# Auto+

> Utilities

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id961843194](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id961843194)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id961843194`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Garmin Corporation
- **Category:** Utilities
- **Rating:** 2.10 / 5 (34 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.8.9
- **Last updated:** 2025-09-03
- **First published:** 2015-08-11
- **Size:** 41 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-19
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/auto/id961843194)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.garmin.com/en-US/privacy/global/](https://www.garmin.com/en-US/privacy/global/)

## Description

Auto+ is designed to be used with the particular model Infotainment System, there are four modes to enhance the connectivity between the infotainment and your smartphone.

You can control the infotainment anywhere from your car once the Bluetooth is connected, watch online video streaming, sync your personal calendar, share current locations and off-car last mile navigation.

Auto+ Remote control mode:
Control navigation and media playback with single tap. Switch the Car Launcher with flick of your finger or quickly tap out the POI name instead of clicking the letter on the Infotainment System screen.

Auto+ Car App mode(*Require MHL cable):
Use MHL cable connect infotainment to watch online video streaming, and also to sync your personal calendar via smartphone.

Auto+ Share Location mode:
Share locations from cell phone and start navigation by infotainment.

Auto+ Last mile mode:
Use last mile navigation guiding you from your car to destination and back.

You can use Auto+ to:
- Control the Infotainment System
- Control media playback
- Control car launcher
- Enter text with Keyboard
- Watch online video streaming (*Require MHL cable)
- Sync up your personal calendar (*Require MHL cable)
- Share locations from cell phone
- Use last mile navigation guiding you to the destination

Auto+ Requirement:
- Requires a Bluetooth LE connection to the infotainment to use Auto+.

Auto+ Quick guide:
1. Install Auto+
2. Click "Auto+ Connect" on the infotainment, and select iPhone mode.
3. Launch Auto+ and it will automatically connect.

Enjoy our Auto+.

## Rankings

- #275,113 — Overall

## Review summary

User feedback is largely negative due to persistent connectivity failures. Many reviews report the app won connect or work with a range of cars and iOS devices, with noted compatibility and update issues. While reviewers see the concept as promising and potentially replacing CarPlay for some cars, the lack of reliability and updates dominates, indicating a need for major fixes and ongoing maintenance.

### Pros

- Shows potential to replace CarPlay for cars that dont support CarPlay.
- Described as a cool and promising concept if it worked.
- Signals there is demand for an alternative infotainment connectivity solution.

### Cons

- Wont connect / doesnt work across many cars and devices.
- Compatibility issues with various car models and iOS versions (e.g., FJ Cruiser, Rav4, VXR) and iPhone/iOS updates.
- Not updated for ages / appears stagnant.
- Bluetooth connection errors or messages that disappear; unstable connections.
- Works on initial setup but fails to maintain connection afterward.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id961843194)