of the info!!

[dani4mari]

Hello everyone my firmware version is MIH2_ER_AUG11_P0034 from 2015, somebody's can't help me to upgrade the firmware version? Thx

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[Wkraus]

Has anyone considered recording the steps so it would be easier then dealing with the complicated language barrier and making a tutorial video? I don’t mind paying this guy overseas for the work he put in just not super comfortable installing more apps and trying to figure it all out. I’m willing to pay, but for me time is money

[whatsamattau447]

I can give you basic steps...

1. download file from Mega

2. Use Teamviewer and connect w/him

3. He puts some files to SD CARD to PC

4. SD Card to MMI (Network cable to USB in Car)

5. MMI Reboot

6. Back + Bottom Left (GREEN MENU)

7. Ok --> Scroll Down --> RCC FOLDER --> SWDL --> User Defined SWDL check box RADIO Button

8. Back + Top Left (RED MENU)

9. UPDATE bottom Right

10. USER DEFINED

11. Bose Folder --> All (in upper Right Change to NONE)

12. He looked at RCC Folder (might be for cars with certain options.. i didn't do any changes)

13. START--> Continue--> Start

14. He checks to see if the update applied to all selections..

15. Resume --> Cancel Version Compare

16. Checks to see if Radio/Audi Nav Work.

17 SD Card to PC --> He moves some files

18 SD Card to MMI --> Reboots

19 Plug in Phone Works? = Done (mine required redoing steps 17 & 18)

[flimay2k]

Got My D-link and an SD card, I'll try to get it activated this weekend, let's see.

[doogie]

Another happy customer..funny thing is I never really used the MMI touchpad until now - it’s kind of useful for CarPlay!

[kebabman]

So how does a non-Chinese speaking non-tech person do this? Where do I go to order and what do I need to buy to get it done?

I just switched from a 2017 RS7 to a 2016 RS7 and I’m really missing CarPlay! [=(]

[mjfloyd1]

So how does a non-Chinese speaking non-tech person do this? Where do I go to order and what do I need to buy to get it done?

I just switched from a 2017 RS7 to a 2016 RS7 and I’m really missing CarPlay! [=(]

See post 58.

I’m 54.... and I did it. He knows some English - enough that it is no problem at all.

He uploads a file to Mega. You download it onto your computer and save it on a SD card. You also buy a d-link to connect from your computer to a usb in the rs7.

It is easy. Just a bit time consuming.

[hitmanlol]

you guys are absolutely insane letting a person from a foreign country connect to your computer with teamviewer and update a sd card that writes firmware to a component of your car. Imagine if the next time you start up it says "you can not start your car unless you send 5 bitcoin to the following address"....
Proceed with caution, friends.

[whatsamattau447]

No Risk = No Reward...

He pulls the unique code from the Car to start firmware upgrade... Then he flashes Europe/UK firmware that allows CarPlay as an upgrade purchase. He then pulls a code in a keygen to unlock the CarPlay W/O having to purchase it.

Can he really screw up your car? Sure..
But I’d be more worried about the inline boxes from China that can do CarPlay as well.

Seeing how AOA doesn’t give us the purchase option of CarPlay and how Audi connect promised OTA updates (only for 2.5 years then you got to see your dealer)

On top of that google earth overlay is going away in 2020 I’ll let a guy from China work his magic

[allenzhang215]

you guys are absolutely insane letting a person from a foreign country connect to your computer with teamviewer and update a sd card that writes firmware to a component of your car. Imagine if the next time you start up it says "you can not start your car unless you send 5 bitcoin to the following address"....
Proceed with caution, friends.

To me it has no risk at all. Probably you are not familiar with the website. Taobao is owned by Alibaba Group. Usually, most stores like this on Taobao will have physical shop. This guy owns a physical shop which is very close to my hometown. I have couple friends had work done at his place in the past and very satisfy with the result.

I understand your concerns though.

[mjfloyd1]

I used a new laptop that had no credit card or banking info on it. I did remove teamviewer from my computer promptly too.

I’ve had no issues and as far as I know, no one else that has done this has had any issues.

[doogie]

No issues here. I consider myself especially paranoid in this regard. I used an old laptop that I built out especially for this purpose, put it in a locked down VLAN routed out through a VPN, and then wiped the drive once finished. All of this is extreme overkill and completely unnecessary, but no matter what I would not leave the PC unattended while someone is connected to it.

As for the MMI, sure some sort of malware/ransomware could be inserted, but that would be quite a lot of work, AND it would cause a revenue stream to dry up for this guy once he's found out. I just don't think it's to his advantage to do anything bad.

[FEROCIOUS]

I just got Audi Smart phone interface installed into my 2016 S7. I’m in Canada. Thanks to the person that started this thread. It was very helpful and easy to find this person in Asia. Contact was very easy. I downloaded Telegram and added him by name which is @Carplay_audi. He sends you the mega file which is about 1.61GB compressed where you have to decompress it to about 3.60GB. You communicate with him using Telegram. He asks you to take pictures of each step to ensure that everything is going accordingly. One thing you have to have is the D-link E100 USB2.0 to Ethernet. That’s the only one that you can communicate with when plugged into Audi’s USB under the armrest otherwise it will not work. After install was done and everything’s working, he sends you his PayPal address and you pay him $155US.



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[magn2o]

Would someone who has completed this mind providing the payload (via mega is fine), please? I would really like to dive into the package details.

[FEROCIOUS]

115453115454


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[FEROCIOUS]

https://mega.nz/#!TGoEkASB!9MS1YWokiLuY7HiEspUPaKsTNY5-vCFTT9geqmZB3-I

Mega file download


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[agent47]

I just got Audi Smart phone interface installed into my 2016 S7. I’m in Canada. Thanks to the person that started this thread. It was very helpful and easy to find this person in Asia. Contact was very easy. I downloaded Telegram and added him by name which is @Carplay_audi. He sends you the mega file which is about 1.61GB compressed where you have to decompress it to about 3.60GB. You communicate with him using Telegram. He asks you to take pictures of each step to ensure that everything is going accordingly. One thing you have to have is the D-link E100 USB2.0 to Ethernet. That’s the only one that you can communicate with when plugged into Audi’s USB under the armrest otherwise it will not work. After install was done and everything’s working, he sends you his PayPal address and you pay him $155US.



