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I see online that CarPlay does support Wifi, but if I’m understanding correctly, CarPlay is a feature on your car’s radio/GPS. I think the only way to sort this out is pouring over a manual specific to the device or calling tech support.

It still boils down to the decisions the software makes in how it routes its audio. Since from what you said earlier that you’ve proven it has the ability to go either way – to the car or to your AirPods – there is no technical principle (like vs. WiFi) behind why it is or isn’t connecting to your ’s. It’s just some kind of arbitrary decision deep in the software somewhere and Apple support isn’t going to know anything about that. Most people won’t say they don’t know, though, so you should get some interesting, outlandish myth from them about why it happens. Like the “Bluetooth is very conflicted. It’s Blue.” (This is the kind of response I’ve received from Apple support several times over the years.)

Yeah, don’t hold your breath for that aftermarket manufacturer, either. They have probably private-branded a contract-manufacturer’s generic product which was developed by a subcontractor and programmed by programmers who left it undocumented and are doubtless inaccessible.

Cynical? Me?

I know the manufacturer he will get back to me but weather the outcome will be positive or not remains to be seen.
And at the end of the day it’s not the end of the world but it would be nice to sort it out.
I have also connected phonak as I understand there is a software update for my marvels don’t know if it will help but worth a try, but I have had enough of my audiologist and I don’t want him in my house again, do you know if it’s possible to update them myself?
Dell

I hear you. I love to figure out how these systems work and really need to know why something doesn’t work. I’m just often disappointed. :wink:

Yes, there is a firmware update for the Marvels. It affects , but hard to say if it would affect your situation, but it might. It also lets you use the new MyPhonak app with more features and self-defined programs with limited program modifications.

Re: self update: do you do any programming currently? What I gather is you need a “Noahlink1” wireless interface unit (available here2), and “Target2” software for the PC (not sure where you get it). Then you’d need to get the firmware file itself, though I think I saw it floating around somewhere on this forum.

I wouldn’t try it if you haven’t done any HA programming before and if you just want the update. But if you wanted to get into HA programming, go for it. There was a “” thread I keep hearing about but I haven’t looked for/at it. It should help you get started.

In reply to @haggis

@haggis said:

Re: self update: do you do any HA programming currently? What I gather is you need a “Noahlink” wireless interface unit (available here ), and “Target” software for the PC (not sure where you get it). Then you’d need to get the firmware file itself, though I think I saw it floating around somewhere on this forum.

One can ask for the software here DIY - Self Programming, How to Find Fitting Software Target will update itself and the firmware on the aids and any accessories.

@haggis said:

There was a “DIY” thread I keep hearing

DIY – Beginners, a collection of links to get you started
If you’re new to self-programming, below are some links to get you started. I’ll add to them when appropriate, and I’ll attach the URL for this post to my avatar. If the material linked below looks like too much reading then here’s a short summary. get a hearing test (usually free) read up as much as you can stand download the software for the devices you have in mind and simulate a fitting session buy aids and a programming device, and cables etc. if necessary repeat step 2. slight_smile …

And this link will take you to the latest posts.

Hearing Aid Self-Fitting and Adjusting [DIY]

This forum is a place for consumers to discuss fitting and adjusting their own hearing aids.

Many thanks Dusty
I will have a read when I have a few hours to spare but before I do anything I will have to look for a Noahlink as I am in UK so the link haggis posted will probably cost to much to ship but will contact them to see.
Dell

In reply to @Dells

Since you have an iPhone (I also have the 8), why don’t you use the Apple Maps app on your phone to navigate? Comes right into my (I have Resound Preza from Costco). Apple Maps is much more elegant than any other nav devices I’ve used. She tells you what you need to know and then shuts up until you need to make a change in lane or route, etc.

Hi Emjay_flowers
Thanks for your input it is only when I am connected to CarPlay I don’t get sound to my aids being an old man nothing work’s like it used to including my eyes so I need the map on the bigger screen to see it.

In reply to @Dusty

Hi Dusty
Thanks for PM I haven’t worked out how to do that yet when I was young we had only just got electricity but still learning

In reply to @d.allum

To you and Dells: When I used Apple Maps on my iPhone to navigate through a particularly congested area of Houston the directions were so good I had no need to see a map. I learned I could trust her. She gave me enough notice when I needed to get to a particular lane, and when she knew something I didn’t (that a Texans game was on my route home) she re-rerouted me from the outset. Usually I Google a map to get a good sense of where I’m going and what might be alternate routes, then I can just drive and let my Apple Annie tell my hearing aids exactly how to get there. Once, I ignored her and needed to see where she was taking me, so I just pulled over briefly to get a good look. I LOVE that app, can you tell?

Just had an email from CarPlay manufacturer looking into it for me he can’t understand why I can use phone calls via CarPlay and get sound to my aids but not navigation.
Dell

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