It seems there was an update to the Appradio app today...
Anyone know how it works? Seems like you can use Appradio mode with just 1 x lightning cable now, no HDMI needed.
It does say to update to the latest firmware but i cant seem to find any new firmware updates.
Interesting. I'll have to try this out and see if Appradio mode is any more stable now.
Just tried it, and it didn't work at all for me. Tried USB1 and USB2, but the unit wouldn't connect with just the Lightning cable.
Same. I'm assuming we need a firmware update. Which doesn't seem to be released yet.
When I go to the app description in the App Store it does not show the 1 cable connectivity as in the description as above.
When I go to the app description in the App Store it does not show the 1 cable connectivity as in the description as above.
Same here. The description doesn't mention anything about it. Could Pioneer have pulled it?
Not sure if i got the update first because i'm in Australia, but here's the link:
Not sure if i got the update first because i'm in Australia, but here's the link:
I notice that none of the U.S. models are listed in the compatible hardware section, so either it just hasn't been released here, or for some reason it's not going to work in the U.S. Guess we'll just have to wait and see....
The app update is out in the US now, our models ARE listed. Does that signify an imminent firmware update for the headunits? I sure hope so, there's still lots of bugs to be fixed.
I have the update, but if you look at the description for it on the iTunes App Store, it doesn't say anything about one-cable connection like in the Australian version referenced above. Unless it's changed--I haven't looked at it since last night.
I have the update, but if you look at the description for it on the iTunes App Store, it doesn't say anything about one-cable connection like in the Australian version referenced above. Unless it's changed--I haven't looked at it since last night.
The US versions was edited to remove the reference. Probably a mistake and/or misinterpretation by the writer.
The app update is out in the US now, our models ARE listed. Does that signify an imminent firmware update for the headunits? I sure hope so, there's still lots of bugs to be fixed.
Just curious, what's the firmware release cycle been so far on the CarPlay compatible NEX models? Yea I know there's only been one CarPlay firmware release so far. I mean firmware releases in general.
Guessing that even if Apple had to approve the CarPlay enabling firmware release schedule, Pioneer should still have a firmware release history in the NEX models that we can form a guess-timate. 
Anyone have any further input on this? I would definitely prefer to use lightning than use the bulky adaptor... Maybe they will announce at CES?
I opened a couple support cases with Pioneer, they have been fairly responsive:
http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/Car/ch.GPS-Navigation.Support
Why not open a case and ask them for the low down?
The lightning only connection is for their new DVD players for 2015. They just released the software update.
There is no word on whether or not this feature is coming to other radios.
Let's hope they do something for both the App Radio 3 and NEX units to fix App Radio mode. It's VERY buggy and I prefer Waze over Apple Maps.
I also have an HTC One M8 for work and would like to get App Radio mode working reliably. Every time I get in the vehicle I have to toggle airplane mode on then off to establish a connection.
If Pioneer does NOT fix the issues with the 6000NEX then it will be the last Pioneer product I buy.
Dave
http://www.appradioworld.com/2014/10/future-phone-connections-to-pioneer-car.html?m=1
This is an Appradioworld article from a little while ago hinting that this feature was coming. By the sound of the article there is something in the radio that may be needed to do this. However if they updated the NEX units and the Appradio 4 to support this I'd be happy.