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[whatsamattau447]

It adds Android Auto as well

[magn2o]

https://mega.nz/#!TGoEkASB!9MS1YWokiLuY7HiEspUPaKsTNY5-vCFTT9geqmZB3-I

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Thanks for this. Quick question: Is this the only file the seller has you load? I ask because this is just a firmware (MHI2_US_AU57x_K3324_1 to be specific). I haven't yet obtained a fresh copy of this firmware to run a diff against to look for changes, but I doubt they're loading a modified firmware (if they are, that could possibly be problematic should you ever need to update firmware in the future).

[tabio42]

Does this work in a facelift D4? :)


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[mjfloyd1]

Does this work in a facelift D4? :)


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Ask him on telegram

[FEROCIOUS]

Thanks for this. Quick question: Is this the only file the seller has you load? I ask because this is just a firmware (MHI2_US_AU57x_K3324_1 to be specific). I haven't yet obtained a fresh copy of this firmware to run a diff against to look for changes, but I doubt they're loading a modified firmware (if they are, that could possibly be problematic should you ever need to update firmware in the future).

I think it’s a firmware from the 2017 models. I had the vehicle serviced prior to doing this and I asked him if there is an MMI firmware update and they said no. There’s never one unless you’re having problems where they reload the one your vehicle comes with. But again some of these service advisors are not that knowledgeable when it comes to firmware updates. One service advisor at a very big dealership in Vancouver didn’t even know that Audi smartphone was available for the 2017-18 Models A7/S7/RS7.

After i performed the update for the smartphone it didn’t give me the newer maps. This is strictly a newer firmware Audi released in order to connect your smartphone. After he updates the firmware, he then activates the smartphone icon. It’s greyed out in the setting.


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[FEROCIOUS]

Does this work in a facelift D4? :)


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I asked him for you. He said only facelift A6/7 S6/7 and RS6/7


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[widebodyfx]

Another happy customer..funny thing is I never really used the MMI touchpad until now - it’s kind of useful for CarPlay!

Thanks to doogie for the care package! About to do this with the CarPlay guy in the next hour or so.

[tabio42]

I asked him for you. He said only facelift A6/7 S6/7 and RS6/7


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[widebodyfx]

2x cars done tonight, success. All straight forward, B&O audio config is a little different from the instructions above in that he didn't mess with that part of the firmware. 2nd car done is not using the Bose amp and it doesn't show up in the red menu, he worked around it.

Both cars were done in a parking structure so a little freaky for the car to think it was in Los Angeles in the OEM NAV menus, it does resync once it gets outside.

Big Big Props to allenzhang215 for starting the hunt for this! Doogie, you rock for giving your kit out, will get the kit into the hands of another NWer!

[OlyS6]

2x cars done tonight, success. All straight forward, B&O audio config is a little different from the instructions above in that he didn't mess with that part of the firmware. 2nd car done is not using the Bose amp and it doesn't show up in the red menu, he worked around it.

Both cars were done in a parking structure so a little freaky for the car to think it was in Los Angeles in the OEM NAV menus, it does resync once it gets outside.

Big Big Props to allenzhang215 for starting the hunt for this! Doogie, you rock for giving your kit out, will get the kit into the hands of another NWer!

widebodyfx, thanks for the assist on this! Carplay is working flawlessly on my car now, and I have to admit, using the MMI dial rather than a touch screen is much more intuitive than I anticipated! I'm pretty excited about not having to add any additional hardware to achieve this either!

Of course, it begs the question as to why Audi didn't offer Carplay/Android Auto in NA MY2016 cars to begin with, and don't offer a software/firmware upgrade now for those cars, since this is all it takes.

[widebodyfx]

Thanks for dinner man! Glad you made the drive up, the carplay aftermarket boxes provide a similar experience but the button sequence to start it up every time was a little annoying on short stops, parking system/camera was another little annoyance in being that you couldn't call up cameras at will from the P button and the DIS not really giving you any info on media was the other thing having the MMI do it natively resolved.

Should've come from Audi USA like this considering the hardware is there. Booo on Audi, Yeah on enthusiast community.

[flimay2k]

Got mine done today, same experience as the others, the guy was pretty professional all the time, took about 60~70 minutes total. He excludes the B&O amp of the updates otherwise component protection kicks in and we lose audio.

Using Android Auto most of the time, I realized that Android Auto is pretty sensitive to the cable I'm using, it was freezing on me first.

Compared to the carplay box I have from RSnav and the resolution on Android Auto looks a lot better in the Audi smartphone interface, couple of images to show:

https://i.imgur.com/btgGhjkl.jpg

RSNav:
https://i.imgur.com/33yXjOgl.jpg

Audi interface:
https://i.imgur.com/aloFntpl.jpg

Note that the RSNav interface doesn't know it's night and keeps everything on light color.

I'm pretty happy with the update, for the money I paid it's absolutely a bargain. I'd have paid Audi $500 for the update, and they still have the balls to say the hardware is not compatible.

[IowaRS7]

I have been telling myself I didn’t want or care about CarPlay, sometimes it annoys the hell out of me, but seeing all these posts now has me feeling like I need to do this on my 16 RS7, hmmm

Does it mess with VIM that I have activated?

[widebodyfx]

I have the VIM thing done with OBDEleven, it doesn't mess with that and VIM and no nag prompts still works.

[FEROCIOUS]

Got mine done today, same experience as the others, the guy was pretty professional all the time, took about 60~70 minutes total. He excludes the B&O amp of the updates otherwise component protection kicks in and we lose audio.

Using Android Auto most of the time, I realized that Android Auto is pretty sensitive to the cable I'm using, it was freezing on me first.

Compared to the carplay box I have from RSnav and the resolution on Android Auto looks a lot better in the Audi smartphone interface, couple of images to show:

https://i.imgur.com/btgGhjkl.jpg

RSNav:
https://i.imgur.com/33yXjOgl.jpg

Audi interface:
https://i.imgur.com/aloFntpl.jpg

Note that the RSNav interface doesn't know it's night and keeps everything on light color.

