Yes, it’s possible for the WiFi network to automatically start and the browser to automatically connect. The only “inconvenience” is it takes approximately 30 seconds to start. I posted a video on this thread of the startup sequence Post #629.
It is still a hacky, less convenient solution compared to directly tapping into the screen's input channel.
What you are looking for is in the hands of TSLA. Hacking issues go away If TSLA ever decides to support CarPlay and Android Auto natively - I would not put my money on it.
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I'm pretty sure Ownice overrides the T2C with it's own internet connection (thru your phone). I suspect that FSD forces the use of the T2C (Tesla default cell network) to work. You should try turning off FSD (if that is possible) and then try running the Ownice. Good luck
I'm voting for Ownice. After reading every post in this sub and reading the description in geek buying.com and other online retail platforms for both Ownice and carlinkint, I went with Ownice and am very pleased with the results. It works pretty consistently using my iPhone12. The hack is pretty sophisticated, creating two WIFI networks (one for CarPlay and the other to provide Tesla with an internet link, since it seems to override the T2C (default Tesla cell network). That being said, you will find the setup confusing and trouble shooting confusing if you don't have an understanding of WIFI networks. Follow the directions (which include resetting) carefully and good luck
T2C is Carlinkit's CarPlay in a Tesla center screen product....not the Tesla default cellular.
thank you! What do you mean, it is hard to set up? And I've read that after a tesla update carlinkit is working, ownice is not, is that true?
If it never gets sorted, take a look at open source Tesla Android project. Seems in a few months "all in one" premade kits will be available so I'd wait unless you don't mind getting the pieces yourself. The dev updates all the time. So far no one has mentioned issues related to FSD Beta.
Thanks for responding. I get the black screen issue and I was wondering if it was related to FSD or the MX processor
I think FSD...I recall some Tesla android users had this issue and it was fixed by the dev.
So IMO, the number of WiFI, Cellular, Bluetooth connections involved in this hack, makes it confusing for those folks not used to playing with WiFi/Cellular/Bluetooth. The instructions are pretty straightforward, but if you hit a wrong option, you may have to reset (instructions for that are in the manual) and start again. I'm not sure I've had a Tesla update since the Ownice installation but generally with this sort of hack, you should expect that software updates from either Tesla or Apple may disrupt the service, which means you may have to reset your phone, the Tesla screen and the Ownice. I'm not trying to discourage you, but trying to set expectations. This isn't "plug and play"; its "plug and play with and play with and play with"
I concur on your assessment of network protocols involved in making T2C and Ownice operational.
Wonder if you could provide more information on the USB switch. Was it USBA with USBC adaptors, where did you get it? I have tried one USBC switch (Amazon) which works using a 120volt charger, but doesn't work in 2023 Tesla Model Y's USBC ports. It seems to be designed to work with the Raspberry PI, but no go with the Tesla. Thanks
