Using an old Android phone as an alternative to AI Boxes for Android Auto

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I was this close to buying an AI Box or AAWireless adapter for my Kia EV6, but then I realized I already had a cheap, old Android phone lying around. Turns out, it works even better than an AI box, and I saved money in the process!

Here’s what I did:
✅ Installed Fermata Auto to mirror the phone’s screen on Android Auto.
✅ Used MacroDroid to automate brightness, rotation, and resolution.
✅ Added a Bluetooth keyboard/trackpad for easier control.
✅ Set up Poweramp Equalizer to boost bass on the stock Meridian speakers.

Why is this better than an AI box?
💰 Cheaper - a used OnePlus 9 with a cracked screen was $50 on eBay!
⚡ Faster processing - even older flagship phones are way more powerful than AI boxes.
🔊 Better audio quality - no compression like wireless streaming.
📶 No WiFi? No problem! You can download media at home and use it offline.

It takes some setup and a bit of technical know-how but the end result is a fully customizable Android Auto experience.
 

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