The Prime has the latest in electronic goodies to play with and learn about. Talk about your audio and electronics mods/questions here. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:28:49 +0000 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:28:49 +0000 PriusChat https://priuschat.com/forum/prime-audio-electronics-and-infotainment.163/ Fri, 17 Apr 2026 01:57:09 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2021-entune-head-unit-in-2020-prius-prime.259710/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2021-entune-head-unit-in-2020-prius-prime.259710/ invalid@example.com (APriusDriver) APriusDriver
I have a 2020 Prius Prime Limited, with the Entune head unit. The head unit only supports Apple CarPlay, but I don't own any iPhones and never plan to do so. I'm strictly an Android user.

I've been banging my head against a wall for about a month now, just trying to find some suitable solution to get Android Auto in the car with the existing Entune system. The Carlinkit 4.0 works okay, but...

• It's slow to get started, and sometimes it doesn't start properly (car says...

2021 Entune head unit in 2020 Prius Prime]]> 1 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:21:04 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2017-prius-prime-11-screen-added-cd-player.259688/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2017-prius-prime-11-screen-added-cd-player.259688/ invalid@example.com (Sitar) Sitar I got mine off of Amazon, "Lehwey USB CD Player for Car"
It has a small converter box that you need to use, draws power from the car. Only missing on screen info for going to different tracks, I think. I always listen to the entire CD, so not an issue for...

2017 Prius Prime 11" screen added CD player]]> 1 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:31:09 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/gps.259517/ https://priuschat.com/threads/gps.259517/ invalid@example.com (Nersciple) Nersciple 6 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:16:49 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2017-prime-premium-display-replacement.259354/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2017-prime-premium-display-replacement.259354/ invalid@example.com (Jelertine) Jelertine
Failing a digitizer replacement though, the original unit in my car is an 'E7051' with a...

2017 Prime Premium Display Replacement]]> 1 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:34:47 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/just-bought-a-2022-need-some-advice-with-remote-start-navigation-options.259249/ https://priuschat.com/threads/just-bought-a-2022-need-some-advice-with-remote-start-navigation-options.259249/ invalid@example.com (seberg) seberg
First of all, onboard navigation. I need an offline/non-phone option, but I really don't want to pay a subscription for something that used to come with the car. I'm planning to buy one of those GPS units people used to use (Garmin or similar) but it would be great to know in advance if any of them are able...

Just bought a 2022 -- need some advice with remote start & navigation options]]> 7 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 03:21:16 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/remote-climate-via-app-no-longer-working.252445/ https://priuschat.com/threads/remote-climate-via-app-no-longer-working.252445/ invalid@example.com (panache) panache
Now that it got quite cold I would like to be able to remote start the heat. I know I can do that via the key fob but at work I have to park some distance away where I can...

Remote Climate via App no longer working?]]> 9 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:19:02 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/handsfree-clicking-dropouts.256765/ https://priuschat.com/threads/handsfree-clicking-dropouts.256765/ invalid@example.com (Bob Mintus) Bob Mintus
I've tried deleting my phones and re-pairing the phones, but it hasn't helped.]]> 3 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 22:53:59 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/android-auto-for-2021-prius-phv.258842/ https://priuschat.com/threads/android-auto-for-2021-prius-phv.258842/ invalid@example.com (LinoTheFox) LinoTheFox I have the multimedia system and noticed that it doesnt have android auto at all or even carplay, i only see "mirrorlink"

I tried looking what i can do, but with no success i didnt manage to find anything.

Can someone help me get a solution what i can do to get android auto without replacing the multimedia? Here is some pictures of hoe the multimedia looks

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Android auto for 2021 prius PHV?]]> 8 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 06:48:14 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/hi-prius-people.258830/ https://priuschat.com/threads/hi-prius-people.258830/ invalid@example.com (Oigleman) Oigleman I have a 2017 GR Sport Gen 4 import.
Bought it for my wife as a first step into electric transport.
It has not got the original head unit, and I would like to replace the retro fitted Alpine head unit with a suitable 7" model with wireless Android Auto....Does anybody know what's needed to allow the rear view camera to see 180°?
Other than that, there seems to be a lot to learn.
Cheers,
Oigleman]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2025 21:53:47 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2020-plug-in-no-voice-recognition-in-carplay.257060/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2020-plug-in-no-voice-recognition-in-carplay.257060/ invalid@example.com (JeremyM09) JeremyM09
It is the car not the phone because both my phone and my wife’s phone work fine in RAV4 and do not work in my Prius.

Any suggestions? Thanks!]]> 6 Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:24:06 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/prius-prime-infotainment-alternatives.257858/ https://priuschat.com/threads/prius-prime-infotainment-alternatives.257858/ invalid@example.com (brosky) brosky
So I just purchased a Prius Prime 2017 with JBL - only to be baffled by the crappy infotainment.

