2016 Mylink/Carplay Infotainment upgrades - 2015/2014 backwards compatible??
02-12-2015, 09:06 AM
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2016 Mylink/Carplay Infotainment upgrades - 2015/2014 backwards compatible??
It is a pretty good bet that GM will include Carplay and It's android counterpart as part of the 2016 Mylink Infotainment system. These features were supposed to rollout with the 4G/LTE rollout for the 2015 model year, but got delayed. The 2016 volt showed these new features at its unveiling a few weeks ago.
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So...what are the chances that a firmware update will allow 2015 or 2014 cars this update?
My gut tells me that it wont happen, but my wishful thinking side says since these new features were supposed to rollout with the 2015 cars...it might be possible for 2015 models...Thoughts?
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So...what are the chances that a firmware update will allow 2015 or 2014 cars this update?
My gut tells me that it wont happen, but my wishful thinking side says since these new features were supposed to rollout with the 2015 cars...it might be possible for 2015 models...Thoughts?
-M
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02-12-2015, 09:55 AM
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Cool indeed...we can dream, but doubtful on an update for the MY14/15 guys I'm sure 
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02-12-2015, 10:18 PM
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St. Jude Donor '14-'15
Can't confirm this 100%, but I can assure you that the FCC ID for the LTE modem is not specified on the 2014/2015 models.
The firmware updates on the Infotainment system do not address any telecommunication device other than the Bluetooth radio and the Onstar system.
The firmware updates on the Infotainment system do not address any telecommunication device other than the Bluetooth radio and the Onstar system.
12-10-2015, 04:33 PM
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I hope your right my friend lol
I have a 2015 Z51 and I sure hope you're right about the updating to the android/ iphone car play, I've already brought the front grille with the cameras and it fits perfect... If u here anything about the android system update please let me know. Thanks alot
01-18-2016, 05:28 AM
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Hey guys, that's an important topic.
I just had my infotainment unit replaced due to a constant flicker.
Although I did ask the dealer to mention to GM that I would like to make sure they install the latest upgrade to allow CarPlay they came back with the same old one :-(
The guys at the dealer were super nice and took the inititiative to escalate within GM to get me proper feedback.
GM gave them a silly response; saying that the hardware replacement is not the issue, it's the software and that the new OS is not compatible with my chassis no (being a 2014!).
Being a tech guy, I know this is bull. Once they install the new unit like the ones in the 2016s the software upgrade will be possible. Since the unit was defective then it makes sense to replace it at no additional cost. I even offered them to pay the difference if any.
Now I've escalated within GM and let's see what they decide to do...
If the Silverado and the Cruze can do this (
) we too should be able to connect that way ;-)
I just had my infotainment unit replaced due to a constant flicker.
Although I did ask the dealer to mention to GM that I would like to make sure they install the latest upgrade to allow CarPlay they came back with the same old one :-(
The guys at the dealer were super nice and took the inititiative to escalate within GM to get me proper feedback.
GM gave them a silly response; saying that the hardware replacement is not the issue, it's the software and that the new OS is not compatible with my chassis no (being a 2014!).
Being a tech guy, I know this is bull. Once they install the new unit like the ones in the 2016s the software upgrade will be possible. Since the unit was defective then it makes sense to replace it at no additional cost. I even offered them to pay the difference if any.
Now I've escalated within GM and let's see what they decide to do...
If the Silverado and the Cruze can do this (
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01-18-2016, 01:45 PM
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The hardware in the hmi module is a pretty hefty upgrade over the 2014-15 unit. It doesn't surprise me in the least they won't install that for you under warranty. There's a company that is selling the hmi in the 2016's, it's listed at about $1,000.
09-24-2016, 07:41 PM
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who did you buy the front grill with cameras from? Did it work?
09-10-2017, 02:03 PM
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Originally Posted by sportycar
So is the any update for modell 2015 Mylink Infotainment system available that adds android-car capabilities?
09-10-2017, 02:56 PM
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We all know that GM would prefer us to junk our and buy a new one every year. One example, there are other vendors: https://www.infotainment.com/collect...-radio-upgrade
And another that is slightly less: http://www.ebay.com/itm/222289152717?ul_noapp=true
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09-11-2017, 09:35 AM
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Is this really a statement from GM that MY15 will not be able to support Android-Car and that no firmware upgrade will be offered? I don´t see that the HID/Unit changed with MY16 in hardware but only the software...I think it is just a question of which linux kernel is running and that could be patched and it is open source software.
I found this article about the linux kernel:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-versions.html
I found this article about the linux kernel:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-versions.html
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09-11-2017, 10:30 AM
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Is this really a statement from GM that MY15 will not be able to support Android-Car and that no firmware upgrade will be offered? I don´t see that the HID/Unit changed with MY16 in hardware but only the software...I think it is just a question of which linux kernel is running and that could be patched and it is open source software.
I found this article about the linux kernel:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-versions.html
I found this article about the linux kernel:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-versions.html
09-12-2017, 01:15 PM
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Any changes from 2017 > 2018?
09-13-2017, 10:28 AM
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And another that is slightly less: http://www.ebay.com/itm/222289152717?ul_noapp=true
I do not recommend adding carplay to your vehicle.
You will lose the ability to change and adjust your drive mode (ie: sport mode)/ exhaust settings.!!!!!!!
You will lose the time shift feature from your XM radio (pause and rewind)
The 2016 HMI’s come with 2015 mapping.
You will lose the ability to change and adjust your drive mode (ie: sport mode)/ exhaust settings.!!!!!!!
You will lose the time shift feature from your XM radio (pause and rewind)
The 2016 HMI’s come with 2015 mapping.
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