Carlinkit Car Media Receiver MINI PRO — black, 81.3×21×10.5 mm

The Carlinkit Car Media Receiver MINI PRO — black, 81.3×21×10.5 mm is a compact wireless adapter that adds cable-free Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality to vehicles equipped with a compatible wired infotainment USB port. With automotive-grade components, low power consumption and a small ABS/PC housing, the MINI PRO is designed to provide stable audio and video streaming, hands-free calling and voice assistant access while minimizing heat and power draw.

Advantages

The MINI PRO supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with split-screen capability for simultaneous app display. A dual-band 2.4 GHz + 5.8 GHz Wi‑Fi module reduces interference and lowers latency for more reliable connections. Its compact plug-and-play design makes installation fast and reversible, and the adapter supports online firmware updates to maintain compatibility with new phone and car software versions.

Suitable for

• Vehicles with OEM wired Apple CarPlay
• Vehicles with OEM wired Android Auto
• Drivers who prefer a cable-free CarPlay/Android Auto experience
• Users who need hands-free access to navigation, phone calls and media playback

Key specifications

• Manufacturer: Carlinkit
• Model family: MINI PRO series
• Dimensions: approximately 81.3 × 21 × 10.5 mm
• Material: ABS and PC housing
• Wireless: dual-band Wi‑Fi 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz
• Typical power consumption: around 0.75 W
• Compatibility: iPhone models supporting CarPlay (iOS 10+), Android phones supporting Android Auto (Android 11.0+)
• Language handling: automatic or manual switching according to car language settings
• Connector types: USB-A or USB-C male connector depending on variant

How to use

Insert the Carlinkit MINI PRO into the vehicle USB port that normally provides a wired CarPlay or Android Auto connection. On first use follow the prompts on the car display and on your smartphone to pair wirelessly; after initial pairing the adapter typically reconnects automatically when the car is started. Operate navigation, phone calls and media through the car touchscreen, steering wheel controls or voice assistant as with a wired CarPlay/Android Auto connection.

Recommendations

For optimal performance use the vehicle’s original wired CarPlay/Android Auto USB port, keep the adapter and phone firmware up to date via the adapter’s firmware update mechanism, and avoid placing strong wireless transmitters near the adapter to minimize interference.