RoadTop has created an 8.8” Portable Universal Wireless CarPlay system that can easily fit into any car simply with the 12V connector. Could this be the revolutionary solution for older vehicles? We run through our initial impressions, unboxing, setup and complete review of this system and if it’s right for you. See below for a direct link !

The display itself is a capacitative touchscreen, meaning it is responsive and won’t lag like old school resistive displays. This makes the Apple CarPlay/Android Auto experience much more fluid and won’t aggravate you. It just works and works quite well. The system also has a USB input to listen to your own locally stored audio and video. It actually has an inbuilt speaker – which explains how the AUX connection to the car works. But it also works without any connection if, for some reason, you have no car speakers.The biggest, most glorious upside to this device is that its WIRELESS CarPlay – meaning I don’t have to plug my phone via USB for CarPlay to appear (unlike many other head units). I simply turn on my car and away we go, the Bluetooth connection does its job effortlessly. We have been chatting about this product on a separate thread and it was suggested to create its own for reference... With the right placement to avoid movement, the Road Top Portable CarPlay Unit sits perfectly within most vehicles and has peak position in any car – which is exactly the point. The large display enhances the driving experience and provides for a safer ride, allowing easy access to maps, music, phone calls etc. without taking your eyes off the road.

The range entry level Boardman SLR 8.6 is an affordable ride that is by no means a basic machine.Its triple-butted aluminium frame and carbon fork has been recently redesigned, for what Boardman say now delivers more rear end compliance, while the rest of the frame retains its aero-inspired tubing profiles. The CarPlay system itself is fantastic. The screen is so large that 10 icons can be seen on CarPlay. Not only that, but the half half option is brilliant – this shows your GPS/Maps system on one half of the screen and then your audio player on the other half, AND your calendar if you have upcoming events. This system has made my life incredibly easy.Three Audio Modes:AUX& FM & Bluetooth】The device bulid in speaker, You can also play sound through factory car speaker by the 3 modes. For the FM Mode, most the car stereo ONLY have 0.1 0r 0.5 setting intervals, We have the Newest 0.05 setting intervals designed, that can help you to find out a clear and no noise band. Built-in dual-channel Bluetooth 5.0 chip with higher specification that makes Bluetooth signal more stable. Road Top Gen2 Touchscreen Exterior Design】CarPlay for refreshing old cars, 4.06 inch height, 8.8 inch touch display screen, doesn't impair the driver's line of sight.1280*480 resolution, Full HD 8.8-inch IPS touch display screen makes the unit more modern and sleek. Road Top car stereo provides personalized customization of the boot logo. (just need to send us your favorite boot logo photo.)

The audio through the system is also not muffled, or diminished due to the number of connections. All works perfectly and I could not notice any drop in sound quality, even with the double Bluetooth connection option. Props to Road Top for managing to avoid quality loss. you have to conceal the wire for maximum OEM look (con vs a CarPlay retrofit module, not vs iPad setup since I had a cable for that) The size of the display is also a huge win – given that many cars might only have a 7-inch display built in, this 8.8-inch display is welcoming and easily seen when driving to help keep your eyes on the road.On top of what’s listed above, you will also receive a rear view camera, aux cable, user manual and ‘double’ cigarette lighter – allowing you to have your dash cam plugged in at the same time. This double cigarette lighter also has 2x USB ports – props to Road Top for thinking about us connected individuals with multiple technological devices that requires constant charging! Built in Wireless/Wired Carplay & Android Auto – Built in IOS carplay and android auto functions,It can work with Siri/ Maps/ Music/ Phone Call. listen to your favorite songs using iTunes, Apple Music or other app and access to messages. They work well in all weathers and discs mean that you don’t get the lag before they start to work that you often get with rim brakes, particularly in the wet.