I'm pretty happy with the update, for the money I paid it's absolutely a bargain. I'd have paid Audi $500 for the update, and they still have the balls to say the hardware is not compatible.

Did you update your Audi oem maps? I noticed it’s the 2018/19 version


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[flimay2k]

Did you update your Audi oem maps? I noticed it’s the 2018/19 version


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I did that manually by downloading the latest map on Audi connect website, there's actually another version that I already downloaded but still need to install. But with AA and Carplay available I won't be using Audi's navigation.

[magn2o]

17 SD Card to PC --> He moves some files

Do you happen those "files" -- the ones (which I assume are a script) that are loaded after the firmware update?

[wellsit]

Yes! Finally an option for C7.5's. I'll be doing this to get Android Auto on my car. Thanks to the community for investigating and testing this out!

Is there any risk of this being rolled back during a service visit to Audi?

[widebodyfx]

If your MIB were to be replaced for some reason Audi USA would not put the same firmware or Audi Smart Phone authorization back on. I had a MIB replaced for a bad SIM slot after buying the car and it wiped out all the addresses I had saved, I don't think the MIB is a common failure.

[allenzhang215]

Yes! Finally an option for C7.5's. I'll be doing this to get Android Auto on my car. Thanks to the community for investigating and testing this out!

Is there any risk of this being rolled back during a service visit to Audi?

Just like widebodyfx mentioned, only if MIB need to be replaced, then you will need to do the update again. Otherwise, no risk of being rolled back during service at all. I took my car to Audi for service after getting carplay activated. Everything was good after service

[FEROCIOUS]

I did that manually by downloading the latest map on Audi connect website, there's actually another version that I already downloaded but still need to install. But with AA and Carplay available I won't be using Audi's navigation.

Can you please tell me where ? I didn’t have Audi connect on my vehicle. I wouldn’t mind having the most upto date maps for future resale.


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[widebodyfx]

I posted the process here but you have to have an Audi Connect plan from what others said about the files being VIN bound. https://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/844676-OTA-Map-Updates

[FEROCIOUS]

I posted the process here but you have to have an Audi Connect plan from what others said about the files being VIN bound. https://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/844676-OTA-Map-Updates

I guess screw it. Thanks for sharing


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[kebabman]

@carplay_audi on Telegram just added CarPlay to my 2016 RS7, no problems at all! Highly recommended!

If anyone needs a D-link DUB-E100 and an SD card pre-loaded with the correct MMI firmware to do this pm me you can have them for what I paid for them.

[IowaRS7]

@carplay_audi on Telegram just added CarPlay to my 2016 RS7, no problems at all! Highly recommended!

If anyone needs a D-link DUB-E100 and an SD card pre-loaded with the correct MMI firmware to do this pm me you can have them for what I paid for them.

I was just going to ask where ppl picked up their D-link. Will send PM

[carplay]

HI:
I'm activation audi A6 S6 Rs6 A7 s7 RS7 MIB2 carplay
My Telegram ID:@carplay_audi
Thanks for your attention.

[CTRob84]

HI:
I'm activation audi A6 S6 Rs6 A7 s7 RS7 MIB2 carplay
My Telegram ID:@carplay_audi
Thanks for your attention.

Hey man!

Chat to you yesterday on Telegram. Greetings from Ireland!

Hoping we can upgrade my 2015 A7 face-lift MIB2 with Carplay and Android Auto :)

Cheers!
Rob

[mpressive6]

@carplay_audi on Telegram just added CarPlay to my 2016 RS7, no problems at all! Highly recommended!

If anyone needs a D-link DUB-E100 and an SD card pre-loaded with the correct MMI firmware to do this pm me you can have them for what I paid for them.Interested as well.

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[mpressive6]

I was just going to ask where ppl picked up their D-link. Will send PMKebabman shared that he just sent off the package to you. When you're done with it I would like to purchase from you. Please PM when available. I love how many on the forum are open to helping with another.

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[mpressive6]

I was just going to ask where ppl picked up their D-link. Will send PMSent PM.

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[zizzam]

I asked him for you. He said only facelift A6/7 S6/7 and RS6/7


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Sorry for the noob question but I want to be sure this will work for my A7 before I proceed. What exactly does "facelift" mean? I see the reference on the forums all the time but never figured it out. I have a 2016 A7, it has USB ports under the armrest. Thanks for the help

[FEROCIOUS]

Sorry for the noob question but I want to be sure this will work for my A7 before I proceed. What exactly does "facelift" mean? I see the reference on the forums all the time but never figured it out. I have a 2016 A7, it has USB ports under the armrest. Thanks for the help

In 2016, they changed up the headlights and tail-lights to a newer look so they call that facelift. Made it look better. They also changed the MMI to MIB2 but didn’t add CarPlay. It was added to the 2017 models. If you have the USB port under the arm rest which I’m sure you do then he can do this for you. If you’re vehicle production date is after May 2016 then you also go to the dealer and have them activate it for you. If not the guy on Telegram will do it for you. Hope that answered your question.


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[zizzam]

In 2016, they changed up the headlights and tail-lights to a newer look so they call that facelift. Made it look better. They also changed the MMI to MIB2 but didn’t add CarPlay. It was added to the 2017 models. If you have the USB port under the arm rest which I’m sure you do then he can do this for you. If you’re vehicle production date is after May 2016 then you also go to the dealer and have them activate it for you. If not the guy on Telegram will do it for you. Hope that answered your question.


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It does, thanks for the info

[CTRob84]

Just for reference my car is a February 2015 facelift A7 with MIB2 and dual USB ports under the arm rest. I am hopeful AA / Carplay can be activated on my car.

[IowaRS7]

Sent PM.

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Didn’t get PM but will surely connect with you once I have items and completed the process!

