Carlinkit is a company that produces a wired-to-wireless adapter for upgrading a factory-installed wired Apple CarPlay or Android Auto connection to wireless. The device plugs into the infotainment system’s USB port and allows for a cable-free digital driving experience.

The latest version, the 2air, is one of the best options currently on the market for getting wireless CarPlay or Android Auto in your vehicle. It has a simple setup, dual connection options, and a consistently solid connection. Moreover, it’s available now at a discount to make it even more appealing.

A few months ago I reviewed the older Carlinkit 3.0 which does a similar job but with a much slower connection. It’s also not compatible with all vehicles and has some issues with certain apps. That said, it’s still a good option to have on hand if you need to use an old phone with a wired connection or if your car doesn’t offer wireless CarPlay.

Carlinkit: Revolutionizing Wireless Car Connectivity

The newer 5.0 version of the Carlinkit is expected to perform better than the previous model. It’s supposed to have faster response times and a more stable connection. It may also offer native Android Auto support instead of requiring additional steps to enable it. This may be an important distinction for many users as Android Auto has a more robust and feature-rich ecosystem than Apple CarPlay. Additionally, the 5.0 version of the Carlinkit may also include other performance improvements or software updates.