How To Use Audi Phone Box

Your smartphone is perfectly and smoothly integrated into Audi infotainment with the Audi phone box. Your smartphone will automatically start receiving wireless charging if you put it in the center console compartment.

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Will an iPhone operate with an Audi phone box?

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With the introduction of a new wireless charging case that functions in tandem with its optional Audi Phone Box connection and charging technology, Audi has just unlocked even more of the newest iPhone’s in-car functionality. The most recent iPhone 6 and 6s models, when equipped with the Qi-enabled case, can be placed directly in the center console to begin charging without the need to connect in an additional wire via the USB port. This ground-breaking function can be used with any base station that supports Qi outside of an automobile.

The case offers protection from minor bumps and scrapes and has a lacquered polycarbonate surface that is strong and long-lasting. It has earned Apple MFi certification after meeting the necessary performance requirements.

Audi Phone Box must be installed in the vehicle for the iPhone 6 and 6s wireless charging case to work. The Audi Phone Box, which can be ordered separately for 325 or as part of the Technology Pack on a number of new models*, also improves phone signal quality when a telephone is connected by establishing a wireless connection to the vehicle’s aerial, depending on reception. The additional Bluetooth interface, which enables two mobile phonessay, a work phone and a personal phoneto connect to the automobile simultaneously, is another practical aspect of the choice.

The RRP for the Audi wireless charging cover for the iPhone 6 and 6s is 35. You can also order it right now from the Audi merchandising store online at https://merchandise.audi.co.uk/?page=shop&pid=12863.

The Audi phone boxis it the norm?

It is a cubby with a wireless phone charging pad and phone-boost power located below the center dash. Your phone charges there while receiving a signal boost from the shark fin antenna on the automobile. Pretty dang clever.

It is not a standard option on the base Premium model, which has a starting price of roughly $34,700, but it is addable for $6,900 to the Prestige package, which also includes wireless Apple Car Play and navigation.

Although it comes standard with the Premium Plus trim, which has a starting price of $37,800, you’ll need to spend an additional $2,000 to have wireless Apple Car Play. The Prestige trim, which begins at $42,900 but comes fairly fully equipped with extras like park assist and a premium Bang & Olufsen sound system, also comes with all of it as standard (along with a ton of other nice goodies).

Bringing even more convenience and simplicity to your Audi’s interior

The Audi Phone Box is now able to work with the Apple iPhone 6 and 6s thanks to the Audi iPhone Case. The Audi Phone Box is already compatible with a wide range of Qi-enabled mobile phones without the need for a separate case (such as the Samsung Galaxy and the Nokia Lumia series). The newest iPhone models with the Qi-enabled cover may begin charging by simply being put in the center console of your Audi, eliminating the need to plug in a separate wire via the USB port. This ground-breaking function operates on any base station that supports Qi even when you are not in your automobile.

The Audi wireless charging case boasts a light, slim design that permits unrestricted use of the iPhone’s camera lens and flash, headphone port, speakers, and sensors. It is branded with the four Audi rings on the front and back. To fully access the lightning connector for mobile charging, it is very simple to remove the little Qi receiver clip on the bottom of the case. The case offers protection from minor bumps and scrapes and has a lacquered polycarbonate surface that is strong and long-lasting. It has earned Apple MFi certification after meeting the necessary performance criteria, and you may buy it right now from any of our Audi Centers.

The optional Audi Phone Box connection and charging system can be added to a variety of new models, including the A3, A4, A6, A7, Q2, Q7, TT, and R8, as a separate option starting at $325. In addition to enabling wireless charging, it also improves phone signal quality by establishing a wireless connection to the vehicle’s aerial, depending on reception. The additional Bluetooth interface, which enables two mobile phones to be connected to the automobile at once, is another feature of the option.

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How is the Audi phone box outfitted?

In my Audi A3, how do I charge my phone?

In order to connect with the external automobile aerial 1, do the following: With the phone’s display facing up, place it on the centre of the phone symbol in the Audi phone box (Fig. 213). Make sure nothing is in the way of the mobile phone or the Audi phone box as you do this.
Wirelessly charging a mobile phone: Place your Qi compatible2 smartphone with the display facing up in the center of the symbol in the Audi phone box (Fig. 213). There will be a charge for the cellphone.
To use a USB adaptor to charge a mobile phone: Utilize a USB adapter cable to connect your smartphone to the USB charging port shown in Figure 213o.
In the event of rapid driving or braking maneuvers, loose objects may be thrown around in the passenger compartment. You can sustain severe injuries as a result, and you might also lose control of the car. When driving, always close the center armrest.
In the course of wireless charging, the mobile device may get warm. When taking out your phone, think about how hot it is. Carefully remove the phone from the Audi phone box.
Not many nations offer the Audi telephone box. More thorough details will be available from your local Audi dealer.
The connection to the external aerial* may be hampered if the mobile phone is inserted into the Audi phone box in a bag or protective case.
The mobile phone cannot be used to make calls via the external aerial* or wirelessly charge if there are any metal objects inside the Audi phone box.
Depending on the type of mobile phone being used, the temperature and charging time vary.
In order to charge a mobile phone in the Audi phone box, the ignition must be turned on.
Make sure the mobile phone is properly positioned inside the Audi phone box to prevent issues.
5 W is the maximum charging power.
Multiple mobile phones being inserted voids any warranty of improved transmission quality.
The usage of Audi Genuine Accessories is advised. These products have undergone safety, appropriateness, and reliability testing by Audi.
Audi dealers and specialty shops both sell USB adapters.
If you put your remote control key in the Audi phone box together with the mobile phone while it is wirelessly charging, the charging process can be disrupted.