[warp_ix]

Another satisfied customer. Big thanks to widebodyfx for the help!https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190418/e37abab39649997a63c2fdd13f99b066.jpg

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[widebodyfx]

Doogie started it up here, he guinea pigged it and handed off the kit. Happy to help others like he helped me. Love the xpel stealth Daytona on your RS7, classy set up all around. [up]

[carplay]

Carplay&auto No problem at all.

[mpressive6]

Didn’t get PM but will surely connect with you once I have items and completed the process!Thanks for the reply. Just sent another pm. Hope it goes through.

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[tnjed]

Ready to go whenever the next opportunity arises!

[mjfloyd1]

Ready to go whenever the next opportunity arises!

You need to contact him via telegram. He will upload the Mega file. You download file onto a SD card. You need to get the D-link and an Ethernet cable. Your PC needs a SD slot or you need a USB to SD card adapter

[zizzam]

Same, just finished my setup on 2016 A7, works great! Been waiting for this since I got the car and since AOA isnt willing to help, props to @carplay for hooking us up!

[bobby1216]

wait, so isnt this exactally what android auto does? that screen looks alot like mine on android auto as far as I can tell. so dumb question, why wouldn't you just drop old apple technology phones and get an android, lol? either way, pretty cool.

[tkelgard]

Kebabman shared that he just sent off the package to you. When you're done with it I would like to purchase from you. Please PM when available. I love how many on the forum are open to helping with another.

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Hi, I’m interested as well for my 2016 S3 (single USB under arm rest next to the Audi music interface port). Would like to get in line to get/pay for the d-link and sd card (and whatever else might have been needed). Thanks.


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[allenzhang215]

Hi, I’m interested as well for my 2016 S3 (single USB under arm rest next to the Audi music interface port). Would like to get in line to get/pay for the d-link and sd card (and whatever else might have been needed). Thanks.


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[IowaRS7]

Another 16 RS7 done! Took about an hour, mostly waiting for MMI to process the updates. Simple and straightforward and the integration works better than I had imagined. Sending D-Link adapter and SD card with files onto the next in line!

[TurboNV]

I thought Waze was now available on CarPlay, is that true for what it all have activated?


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[kebabman]

I thought Waze was now available on CarPlay, is that true for what it all have activated?


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Yep, Waze works great through CarPlay on my 2016 RS7 now it’s activated. [up]

[chicagoaudi2]

Question about the upgrade: Should the engine be running during the upgrade process? Or, just keep it in accessory mode?

[kunaldoshi]

Who can walk me through this in English lol I need this!

[kebabman]

@carplay_audi on Telegram speaks English well enough to get the job done no issues, you don’t need to be technical.


Question about the upgrade: Should the engine be running during the upgrade process? Or, just keep it in accessory mode?

Ignition on, engine off.

[mpressive6]

Another 16 RS7 done! Took about an hour, mostly waiting for MMI to process the updates. Simple and straightforward and the integration works better than I had imagined. Sending D-Link adapter and SD card with files onto the next in line!Can't wait, I use Waze religiously and this will make my life so much less complicated. I recently had my car in the shop and had a loaner that had Carplay and then this thread pops up, have to have it.

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[IowaRS7]

I had a battery charger on mine during the install but ended up starting the car eventually as my MMI didn’t want to restart in AC mode. It restarts several times during the process.

I never spoke to the person, only text and photos and it went well. No real issues, just do not jump ahead and do something stupid, also follow instructions and clarify if you are unsure. Sending pics back and forth worked great too.


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[Barritia]

If anyone uses a USB to Ethernet adapter and gas luck with this update let me know.

[robbieg83]

Is this only available on the RS7? I sure hope I can get it on my 2016 facelift A6


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[carplay]

Is this only available on the RS7? I sure hope I can get it on my 2016 facelift A6


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A6 S6 RS6 a7 s7 RS7 All ok

[robbieg83]

I want this badly! I’ll pay whoever I have to. Anyone want to sell me the SD card when they are done?


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[Barritia]

I just ordered a usb to Ethernet adapter to test if this will work in laptops with just usb. Stuff should be here this week sometime.

[robbieg83]

Just ordered mine as well. Fingers crossed. I hope that since we are just activating with software, there’s even less possible issues than with the hardware Christian was trying to sell us.


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[kunaldoshi]

Is it necessary to have an SD card? The CarPlay guy didn’t mention it. Just said the D link adapter

[mjfloyd1]

Is it necessary to have an SD card? The CarPlay guy didn’t mention it. Just said the D link adapter

Yes. You download the Mega file onto the SD card. You will move the SD card back and forth between the radio SD1 slot and your PC when he requests you to do so.

[kunaldoshi]

Yes. You download the Mega file onto the SD card. You will move the SD card back and forth between the radio SD1 slot and your PC when he requests you to do so.

Thanks! Anyone have the SD card still?

[gta7]

Is this something that would be undone by an mmi update?

[mjfloyd1]

Is this something that would be undone by an mmi update?

Yes. Only certain MMI revisions can allow CarPlay activation

[chicagoaudi2]

Another satisfied customer! Process was easy and as described. Just finished the upgrade with him - works perfectly. PM me if you'd like to purchase the D-Link and SD-card....

[robbieg83]

Just received my dlink today and I downloaded the mega file to the SD card


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[robbieg83]

Another satisfied customer! Process was easy and as described. Just finished the upgrade with him - works perfectly. PM me if you'd like to purchase the D-Link and SD-card....

How were you able uncompress the file?


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[wuplur]

You just download the .rar file and put it on an SD card, correct? Or do I need to uncompress it?

[kebabman]

You just download the .rar file and put it on an SD card, correct? Or do I need to uncompress it?

Extract the rar onto the SD card

[TurboNV]

In the middle of my update now... definitely a bit nerve racking when the MMI reboots but this guy definitely knows what he is doing.


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[TurboNV]

117525

BOOM!


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[KevinV916]

Another activation done. Telegram is Carplay.

Had issues trying to update and he found that decompressing the rar file messed up. He was able to fix it and update went smoothly. Took about an hour with the troubleshooting.

2016 A6 2/15 mfg date

[CTRob84]

Another activation done. Telegram is Carplay.

