Do you have to use the iSimple phone app every time you get into the car to use this or will it work as long as bluetooth is enabled?
1488467
No, you only use the app if you want to do some configuration such as change the FM frequency. In fact I have never installed the app. iSimple will automatically connect to phone as long as Bluetooth is turned on on phone.
1488468
It will connect automatically if you have Bluetooth enabled when you enter the car. It is a good system, you just have to get use to how to control it.
1488469
It will automatically connect. You only use app to change settings. You do not need the app honestly
1488470
Bluetooth enabled, it connects every time with starting my truck. No issues.
1488471
I don't use the app due to it not working properly on my phone. I just stream music from my phone. Although, while Bluetooth is connected, the other stations don't work.
432521
I don't think these guys understood your question. I was wondering too about this as my car has bluetooth built in for calls, but no a2dp technology for the audio. I searched thru the reviews and I guess it does work with your factory builit-in bluetooth. See copy and paste below. "Works in conjunction with the bluetooth phone headset built into my car, so able to pair audio output & phone interface once I turn on BT on my phone. I rarely have to click the single button on the clip to get it paired."
274581
Yes. I do it all the time. Everything works when it's plugged in. The sound of navigation apps comes thru the speakers too. It's basically like charging it, or docking it on a radio dock. It's just charging it and redirecting sound to your car. (phone calls wont come thru the speakers just by having it docked...it will if you plug in chord into the headphone jack on the Iphone, and the other end of that wire into the headphone jack on the radio, then switch the mode on the radio).
2106743
This is not necessarily a problem. If you have an Android phone, after pairing the device, you can go into Bluetooth settings for the device and uncheck the box for "Use for phone audio". Make sure the "Use for media audio" box is checked. This will allow you to still use your car's BT calling features while retaining the ability to stream media through this receiver.
1221022
This is designed for a car without bluetooth, but you can still use this module if you can't pair up with your bluetooth in your car. As long as you have an Aux in port on you car, you can use this...regardless of if you car has bluetooth or not. Strange that you can't use the bluetooth on your car right now...
2160720
You can connect one phone at a time. If there are two phones with Bluetooth in the car it will connect to the first phone it happens to see. For example, if it sees my phone first it will not drop the connection and reconnect to my wife's phone if she gets an incoming call. To get that to work I would need to turn off Bluetooth on my phone and wait for it to attach to her phone. Then it may attach to her phone. As far as I can tell there is no 'prioritization' scheme for it to connect to more than one phone in response to events like the phone ringing or to select a preferred phone for outgoing telephone calls. You can connect one phone at a time. If there are two phones with Bluetooth in the car it will connect to the first phone it happens to see. For example, if it sees my phone first it will not drop the connection and reconnect to my wife's phone if she gets an incoming call. To get that to work I would need to turn off Bluetooth on my phone and wait for it to attach to her phone. Then it may attach to her phone. As far as I can tell there is no 'prioritization' scheme for it to connect to more than one phone in response to events like the phone ringing or to select a preferred phone for... » Read More You can connect one phone at a time. If there are two phones with Bluetooth in the car it will connect to the first phone it happens to see. For example, if it sees my phone first it will not drop the connection and reconnect to my wife's phone if she gets an incoming call. To get that to work I would need to turn off Bluetooth on my phone and wait for it to attach to her phone. Then it may attach to her phone. As far as I can tell there is no 'prioritization' scheme for it to connect to more than one phone in response to events like the phone ringing or to select a preferred phone for outgoing telephone calls. « Show Less
1159794
Yes. It turns on and automatically connects to the phone when you start your car.
2105512
Normally it turns on automatically when you approach the vehicle. Sometime I have to touch the "on" button; or use the I-Phone settings to connect. But most times it automatically connects.
824547
Yes it will auto connect once you turn your car on as long as you left your Bluetooth on and haven't changed any settings. I don't think there is an auto music feature but it's really easy to turn on via the top button of the device.
693237
I use Bluetooth with my car's newly installed non-factory audio receiver and it works very quickly and efficiently outputting audio of the conversation through my car's speakers and microphone so that I don't have to use a hands free corded or a hands free bluetooth on an ear.
1007227
Once you connect the devices (like you would pair a phone to any blue tooth device) it connects at the time of activation and stays connected. If a phone call comes in it will disable the intercom for phone connection. Once the phone call is over it will automatically reconnect to the intercom. I use this for extreme off road riding to stay connected with my son and listen to my I-phone. works flawless up to this point.
889586
Yes, it will work along side your car's built-in Bluetooth. The way that I found that will allow both to work 100% of the time is to first turn on the car (so that it's Bluetooth is in the seek mode), then immediately turns on your phone's Bluetooth. Wait a few seconds or until the connection is made (which shows up on my car's display), then turn on the Mpow Bluetooth. It will then connect to your phone also. You can verify that by going to your phone's Bluetooth setting. Both should show as "connected." Then you can listen to music/podcasts, but when a call comes in, it will automatically switches to the car's Bluetooth to handle the call, while pausing your music playback. When the call is over, it will automatically switch back to your music/podcast. I have a Toyota and an HTC One phone. Your mileage may vary.
1583780
No, this device is a speaker that works with your phone. Reception is great, however at the other end everyone I speak with has difficulties hearing clearly, Holding the phone closer to my mouth (defeats the purpose of hands free really) works best. Pairing was easy and battery life is great otherwise. If you want something that works through your car speakers it will require professional installation from a place such as Car Toys. In short if I had known all this up front I wouldn't have thrown my money away on this particular device, you get what you pay for in this case.
2061057
No, its paired with your cell so you don't have to use your phone while driving. I used the Bluetooth on the trip to Winnipeg. Was able to call the hotels before I arrived to check rates. Really nice feature................
1806134
I used mine before getting a new car with bluetooth and loved it.It was very easy to use. I bought one for my wife and daughter since I liked it. I don't know about being outdated. It works well for both my wife and daughter and if I ever drive a car that doesn't have bluetooth built in I will bring my Motorola unit.
2036798
You dont have to turn it on and off every time you get in and out the car, unless you plan to be out of your car for long period of time like work, gym, ect.. After so many hours it will turn itsself off to conserve the battery, and you will have to turn it back on. Just make sure you have your Bluetooth connected to it at all times while in and out of your car and remember to keep it charged for optimum usage. It sounds great in the car and is very convenient. The only thing I dont like is when you have to answer the phone...me personally I dont like to answer the phone via Bluetooth. Other than that its a great product. I have 2, one for home and another for my car.
619547
No, your car doesn't have to have bluetooth capabilities. The connection works like this: Phone to Tunelink via bluetooth Tunelink to car/stereo via FM transmitter or AUX in port