How to Connect Xiaomi 8 Phone to Car System?

[McBraxton]

First, connect the phone to the car system via Bluetooth, then launch the car's connectivity software, and finally enable the wireless display function in the phone settings. Here’s an introduction to car connectivity: 1. Car Internet System: It is a new form of mobile internet, based on in-car networks, inter-vehicle networks, and car mobile internet. It collects, processes, and shares a vast amount of information between vehicles, roads, pedestrians, and the internet, enabling vehicles to connect with roads, other vehicles, and urban networks for smarter and safer driving. 2. Advantages of Car Connectivity: With the increasing complexity of electronic control systems and the growing demand for communication between electronic control units within cars, point-to-point connections would lead to more wiring harnesses. This creates significant challenges in car design and manufacturing regarding reliability, safety, and weight. Therefore, to reduce internal wiring, achieve data sharing and fast exchange, and improve reliability, automotive electronic network systems based on CAN, LAN, LIN, MOST, and other foundational architectures have been developed on rapidly advancing computer networks, known as in-car networks.

[WyattLynn]

I've always been interested in car technology, and I just connected my Xiaomi 8 to my car. The whole process was quite simple. The main method is Bluetooth pairing: first turn on Bluetooth in the phone settings, then enter the settings menu in the car's central control system to start device search. Xiaomi 8 will appear quickly, click to pair and enter the default password such as 0000, and it's done. After connection, you can wirelessly play music using QQ Music or NetEase Cloud Music, and also make hands-free calls for safer driving. If the car supports Android Auto, it's even better. After downloading the App, connect it to the car's USB port via a USB cable, and the phone screen will be mirrored to the car display for easier navigation. Remember to check if the phone system has the latest updates to ensure a stable connection, and avoid distracted use while driving to ensure safety.

[AmaraFitz]

I often drive to and from work, and using the Xiaomi 8 with the car's connectivity features has improved convenience. Don't forget the first step of turning on the Bluetooth function on your phone, and also activate the pairing mode on the car side to search for each other. Once you find the Xiaomi 8 device name, confirm the pairing and enter a simple password. After successful connection, you can view Google Maps navigation on the car display, and the sound plays through the speakers, reducing the need to look down at your phone and improving safety. For music, you can listen to radio stations or your own curated playlists to make the journey more enjoyable. Some cars also support voice control commands, such as answering calls or playing specific songs, reducing operational distractions while driving.

[CollinRose]

Setting up in-car connectivity by yourself isn't too difficult. I've tried it with my Xiaomi Mi 8, mainly using Bluetooth connection. After turning on the phone's Bluetooth, scanning for new devices in the car's entertainment system usually takes just a few seconds to spot the Xiaomi Mi 8. Click to add, typically requiring input of the universal password 1234, and the pairing is complete. Once connected, you can play music from local folders or online streaming services while driving, with navigation app sounds directly outputted, avoiding misplaced phones. If unstable, it might be due to distance being too far or the car system needing an update. After the first successful pairing, subsequent automatic connections become much more convenient.