Had issues trying to update and he found that decompressing the rar file messed up. He was able to fix it and update went smoothly. Took about an hour with the troubleshooting.

2016 A6 2/15 mfg date

Awesome! Same build date as my car. Where's your car from KevinV916?

[robbieg83]

Another happy customer! Took about 45 min total, and now I have CarPlay without needing hardware. Best investment ever!


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[robbieg83]

Boom 2.0!

117790


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[kunaldoshi]

I had an issue with my Bluetooth not working on my car using an iPhone XS Max. Anyone else using the same phone after this upgrade? Just want to make sure the same issue I had doesn’t come back up

[gta7]

I had an issue with my Bluetooth not working on my car using an iPhone XS Max. Anyone else using the same phone after this upgrade? Just want to make sure the same issue I had doesn’t come back up

Was wondering exact same thing.

[kunaldoshi]

Was wondering exact same thing.

Lol I’d murder someone if it reverted back to the way it was

[kebabman]

I had an issue with my Bluetooth not working on my car using an iPhone XS Max. Anyone else using the same phone after this upgrade? Just want to make sure the same issue I had doesn’t come back up

Im using an iPhone XS Max after doing the CarPlay activation on my 2016 RS7, haven’t run into any issues.

[FEROCIOUS]

When you have your phone plugged in the USB port, you will not be able to use Bluetooth at the same time


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[CTRob84]

When you have your phone plugged in the USB port, you will not be able to use Bluetooth at the same time


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Doesn't carplay and AA use Bluetooth for audio?

[FEROCIOUS]

Doesn't carplay and AA use Bluetooth for audio?

Not at all. When you plug in your phone everything routes through the USB port. Keep your Bluetooth connection off and try it you’ll see what I’m talking about.


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[CTRob84]

Not at all. When you plug in your phone everything routes through the USB port. Keep your Bluetooth connection off and try it you’ll see what I’m talking about.


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I thought the "Use Bluetooth" option in Android Auto allowed you to use Bluetooth for audio also.

[FEROCIOUS]

I don’t have an android phone so I can’t comment on that but for iPhones I don’t use my Bluetooth when it’s plugged in the USB port


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[FEROCIOUS]

I don’t have an android phone so I can’t comment on that but for iPhones I don’t use my Bluetooth when it’s plugged in the USB port. I would assume it’s the same for Android.


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[CTRob84]

Not at all. When you plug in your phone everything routes through the USB port. Keep your Bluetooth connection off and try it you’ll see what I’m talking about.


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I don’t have an android phone so I can’t comment on that but for iPhones I don’t use my Bluetooth when it’s plugged in the USB port


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My bad I made the assumption the options were the same for Carplay :)

[robbieg83]

I have a Honda Accord with CarPlay and always have issues with BT conflicting with CarPlay; it’s seems that fight one another. I’ve been told shutting off BT and using the cable is the best way to go when using CarPlay. I haven’t had any issues with either car since I started doing this.


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[Wkraus]

He just activated mine, so happy!!!

[magn2o]

Can someone possible log/record the process? It sounds like it’s just a firmware load and a few adaptations. Some people mention a “second” sdcard load, while others only a single load.

I’d really love to analyze this further if possible.

[wuplur]

I was thinking the same thing. It seems like he’s just pushing the newer software update 4M0906961AP from TSB 2047433/3 onto the 2016. I’d like to know if he’s updating everything and only unchecking B&O on the BOSE systems or is there more things to uncheck? Only problem is I can’t get the green screen adaptation to take.

[Wkraus]

I’m no computer guy by any means, but the sorcery I saw happen I doubt it’s easy to figure out. But again I’m not a tech savvy guy

[vhnguye5o4]

Can someone do a screen capture and record what the guy does. So we don't have to pay him.

[whatsamattau447]

Can someone do a screen capture and record what the guy does. So we don't have to pay him.

You buy a 60k+ car and can’t pony up $150?!

He has the skill.. therefore you pay a small sum for that skill set.

[FEROCIOUS]

Can someone do a screen capture and record what the guy does. So we don't have to pay him.

I can’t believe you don’t appreciate what this guy is offering ?!!! He asked me to pay him $155 and I paid him $200. I told him that he should charge more like $400 and people will still pay it.

The guys up in Europe like Sweden and Denmark are charging € 800 - 1000 where you have to send in your MMI so that’s more money for shipping and you’re complaining about remote 1hr service connection of $155? Damn man you’re Cheap!![emoji23]

Sell your Audi and buy a Honda

[allenzhang215]

From what I can tell is you have to connect to sort of "server" to perform the process. The "server" is his PC. Even you record the process on your pc screen, you have no idea what is going on on his end.

[CTRob84]

Can someone do a screen capture and record what the guy does. So we don't have to pay him.

Wow... You got to be kidding me.

[MadAboutCars]

Great to see you guy getting this done. Yes, $155 seems a small price to pay, but it would have been even nicer if Audi had offered to do it. Seems Audi is cutting costs at every corner, but I think it will end up costing them in the long run with customer loyalty. Next is the ending of the goggle maps overlay, even on cars like mine, that will still be under warranty when it happens. I've been driving Audi now since 2007 and I love their cars, but even I'm beginning to think that I might be better of with a different brand next time around. Hopefully things change in the next few years...

[Surfer8210]

Great to see you guy getting this done. Yes, $155 seems a small price to pay, but it would have been even nicer if Audi had offered to do it. Seems Audi is cutting costs at every corner, but I think it will end up costing them in the long run with customer loyalty. Next is the ending of the goggle maps overlay, even on cars like mine, that will still be under warranty when it happens. I've been driving Audi now since 2007 and I love their cars, but even I'm beginning to think that I might be better of with a different brand next time around. Hopefully things change in the next few years...

So you’ve been pretty loyal to Audi since 2007, just curious that if you were to switch brands which ones would you consider? Any particular models in mind?
I’m always interested in hearing what others would move on to after their Audi’s.


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[Prlme]

Does this company have an android auto version?

[kebabman]

Does this company have an android auto version?

He enables the factory Audi CarPlay / AA support, so the company is Audi, and yes it supports AA.