In my Audi A6, how do I charge my phone?

Using the Audi phone box * and a USB charging adapter, you may charge your phone while making calls on the external aerial of the Audi A6. Utilizing the external aerial improves reception while lowering radiation levels inside the Audi A6. Under the center armrest in the center console is where you’ll find the Audi phone box.

Audi WiFi is it free?

Tired of things going wrong while you’re driving? You can get all the information you need while driving from the Audi Connect infotainment system, including weather, traffic, and directions. You will also have Wi-Fi Hotspot functionality, Internet search functionality, and social media integration in addition to the industry’s best navigation software.

You must register for a free myAudi account and buy an Audi Connect Subscription in order to utilize Audi Connect. If you’re buying or leasing a brand-new Audi, this shouldn’t be a problem because each one comes with a standard 36-month membership.

A Bluetooth-enabled smartphone with a remote SIM Access Profile (SAP) or a separate SIM card with a telephone and data option are also required. You must download the myAudi app from the Google Play or Apple App Store in order to utilize Audi Connect Services to their full potential.

Is there a phone box on myAudi?

The future of the automobile depends on intelligent networking and communication solutions. With its LTE module, Audi is able to link its models to the Internet and incorporate cellphones into the entertainment system of the car in a number of different ways.

Audi connect

Audi Connect provides internet services for the brand’s vehicles. Depending on the model, the wide range of amenities includes everything from online traffic information and parking spot search to navigation with Google Earth and Google Street View, and finally the services of Audi connect safety & service. Additionally, Car-to-X services, which draw on the fleet’s collective intelligence, are available for some models.

The MMI or Audi virtual cockpit screen in the vehicle displays the Audi connect services, which can be accessed by voice command, MMI touch response, or the multifunction rotary/push-button control. The majority of information, including personalized messages, emails, text messages, and data from social network websites like Twitter, can also be read aloud to the driver.

Audi connect safety & service

Audi Connect Safety & Service’s offerings are divided into two categories. Emergency calls, online roadside help, and Audi service requests are all included in the first cluster. In the event of a serious collision, such as one in which the airbag has deployed, the vehicle will autonomously place an emergency call. In addition to providing crucial information including GPS coordinates, travel direction, and the number of occupants, it also establishes a voice and data connection with the Emergency Call Center. A professionally qualified service representative will inquire further about the accident’s severity so that the best support steps can be started right away. An ambulance will be sent to the accident scene if the accident victims are unresponsive. Using a switch in the roof module, the driver or front passenger can manually initiate the emergency call as well. The emergency call module has its own power supply, so even if the car’s electrical system fails, it can establish a voice connection. By pressing a button on the roof module, the driver or front passenger can easily manually activate the online roadside help. The location and pertinent vehicle status information are sent together with the connection to the Audi Service Center. Two weeks previous to the appointment for maintenance, the vehicle’s Audi service request function sends service-related information to the workshop that the customer specifies in the myAudi site. The service provider can then get in touch with the client to arrange a time.

The remote services, which can be managed using an app, are included in the second section of the packages. As an illustration, consider locking and unlocking the car, determining where it is parked, and calling the vehicle status. The status report, which the user can have shown on his smartphone, contains data about the open/closed state of windows and the unlocked/locked state of doors as well as the remaining range, fuel level, and oil level. The quick programming of the optional auxiliary heating feature is also possible using the app. Owners of Audi e-tron vehicles can see the charge status and electric range information using the myAudi app. Additionally, they can employ user-configurable timers to remotely turn on the climate control and charging processes. The offer is completed with charge and journey statistics.

Audi connect key

Audi has transformed the traditional car key into the Audi connect key, which is then sent to the user’s smartphone. It authorizes the start of the engine and is used to unlock and lock the car. Near field communication allows the car and the smartphone to communicate (NFC). This term describes a standard in which data is delivered over brief radio wave distances. The driver uses their smartphone, which has an NFC antenna, to unlock the car by holding it close to the driver’s door handle. The phone is inserted into the Audi phone box, which also has an NFC antenna, to start the engine.

The digital key in the smartphone contains very sensitive data that needs to be shielded against reading, copying, and manipulation. To do this, the Audi connect key is stored on the SIM card or directly in the smartphone in a secure memory and execution environment. Another security benefit is that the communication between the automobile and the smartphone is not mediated by the smartphone’s operating system because this secure element is connected directly to the NFC antenna via the single wire protocol (SWP).

