Wireless vs. Wired CarPlay: Which Is Right for Your Car?

Wireless vs. Wired CarPlay: Which Is Right for Your Car?

Apple CarPlay comes in two flavors: wired, which connects your iPhone with a USB cable, and wireless, which pairs over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Both give you the same familiar interface — the difference is convenience.

Wired CarPlay is rock-solid and never needs charge management, but you'll plug in every trip. Wireless CarPlay lets you keep your phone in your pocket and connects automatically as you drive off.

If your car only supports wired CarPlay, a VIKNAV wireless adapter can upgrade it in minutes — no installation required.