[mpressive6]

Does this company have an android auto version?Yes, AA is available as well as Carplay. Just got mine done this morning.

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[mpressive6]

Just got my system updated and thanks to IowaRS7, I had everything I needed to get the job done from a software perspective.

I have the equipment and I will forward to the 1st person that I hear from for the same that it cost me. Includes D-LINK Ethernet to USB along with CD drivers, SD card with all megaupload software. Thank you Audizine and fellow members for the knowledge and support.

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[Surfer8210]

Just got my system updated and thanks to IowaRS7, I had everything I needed to get the job done from a software perspective.

I have the equipment and I will forward to the 1st person that I hear from for the same that it cost me. Includes D-LINK Ethernet to USB along with CD drivers, SD card with all megaupload software. Thank you Audizine and fellow members for the knowledge and support.

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I follow this thread and I think that it’s awesome that you guys have this available to you.
Unfortunately my 2014 is limited in what I can use to accomplish the same. It seems there’s either the RSNAV option or another guy and he wants $600...[emoji33][emoji33].
The person complaining about paying $150 or so to have this done and trying to hijack the methods and techniques should really be grateful that this is even available.



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[Wkraus]

I am so absolutely thrilled I had this done! I can’t believe that’s all he charges is $155. After doing this with him honestly I would’ve paid more!

[tnjed]

Another happy customer! It works perfect, as if it were stock-installed.

Thanks to Widebodyfx for the hookup!

[kebabman]

Another happy customer! It works perfect, as if it were stock-installed.

Thanks to Widebodyfx for the hookup!

I had a 2017 RS7 then moved to a 2016 RS7, after the activation there is zero difference in CarPlay operation between the 2016 and the 2017 that had it enabled from the factory. Best $155 you can spend on a 2016. [up]

[Prlme]

Yes, AA is available as well as Carplay. Just got mine done this morning.

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Oh okay, so this enables them both at the same time??

[widebodyfx]

Yes, Android Auto and CarPlay both use the same host software. Interfacing with the phone is a little different between the two, Android seems to rely more on the touchpad/directional pad while CarPlay is more MMI knob in my brief use of Android Auto.

[PennState08]

Anybody in the central New Jersey area get this done? Or somewhere north or east of Philadelphia? Really would like to get this done, but like most have said, a little apprehensive. I don't have an extra laptop/PC laying around and am a bit uncomfortable using a the one laptop that I use for my business.

[kunaldoshi]

Anybody in the central New Jersey area get this done? Or somewhere north or east of Philadelphia? Really would like to get this done, but like most have said, a little apprehensive. I don't have an extra laptop/PC laying around and am a bit uncomfortable using a the one laptop that I use for my business.

About to do it this week. Going to use my co-workers laptop [emoji2958]

[carplay]

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[Wkraus]

Actually enjoying my car now. Thank you carplay!!! I’ve been waiting for something to not work it default back to the way it was. I was so skeptical. So happy I did this. Best money I’ve spent on the car! Also I think the least lol.

[Obormot]

Just upgraded mine. Haven't tested it heavily yet. It seems to work just fine.
One small thing I noticed though. I cannot adjust sound settings (bass, treble, etc.) unless I switch to radio or connect via bluetooth.
What about yours, guys?

[mpressive6]

Just got my system updated and thanks to IowaRS7, I had everything I needed to get the job done from a software perspective.

I have the equipment and I will forward to the 1st person that I hear from for the same that it cost me. Includes D-LINK Ethernet to USB along with CD drivers, SD card with all megaupload software. Thank you Audizine and fellow members for the knowledge and support.

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Also, don't know if this affects Carplay users but I noticed using Google maps vs Waze that there's a huge difference in resolution (Maps way better). Found out on my Metro commute this morning that there's a way to go into Developer mode in AA that will allow you to bump up the resolution to 720p. Anything over that will not be noticeable.

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[Obormot]

Are you saying there's a way to change the resolution? Can it be done for CarPlay too?

[soldierdj]

Wow!! 2016 Audi A6 3.0t. Just got my system updated. It’s super easy. $155 via PayPal but he only sends the request after your CarPlay is up and running
—need a pc with a Sd cars slot
—SD card. I’d recommend 16gb
—d link usb to Ethernet adapter (usb 2.0)
—Ethernet cable. Just need a short one. Like 2 or 3 feet
—download app called telegram from App Store—his contact info is carplay_audi
He’s about 12 hours ahead of Boston/eastern time
—contact him and he can guide you through the whole process
—-you’ll need a mega file that he’ll send you the link to and also to install teamviewer onto your pc (he remotes log in a does everything)
Takes about 30 mins once all files are downloaded and whatnot.
I can’t recommend this enough. I just bought my car recently and didn’t want to get a 2017 or 2018 which are essentially the same but with CarPlay.

[Obormot]

Wow!! 2016 Audi A6 3.0t. Just got my system updated. It’s super easy. $155 via PayPal but he only sends the request after your CarPlay is up and running
—need a pc with a Sd cars slot
—SD card. I’d recommend 16gb
—d link usb to Ethernet adapter (usb 2.0)
—Ethernet cable. Just need a short one. Like 2 or 3 feet
—download app called telegram from App Store—his contact info is carplay_audi
He’s about 12 hours ahead of Boston/eastern time
—contact him and he can guide you through the whole process
—-you’ll need a mega file that he’ll send you the link to and also to install teamviewer onto your pc (he remotes log in a does everything)
Takes about 30 mins once all files are downloaded and whatnot.
I can’t recommend this enough. I just bought my car recently and didn’t want to get a 2017 or 2018 which are essentially the same but with CarPlay.

Did you notice that resolution could be improved and that sound settings are not available?
Or is it happening only in my case?
It's still looks much better than their wired media interface, which was pretty useless for someone with bluetooth phone.
Actually, annoying as when you connected with wire to charge your phone it would switch from bluetooth to that wired Audi media thing, but when you disconnected wire it would not automatically go back to BT, you would need to enable BT manually.

