Does Desay SV 280b Support CarPlay?

[VanZoey]

Desay SV 280b does not support wireless CarPlay. More relevant information is as follows: 1. Introduction: CarPlay is an in-car system released by Apple Inc. in the United States, which seamlessly integrates users' iOS devices and iOS experience with the dashboard system. Nowadays, many car models support the CarPlay system, enabling hands-free control of the car's multimedia functions via voice commands. 2. Usage: To use CarPlay, first connect an Apple iPhone to the car's in-car system via a USB cable. Once connected, you can control the car's multimedia through the phone's intelligent voice assistant Siri via voice commands, or through touch operations on the car's screen, or via physical buttons on the steering wheel.

[SanDavid]

I've researched the Desay SV 280B, and this unit indeed doesn't come with native CarPlay functionality from the factory. But don't worry, third-party solutions are quite mature now. I personally installed a dedicated decoder module - you just connect the small box to the harness behind the head unit and flash the system to activate CarPlay. Make sure to get a module that supports wireless connection, so your iPhone automatically connects when you get in the car. After modification, the infotainment screen interface remains completely unchanged, and steering wheel controls still work for track switching and calls. Many Golf 7 owners have upgraded this way, costing about 300-400 RMB with great results. By the way, the 280B has decent sound quality, and paired with CarPlay playing Apple Music lossless audio sounds particularly excellent.

[StAngela]

Desay SV 280b does not natively support CarPlay, but it can be modified in practice. My friend at a car audio shop often does this, requiring the removal of the center console to install a CarPlay adapter box. It's recommended to choose a dual-system module that supports HiCar, which works with both Android and Apple. During the operation, be sure to back up the original car system in case the flashing fails and needs to be restored. After modification, remember to test if the reversing camera works properly, as some modules may interfere with the original vehicle trajectory lines. It's advisable to have it done by a professional shop, which takes about half an hour and comes with a warranty. Car audio systems on the Volkswagen MQB platform can be modified using similar solutions.

[RhettAnn]

The 280B infotainment system doesn't come with CarPlay pre-installed, but it can be hacked to activate it. I personally tested and confirmed that flashing Skoda's 0368 firmware works - the files can be downloaded from forums. Prepare an SD card with the upgrade package, and the system will automatically flash upon startup. After flashing, enter engineering mode to enable the CarPlay option, then connect your iPhone directly using the factory USB port. Note that only wired connection is available, though the performance is smooth. The risk is potentially losing some vehicle settings, so it's best to back up factory data before proceeding. This is the most cost-effective solution, but it's more suitable for tech-savvy car enthusiasts who enjoy tinkering.