I worked for 8 years for a company that did the navigation units for some Toyota models and asked a friend that was the head developer - it seems that they were on a different project - not EnTune.

I've seen many YT tutorials on how to replace the HU however I have a few questions:

- are there any functions that will not be available ? I see that most of the car functions are...

Prius Prime Infotainment alternatives]]> Tue, 21 Oct 2025 12:52:27 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/carplay-wont-reconnect-without-a-power-off-2024-prime.257539/ https://priuschat.com/threads/carplay-wont-reconnect-without-a-power-off-2024-prime.257539/ invalid@example.com (Scott_R) Scott_R
E.g., I'll go out to my car in the driveway and start it, then realize I forgot something and retrieve it from the house. Or I'll stop at a store and leave the radio on for my passenger while I run in.

Either way, my phone and the car don't see each other....

CarPlay won't reconnect without a power-off (2024 Prime)]]> Sat, 11 Oct 2025 03:54:21 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2022-prime-radio-carplay-sound-issue.257405/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2022-prime-radio-carplay-sound-issue.257405/ invalid@example.com (jsulliweb) jsulliweb
2022 Prime Radio / CarPlay sound issue]]> Tue, 02 Sep 2025 02:08:47 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/11-inch-screen-in-advanced-is-rebooting-at-an-alarming-rate.176250/ https://priuschat.com/threads/11-inch-screen-in-advanced-is-rebooting-at-an-alarming-rate.176250/ invalid@example.com (Dmitriy Sokol) Dmitriy Sokol
Did anyone contact and got an answer from Toyota about this issue?]]> 165 Thu, 21 Aug 2025 19:25:50 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2021-prime-limited-to-include-android-auto.256733/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2021-prime-limited-to-include-android-auto.256733/ invalid@example.com (Robin Goodfellow) Robin Goodfellow Thu, 21 Aug 2025 19:20:30 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/making-android-interface-for-11-6.236310/ https://priuschat.com/threads/making-android-interface-for-11-6.236310/ invalid@example.com (Igor331) Igor331 @All

We are now developing an Android interface for 11.6 headunit
Using button or touchscreen gestures, users can switch from OEM interface to Android, with better native 1080*1920 resolution. Android will be controlled by an OEM touchscreen.

It will also support front and 2x side fullscreen cameras.

Now we are waiting for the first test hardware from the factory.

Installation will not be simple

The topic was created for feedback and wishes for the...

Making Android interface for 11.6]]> 7 Thu, 21 Aug 2025 19:13:28 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2021-prius-prime-carplay-11-6-infotainment.254002/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2021-prius-prime-carplay-11-6-infotainment.254002/ invalid@example.com (keithsipa) keithsipa I am wondering if anyone has tried any Carplay AI boxes on the 11.6" displays.
How well they do they work and what they look like on such a large display that is in Portrait mode.
Some examples of some of the newer solutions can be found here:
There are some suggested systems at...

2021 Prius Prime Carplay 11.6" Infotainment]]> 1 Tue, 19 Aug 2025 03:49:12 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/possible-to-rewrite-foss-software-on-prius-prime-multi-media-display.191168/ https://priuschat.com/threads/possible-to-rewrite-foss-software-on-prius-prime-multi-media-display.191168/ invalid@example.com (Kyle Bridges) Kyle Bridges
A). Redesign the UI without changing the functionality.

B). Change the functionality completely and boot Apple Car Play with a sub app for climate control?

Both would require re-writing the system code. I think A). would be more realistic.

Source Code can be found here:

(sry I cant post links yet, but just google Toyota FOSS open source code)]]> 32 Wed, 06 Aug 2025 02:06:15 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/i-maked-carplay-solution-for-2017-2020-models-11-6.254314/ https://priuschat.com/threads/i-maked-carplay-solution-for-2017-2020-models-11-6.254314/ invalid@example.com (Igor331) Igor331 View attachment 269322

Hi to all!
I am some reverse engeneer and have 2018 Prius Prime with 11.6 headunit.

I maked working Apple Carplay solution for 2017-2020 models Prius Prime and Prius with 11.6" screen.

2 steps to make it working:
- rewrite software image, it is necessary to disassemble the headunit for write my special firmware;
- install my Carplay Box (see attached prototype image).

Now I am preparing for production the first batch of 50 devices for my local market (west...

I maked Carplay solution for 2017-2020 models 11.6"]]> 3 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 22:10:11 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2020-prime-limited-help-getting-apple-car-play-to-work.256222/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2020-prime-limited-help-getting-apple-car-play-to-work.256222/ invalid@example.com (hox) hox I also get this prompt to download the Entune app. Do I Need to do this? I do not see this app in the apple app store but see a connect...

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