[widebodyfx]

The settings for tone and stuff are not available for me either, saw that a few weeks ago. iPhone's somewhat have their own EQ at least for their music app, not sure how Android is these days.

[whatsamattau447]

Can anyone answer from the steering wheel, or just via MMI knob?

Siri/Google work via the wheel but not answering calls

[Breathless]

Just got mine done yesterday around 9PM Eastern time. Process takes about an hour.

A little bit scary when you see your computer getting taken controlled of and when seeing the MMI system rebooting and updating files but it all worked out.

Another thing is that I used a restricted account on my family laptop and it always needed admin permissions(Password) for him to change some firewall settings. It also looks like he connects to his own VPN so I'm sure the activation process is happening there(Thats's the only point the Dlink Ethernet USB is used). Also just remember to revert back to whatever previous setting that he has changed.

Many steps has to be done by yourself on the MMI Screen but just to make sure keep sending pictures of each step that you are doing to him. Easier that way to communicate as English is not his first language.

Mine was a Canadian spec 2016 Audi A7 with the factory 2015 firmware and it updated no problem. Maps did not get updated.

Cost was $155USD

In the end I'm glad I did it. I recently bought my 2016 TDI and part of the reason I bought it over a 2014/2015 was that I stumbled upon this thread when researching about this model. The 2016 A6/A7 TDI's are basically the only diesel VAG cars that you can buy in North America that can also get stock Apple CarPlay/AA (by using this method).

Thanks again everyone for the info.

[Moonlightblue2]

I want to have this done, but I don't have a PC, only macs. We're a pure Apple household. I think I'm going to buy a laptop just so I can do this. Can anyone tell me if the laptop needs to have particular specs? I realize it needs an SD card slot, and should be running Windows, but what else, such as minimum RAM? and does it need a data connection, or bluetooth? Minimum hard drive size? thanks..

[kebabman]

I want to have this done, but I don't have a PC, only macs. We're a pure Apple household. I think I'm going to buy a laptop just so I can do this. Can anyone tell me if the laptop needs to have particular specs? I realize it needs an SD card slot, and should be running Windows, but what else, such as minimum RAM? and does it need a data connection, or bluetooth? Minimum hard drive size? thanks..

I used VMware Fusion and created a Windows VM on my MacBook Pro(2015 model), worked fine. If you want to buy a PC just get the cheapest Windows 10 machine that has an SD card slot and an Ethernet port, it doesn’t need to be a high powered machine for this.

[magn2o]

I want to have this done, but I don't have a PC, only macs. We're a pure Apple household. I think I'm going to buy a laptop just so I can do this. Can anyone tell me if the laptop needs to have particular specs? I realize it needs an SD card slot, and should be running Windows, but what else, such as minimum RAM? and does it need a data connection, or bluetooth? Minimum hard drive size? thanks..

You shouldn’t need a PC. The seller is just connecting via a remote sharing device, most of which are cross platform. If your Mac doesn’t have an SDcard slot, just get a USB SDcard adapter. If for whatever unfathomable reason the seller insists on Windows since that’s all they’re familiar with, then you can just install VirtualBox/VMware/Parallels. Either way, there’s absolutely no need to buy a PC just for this.

[Moonlightblue2]

You shouldn’t need a PC. The seller is just connecting via a remote sharing device, most of which are cross platform. If your Mac doesn’t have an SDcard slot, just get a USB SDcard adapter. If for whatever unfathomable reason the seller insists on Windows since that’s all they’re familiar with, then you can just install VirtualBox/VMware/Parallels. Either way, there’s absolutely no need to buy a PC just for this.

Are you sure? That's great news if so. I have a MacBook that has a USB-C port and a SD card adapter that plugs into it. Not sure if that would work, but it's worth a try, especially since he only charges if the update is successful. So, when I'm sitting in my car and he's logging into my MMI, I obviously need to be within range of my wifi correct? Thanks..

[ClaudeG]

You shouldn’t need a PC. The seller is just connecting via a remote sharing device, most of which are cross platform. If your Mac doesn’t have an SDcard slot, just get a USB SDcard adapter. If for whatever unfathomable reason the seller insists on Windows since that’s all they’re familiar with, then you can just install VirtualBox/VMware/Parallels. Either way, there’s absolutely no need to buy a PC just for this.

I asked him, as I only have Mac as well. he said Windows only. :(

[Moonlightblue2]

I asked him, as I only have Mac as well. he said Windows only. :(

Yeh, but a poster just above you said he did it successfully with a mac, just downloaded VM Ware Fusion. A friend of mine is telling me to use Virtual Box. I'm still confused about whether these options will work, and if so, if they will cost almost as much as a basic used or returb PC. If the latter is true, I may just spend a little more and buy the PC..

[ClaudeG]

Well yea, with a virtual machine it turns your Mac into windows by running it as an app.


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[magn2o]

Yeh, but a poster just above you said he did it successfully with a mac, just downloaded VM Ware Fusion. A friend of mine is telling me to use Virtual Box. I'm still confused about whether these options will work, and if so, if they will cost almost as much as a basic used or returb PC. If the latter is true, I may just spend a little more and buy the PC..

VirtualBox is free. Parallels offers a 14-day trial.


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[Moonlightblue2]

VirtualBox is free. Parallels offers a 14-day trial.


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Ah, okay, sounds good. I see Parallels offers a quick way to install Windows as well, for no cost.. I may just be tech savy enough. Once I'm done, can I delete those applications without them leaving remaining pesky unnecessary files on my mac?

[magn2o]

Ah, okay, sounds good. I see Parallels offers a quick way to install Windows as well, for no cost.. I may just be tech savy enough. Once I'm done, can I delete those applications without them leaving remaining pesky unnecessary files on my mac?

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[Breathless]

From my experience doing this the hardware you need:
-A windows based PC(can use VM ware or whatever emulation on the Mac to run windows)
-PC needs an internet connection and needs an Ethernet port(could try using an adapter but adapter-adapter may add complications)
-D-Link e100 USB Ethernet adapter(I assume because Audi has created their mmi system to understand this adapter only- others may work but why take the chance)
8GB SD card or larger. Also need a USB to sd card reader if your laptop doesn’t have one built in

Steps on software has been mentioned already along with him sending instructions on the process for you to follow.

