Automotive

OTTOCAST Mini Cube 3.0 Review: Cut the Cord on CarPlay and Android Auto

If your car only supports wired CarPlay or Android Auto, plugging in your phone every trip gets old fast. The Mini Cube is a tiny adapter that makes the connection wireless, so your phone stays in your pocket.

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Key features

• It makes a wired system wireless, a real daily convenience.
• It auto-reconnects after the first setup.
• It remembers two phones for shared cars.
• It's tiny enough to disappear in the console.

Best for

Drivers whose cars have wired CarPlay or Android Auto and who make lots of short trips.

Things to consider

• It only works if your car already supports wired CarPlay or Android Auto.
• Wireless adds slight lag and drains your phone faster.
• Compatibility varies, so check your car and phone first.

Verdict

A handy quality-of-life upgrade for compatible cars.