GS - 4th Gen (2013-2020) Discussion about the 2013 and up GS models

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Old 01-18-16, 01:22 PM
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I know that the geniuses at Toyota made the decision not to allow Apple Carplay and use their outdated proprietary version instead. Anyone know of a gizmo that can make Apple Carplay hook into the GS?.

I take every opportunity in Lexus feedback surveys to tell them to introduce it, not optimistic though.
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This should be available 2Q16

https://lexusenthusiast.com/2016/01/...ampaign=buffer
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Did not hear him say 2013.......
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sounds nice but as stated June availability is for the 2016 GS, other model years to follow.
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Originally Posted by Davenlei
Did not hear him say 2013.......
wiring should be the same for 13 - 15
Old 01-19-16, 07:12 AM
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Originally Posted by sonyfan
wiring should be the same for 13 - 15
That may be largely true but the system generations are different. There are 3 different gen head units between the '13-'16 models. '13 gen models may be left in the dust.
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I hope the wiring is the same, because the 2013 had a generation 7 head unit while the 2014 and up moved to a generation 8. This would be a great add on though. Can't wait to see it on the market.
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Originally Posted by yardie876
That may be largely true but the system generations are different. There are 3 different gen head units between the '13-'16 models. '13 gen models may be left in the dust.
Guess I won't be buying one.
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Originally Posted by islandbeef
Guess I won't be buying one.
No worries... 2013 GS is confirmed

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I don't see any where in that link where it confirms 2013 GS will be included. But given what is involved in the technology I don't see any reason that it won't be available for the 2013.
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I think sonyfan just linked to a post on their facebook page, but if you read in the comments of that post, it states:



Also, for those looking for Android Auto integration with the Lexus lineup, here is information from Beat-Sonic on that:



Super exciting news.. now it's just a waiting game

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Dear Santa....
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Curious, since it's plug and play, how is it activated? Is it like the mirroring feature that you have to download their firmware and upload to the car via USB thumb drive?


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