Customers will soon be able to wirelessly distribute up to 15 keys to friends, family, or coworkers. When the car is opened, the key owner is recognized, and a range of settings from the user’s personal profile are loaded, including seat position, air conditioning settings, and navigation preferences. Because a smartphone may store keys for several vehicles, this method eliminates the one-to-one connection between a vehicle key and a vehicle. An Audi connect key card in credit card format is accessible in the vehicle for circumstances where the driver has to share the Audi connect key for a brief amount of time but does not want to hand up the smartphone. It can be turned on by the driver and given to valet parking staff, for example, or transferred in the event of a breakdown.

Due to the NFC chip’s ability to take its energy from an electromagnetic field created by its counterpart, the Audi connect key is always operational, regardless of whether the smartphone’s battery is charged (this depends on the specific model).

Audi connect SIM

Customers in Europe may receive the Audi connect SIM, which is a permanently implanted SIM card, along with the optional Audi connect package, depending on the model and country. It comes with limitless data for usage with connect services. In most European nations, the Audi connect SIM may also instantly access the provider for a certain country as needed. The customer no longer has to deal with exorbitant, regionally specialized roaming fees or onerous roaming confirmations.

Independent of the integrated Audi connect services, the customer can additionally purchase additional data packages for the WiFi hotspot via a unique web portal. This enables the passengers to use up to eight mobile devices to browse the internet.

Audi MMI connect App

Numerous additional features are available through Audi link services in the Audi MMI connect app, which may be accessed from the vehicle’s MMI system. One of these is syncing a smartphone calendar with the dashboard display. The driver can transfer the phone number of a contact person as a contact entry and import an appointment location from the smartphone for usage as a navigation destination. The system announces the location, time, and reason for an appointment. Additionally, users can store their favorite stations on their devices and access over 3,000 internet radio stations through the app. Additionally, it is possible to use internet media streaming with access to Napster products and services, as well as playback music that is locally stored on a smartphone, in the automobile. Additionally, the Audi MMI connect app may display up-to-date traffic data. The “Travel service makes recommendations for travel locales. Planning navigational destinations is possible on a computer or smartphone; specific destinations can be submitted to the Audi back end via the Google Maps, the Audi MMI connect app, and the web site for myAudi. After then, the driver can use the saved locations for in-car navigation.

The Audi MMI connect app is available for free download in the App Store and Google Play Store. After that, registration at myAudi is necessary. The driver can manage specific connect services, make service appointments, and access vehicle data at myAudi. This necessitates the system’s storage of the pertinent vehicle identification number.

Audi phone box

Near-field coupling allows the Audi phone box with wireless charging to wirelessly connect mobile devices to the vehicle antenna. This enables it to produce reception quality that is noticeably greater. Inductive charging based on the Qi standard is also made possible by the box if the mobile device is compatible with it. The receiver coil in the smartphone receives the current from a coil in the box’s base.

The Audi phone box is offered in the Audi A8 (2017) in a variety of configurations for the driver and rear passengers, both with and without an NFC antenna connection. It takes on new functions including recognizing and authenticating the Audi connect key or the Audi connect key card depending on the other feature choices. The Audi phone box can be used by rear passengers to make private phone calls. In this instance, the handset is the remote control for the backseat.

Audi smartphone interface

Apple Car Play and Android Auto are made available through the Audi smartphone interface, bringing the comfortable smartphone environment inside the car. A separate MMI menu or the Audi virtual cockpit can be used to access content including navigation, phone, audio, and some third-party apps (in the Audi TT and Audi R8). Customers can easily access the data on an iOS or Android device (iOS 7.1 and above, Android at least 5.0 Lollipop) that is linked via the USB port by using the car’s operating system. The navigation system and Audi connect services are not required to use the Audi smartphone interface.

Audi tablet

A versatile Rear Seat Entertainment system, the Audi tablet offers a high-resolution 10.1-inch screen (1,920 x 1,200 pixels). The tablet, which is an option for some large models, uses Wi-Fi to connect to MMI navigation plus. This enables it to access the Radio, Media, Navigation, and Car menus. Rear passengers can email the driver a planned route, for example, or the driver can start a radio or media program for them through MMI navigation plus. The data transfer works in both directions.

The Android-powered Audi tablet supports near-field communication (NFC), a technique that allows Android devices to share data while they are in close proximity. A microSD card can be used to expand memory to its 32 gigabytes of internal memory.

The start menu’s “more” button gives users access to the internet and its over one million apps, games, movies, music, audiobooks, eBooks, and office software programs. Skype video calls can be made using the built-in full HD camera. After the journey, the user can take the Audi tablet out of the vehicle and utilize an outside Wi-Fi network to continue using it.

The chassis of the Audi tablet, which is milled from solid anodized aluminum, betrays its high-quality nature. It has a battery and has been thoughtfully made for usage in a car. Additionally, it is unaffected by hot or extremely low temperatures, and the tilt-adjustable bracket on the back of the front seat is collision-proof and detachable if necessary.

The tablets, which may only be bought in pairs, are connected to both the Rear Seat Remote control panel and MMI navigation plus in the Audi A8 (2017). As a result, when the tablet is snapped into its bracket, a passenger can use it extremely easily while leaning back.