[ClaudeG]

Here is a dumb question... for those that are still under warranty, what would doing this do? I mean, its the MMI that is being upgraded, but any potential issues that someone may see that would point back at this hack?

[Barritia]

An update for people without a Ethernet port. You can run this adapter with the d-link adapter and it worked fine. It just viewed the usb ugreen adapter as a Ethernet port.

So it goes PC-UGreen adapter-Ethernet ford-dlink-Car USB slot

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[ClaudeG]

I just got this done... and I am so glad that I got this back (since I traded from a 17 A6 to a 16 S6) ... The resolutions seems a bit different but only noticeable if you know. haha.

[Moonlightblue2]

I just got this done... and I am so glad that I got this back (since I traded from a 17 A6 to a 16 S6) ... The resolutions seems a bit different but only noticeable if you know. haha.

You mean the resolution for the CarPlay screens aren't as good as if it came stock in a 2017 or 2018? That means video you're able to access via CarPlay won't be as good as well..

[ClaudeG]

You mean the resolution for the CarPlay screens aren't as good as if it came stock in a 2017 or 2018? That means video you're able to access via CarPlay won't be as good as well..

Normally video isn’t accessible with CarPlay?

Unless you know something I don’t.


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[Moonlightblue2]

Anyone know if I'm going to loser my VIM activated by OBDEleven Pro if I do this?

[Moonlightblue2]

Normally video isn’t accessible with CarPlay?

Unless you know something I don’t.


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Ah, okay, that was my next question.. should've been my first! thanks.

[ClaudeG]

Ah, okay, that was my next question.. should've been my first! thanks.

Lol.. yea i get it. I thought it would.

I’ll have to try the DVD / VIM unlock. Only cuz I went from a 17 A6 to a 16 S6 I have seen differences in resolution.


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[Sb3]

Dumb question.....but...... what if I don’t have an Ethernet port on my laptop? Do I then need to get a usb to Ethernet cable to go from my laptop to the D-link? Please help!

[kebabman]

Lol.. yea i get it. I thought it would.

I’ll have to try the DVD / VIM unlock. Only cuz I went from a 17 A6 to a 16 S6 I have seen differences in resolution.


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I went from a 17 RS7 to a 16 RS7 with activated CarPlay and I can’t see any difference in resolution between the two at all?

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Dumb question.....but...... what if I don’t have an Ethernet port on my laptop? Do I then need to get a usb to Ethernet cable to go from my laptop to the D-link? Please help!

Yes should work, I think someone earlier in the thread said they got this setup to work.

[Wkraus]

I went from a 17 RS7 to a 16 RS7 with activated CarPlay and I can’t see any difference in resolution between the two at all?

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Yes should work, I think someone earlier in the thread said they got this setup to work.

I used my MacBook Pro that only has usbc ports. Had a buddy install boot camp and then I had to buy an adapter to go from usbc to Ethernet and then the Ethernet to usb which is that dlink part. I have tons of sd cards so he logged into my computer with teamviewer and sent himself that file and extracted it onto the sd card. Once in the car he updates the system using the cables youve adapted to plug into the USB port in the console and then you plug the sd card in under the radio. Pretty simple looking back on it. Still the best and least money I’ve spent on the car

[Poison]

I used my MacBook Pro that only has usbc ports. Had a buddy install boot camp and then I had to buy an adapter to go from usbc to Ethernet and then the Ethernet to usb which is that dlink part. I have tons of sd cards so he logged into my computer with teamviewer and sent himself that file and extracted it onto the sd card. Once in the car he updates the system using the cables youve adapted to plug into the USB port in the console and then you plug the sd card in under the radio. Pretty simple looking back on it. Still the best and least money I’ve spent on the car

how much did he charged you in total ? do we have to download this mega file in advance? did you notice any problems in general in MMI after the activation?

lastly when you are in car play or android auto navigation mode, are you able to see the maps in instrument cluster screen? same as normal Audi navigation?

i would really appreciate if you could answer.

[Poison]

it would also be really nice if you could share pictures of the process, to get familiar in advance. My car is usually parked on the street so no internet, would 4G LTE mobile internet be enough ?

[carplay]

it would also be really nice if you could share pictures of the process, to get familiar in advance. My car is usually parked on the street so no internet, would 4G LTE mobile internet be enough ?

4G LTE mobile is ok

[golffather]

Just had activation done on a UK (European) 2015 car with original firmware MHI2_ER_AU57x_K2519_2 (dealer patched firmware), to MHI2_ER_AU57x_P3634 (factory firmware)

Works perfect!

Thanks @carplay!

[kebabman]

how much did he charged you in total ? do we have to download this mega file in advance? did you notice any problems in general in MMI after the activation?

lastly when you are in car play or android auto navigation mode, are you able to see the maps in instrument cluster screen? same as normal Audi navigation?

i would really appreciate if you could answer.

$155, yes download in advance, I’ve had no issues with the MMI since CarPlay was enabled.

CarPlay/AA maps do not display maps on the instrument cluster, the only map you can get there is from Audi navigation,

[uplandsway]

4G LTE mobile is ok

Hi

I need this [emoji106]


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[ClaudeG]

I went from a 17 RS7 to a 16 RS7 with activated CarPlay and I can’t see any difference in resolution between the two at all?

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Yes should work, I think someone earlier in the thread said they got this setup to work.

Maybe the screens on the RS7 were different. But there is definitely differences in the resolution with CarPlay. I noticed it from the moment it was activated.


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[Wkraus]

$155, he logged on and sent that file to my computer. It is sent via Mega that's why he calls it that I think. It isn't that big really. Just like normal CarPlay once you're using the phone for navigation you lose it from the car. If you're not using the phone nav you can see the car nav there.

[Poison]

Maybe the screens on the RS7 were different. But there is definitely differences in the resolution with CarPlay. I noticed it from the moment it was activated.


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What about resolutions when you are not using carply or android auto? are they also bad (with default MMI system)?