car In-Car Bluetooth (Audio)

[NPSTR107]

So, I have a 2010 Mini Cooper R56 which didn't come with Bluetooth or any USB ports. It does however have an AUX port and a 12V.

Basically, I just want to connect my phone to my car for playing music wireless. I'd prefer to be able to make phone calls and use voice recognition as well, but that's not necessary.

 

So far I've looked into using a Google Chromecast Audio, and the Belkin Caraudio Connect AUX.

 

The Google Chromecast Audio needs power from a USB which I don't have, and a WiFi network to connect to.

The Belkin Caraudio Connect AUX is exactly what I need, except it isn't any good judging from reviews (TechMoan) and is outdated.

 

Any ideas?

[Ryoku]

6 minutes ago, NPSTR107 said:

So, I have a 2010 Mini Cooper R56 which didn't come with Bluetooth or any USB ports. It does however have an AUX port and a 12V.

Basically, I just want to connect my phone to my car for playing music wireless. I'd prefer to be able to make phone calls and use voice recognition as well, but that's not necessary.

 

So far I've looked into using a Google Chromecast Audio, and the Belkin Caraudio Connect AUX.

 

The Google Chromecast Audio needs power from a USB which I don't have, and a WiFi network to connect to.

The Belkin Caraudio Connect AUX is exactly what I need, except it isn't any good judging from reviews (TechMoan) and is outdated.

 

Any ideas?

Is upgrading to a stereo that has bluetooth built in out of the question?

[NPSTR107]

1 minute ago, Ryoku said:

Is upgrading to a stereo that has bluetooth built in out of the question?

Yep.

[Ryoku]

2 minutes ago, NPSTR107 said:

Yep.

Then Belkin Caraudio Connect Aux there isn't really anything else, there other brands that do the same thing so maybe google around a little bit.

[Bajantechnician]

18 minutes ago, NPSTR107 said:

So, I have a 2010 Mini Cooper R56 which didn't come with Bluetooth or any USB ports. It does however have an AUX port and a 12V.

Basically, I just want to connect my phone to my car for playing music wireless. I'd prefer to be able to make phone calls and use voice recognition as well, but that's not necessary.

 

So far I've looked into using a Google Chromecast Audio, and the Belkin Caraudio Connect AUX.

 

The Google Chromecast Audio needs power from a USB which I don't have, and a WiFi network to connect to.

The Belkin Caraudio Connect AUX is exactly what I need, except it isn't any good judging from reviews (TechMoan) and is outdated.

 

Any ideas?

 

can you splice 12 v from your car into the chromecast? can you use your phone hotspot for wifi?

[treeroy]

What about something like this? Just a Bluetooth receiver that plugs straight into the aux port. By the looks of it, it only needs to be charged, doesn't need to be always plugged in, so you could charge it overnight.

 

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bluetooth-Receiver-Portable-Microphone-Streaming/dp/B00Y29NXEA/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1481619804&sr=8-3&keywords=bluetooth+aux

 

 

Also, you CAN use a USB power source, just buy a USB cigarette lighter plug, they only cost a fiver.

[NPSTR107]

4 hours ago, treeroy said:

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That's a great find! I'm going to do more research into that. Seems small and unobtrusive, i'll just have to find a nice flush 12V USB Adapter. 

 

Cheers

[NPSTR107]

7 hours ago, Bajantechnician said:

can you splice 12 v from your car into the chromecast? can you use your phone hotspot for wifi?

I don't really want to fiddle with the car that much, just looking for a quick solution.

[treeroy]

1 minute ago, NPSTR107 said:

That's a great find! I'm going to do more research into that. Seems small and unobtrusive, i'll just have to find a nice flush 12V USB Adapter. 

 

Cheers

I personally use this, it's such a handy little thing to have in your car:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lifetime-Warranty-RAVPower-Charging-Protection/dp/B00Q2GFP4M/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1481635693&sr=1-4&keywords=usb+car+charger

 

 

My car is from 2002 so has no modern tech in it at all, but there are plenty of ways to make do. Just have to look around - or ask on internet forums like this haha.  

[ObilvionNizer]

8 hours ago, NPSTR107 said:

So, I have a 2010 Mini Cooper R56 which didn't come with Bluetooth or any USB ports. It does however have an AUX port and a 12V.

Basically, I just want to connect my phone to my car for playing music wireless. I'd prefer to be able to make phone calls and use voice recognition as well, but that's not necessary.

 

So far I've looked into using a Google Chromecast Audio, and the Belkin Caraudio Connect AUX.

 

The Google Chromecast Audio needs power from a USB which I don't have, and a WiFi network to connect to.

The Belkin Caraudio Connect AUX is exactly what I need, except it isn't any good judging from reviews (TechMoan) and is outdated.

 

Any ideas?

I had this issue with by 2006 Renault Clio. The cheapest alternative is to get a mic and a 2 mic and headset adapter. It requires a lot of cable tidying but works

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[NPSTR107]

7 minutes ago, treeroy said:

I personally use this, it's such a handy little thing to have in your car:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lifetime-Warranty-RAVPower-Charging-Protection/dp/B00Q2GFP4M/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1481635693&sr=1-4&keywords=usb+car+charger

 

 

My car is from 2002 so has no modern tech in it at all, but there are plenty of ways to make do. Just have to look around - or ask on internet forums like this haha.  

I'm in Australia so i'll just have to find something similar that's cheaper. Shipping is expensive on Amazon.com if you buy from Australia.

[treeroy]

5 minutes ago, NPSTR107 said:

I'm in Australia so i'll just have to find something similar that's cheaper. Shipping is expensive on Amazon.com if you buy from Australia.

Holy shit, Amazon isn't in Australia? Wow. Didn't know that.

 

Well good luck anyways - I'm sure there are loads of USB car chargers in Australia too. Dunno where you guys get your shopping.

[NPSTR107]

On 12/13/2016 at 11:48 PM, treeroy said:

Holy shit, Amazon isn't in Australia? Wow. Didn't know that.

 

Well good luck anyways - I'm sure there are loads of USB car chargers in Australia too. Dunno where you guys get your shopping.

Well, there is Amazon in Australia but they only sell books and stuff.

 

I'm going to buy two of those MPOW Bluetooth Recievers (AUD$19each) wish me luck.