How to Screen Mirror with Mercedes-Benz?
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Mercedes-Benz does not support screen mirroring for video playback; after mirroring, you can only play music, navigate, make and receive calls, etc. Mercedes-Benz vehicles come with CarPlay functionality, allowing car owners to connect their Apple iPhones to access features like making calls, navigation, listening to music, adjusting the car’s system via voice assistant, and sending text messages. 1. Apple iPhones that support CarPlay require models from the iPhone 5 series or above, while Carlife requires the phone’s operating system to be at least Android 5.0. 2. Carlife is a car networking technology developed by Baidu, currently compatible with multimedia systems such as Linux, QNX, and Android, and supports both Android and iOS phone systems. Its main functions include music playback, precise map navigation, call handling, voice input, data transmission, etc., aiming to achieve seamless interaction between mobile phones and car information.
Using the screen mirroring feature in a Mercedes-Benz is really convenient. I often use CarPlay to mirror my phone to the car's infotainment system for navigation while driving on the highway. First, make sure your Mercedes has the smart system—newer models like the C-Class and E-Class generally support it. Connect your phone to the USB port on the center console using the original cable, turn on Bluetooth and location services on your phone, and wait a few seconds until a prompt appears on the screen. Click 'Yes' to start pairing. Once the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto interface loads automatically, you can play music, use maps, or watch videos. The advantage is that the larger screen provides better clarity, reducing the need to look down at your phone and improving driving safety. It's recommended to set this up while parked—safety first. Settings may vary slightly between models. For example, my friend's S-Class supports wireless mirroring, which is hassle-free without a cable.
