If you are a Twitter user, you might definitely love to have it on your CarPlay for sure. With the pandemic situation, announcements, messages, news, personal thoughts of special personalities have become really important for both official and personal matters. And getting updated with them with no delay, even while you are driving will be something super convenient for you.
However you may already know that Twitter is not available for CarPlay by default. But nothing to worry about, here is the easiest and the 100% working method of installing Twitter on your CarPlay.
If you do not have CarPlay by default, still you can enjoy Twitter on the InCar - CarPlay alternative app which runs on phone as a CarPlay simulator.
You can add any app on CarPlay now, here we have listed all the best software and hardware solutions for you. Some need jailbreak and some don't.
How to install Twitter on CarPlay?
Requirements: If you are an Apple CarPlay user, you can install CarPlay Twitter on your iPhone and what you need is only an internet connection.
You can Install Twitter on CarPlay by simply downloading an iOS app called WheelPal. This app provides solutions for any iOS version. You can simply follow the following steps.
Step 1 :
Download the WheelPal app using the following link.
Step 2 :
After installing the app, you need to make the developer a trusted one. For that, you need to go to Settings → General → Profiles & Device Management on the phone. Then select the developer listed under Enterprise App and click on it. Then Make it a trusted one.
If you need comprehensive instructions on WheelPal installation, please find WheelPal Installation Guide.
Step 3 :
Now the WheelPal app will be automatically downloaded on your iPhone. Open the app and select the Twitter app with the given list and click on the “Add to CarPlay” button.
Step 4 :
Then the app will ask you whether your phone is a jailbroken one. Sometimes the app will detect whether your phone is already a jailbroken one. Answer correctly by selecting Yes or No.
Why Jailbreak?
Jailbreak is the process of overcoming some restrictions imposed by Apple for Apple CarPlay. You are getting several functionalities for your phone which are not available by default.
If you have a jailbroken iPhone, you will be redirected to the process of installing Twitter for CarPlay. App provides a user guide with the screenshots, so that you can easily follow the given steps.
If your Phone is not a jailbroken one, then the app checks for jailbreaking possibilities for your phone. If there are compatible jailbreak tools for your phone model and the iOS version, then you will be guided to jailbreak your phone with a preferred tool. The app provides well explained guides with the steps needed to jailbreak your iPhone. And after the jailbreaking process you will be automatically redirected to the process of installing Twitter on CarPlay.
On the other hand, if your phone is not compatible with any jailbreak tool, you can simply use Twitter on a CarPlay alternative app like InCar App. (Check our Apps and download section for more on InCar App).
Unsure what to choose?
If you’re unsure of where to start trying the solutions listed, we recommend trying CarPlay Hacks where you can check both jailbreak and no jailbreak solutions according to your device.
Step 5:
After installing the CarPlay Twitter app successfully, you can test it with your car’s CarPlay screen.
You can follow the same steps to install any streaming app on CarPlay including YouTube, Netflix, VLC, Hulu, KMP and other communication apps like FaceBook, Messenger, Hangouts, Skype, Safari Browser, Viber, Slack etc using the WheelPal app.
Note : The most interesting fact is now you can add any desired app to your CarPlay with the above method.
Install CarPlay Twitter iOS 14
As we discussed above, the process of installing Twitter requires jailbreak and if you are an iOS 14 user, I mean iOS14, iOS14.1, iOS14.2, iOS14.3, iOS14.4, iOS14.5 you may not be sure whether you have a jailbreak compatible with your iPhone. If you are using the latest iPhone later than iPhone X, this may be a real issue. But do not worry, Checkra1n comes for your support with a PC jailbreak tool.
What you have to do is install the WheelPal App and go ahead in the process of installing Twitter for CarPlay. Once the app detects you are compatible with a PC tool only, it sends you an email with all the instructions and steps.
Install CarPlay Twitter iOS 15
iOS 15 was released for the public in last September and you have to wait for a jailbreak to be released in order to enjoy twitter on your iOS 15 device. Until that you can enjoy twitter on a CarPlay simulator like InCar app which is compatible with any iOS version.
And we got a really good news for iOS 15 users. Odyssey has revealed that they are about to release a jailbreak tool for iOS 15 and iOS 15.1. The jailbreak tool is named as Cheyote Jailbreak and with this, adding twitter to your iOS 16 CarPlay will not be a dream anymore.
Install CarPlay Twitter iOS 16 - iOS 17.
Even by the end of 2024, it still demands jailbreaking your device to add your favorite apps to CarPlay. iOS 16 is in the corner and iOS 17 is already released. Just after releasing iOS 16, the jailbreak developers are about to start their work on releasing a jailbreak tool for iOS 17. Until that you will not be about to use twitter on your CarPlay. In 2024 iOS 18 will be released and beta versions have already been released.
Why you should install CarPlay Twitter App
Since Twitter brings you news, updates, opinions and trending stuff, it has become a famous social app today. So it is really easy if the driver could reach Twitter from the wide screen of CarPlay when he is driving. At a glance the driver is able to track updates with the notifications.
Also once you are waiting in traffic or a car park , you can easily retweet them or reply to the threads.
Add Any App Without jailbreak
01. Carlinkit AI Box
Carlinkit wireless CarPlay adapter enables Netflix on Apple CarPlay. You don’t need to jailbreak your iPhone to stream CarPlay Netflix with this smart adapter.
Features:
- Supports iPhone models from iPhone 6 series and above
- Compatible with iOS 10- iOS 17 and all of the subversions.
- Must have built-in CarPlay.
- Recommended for 2017-2024 vehicles with OEM wired CarPlay & a touch screen (Not recommended for non-touchscreen cars).
- Converts your wired CarPlay to a built-in wireless CarPlay.
- Supports USB connectivity.
- Can split screen while streaming.
- Supports video streaming on CarPlay Netflix, YouTube, TikTok etc.
- It is a fast, and reliable device.
- No need to connect with USB, as it supports wireless CarPlay
- Can connect with CarPlay using Wi-fi and Bluetooth.
02. Ottocast AI Box
Enjoy your favorite Netflix, and YouTube videos while in your car with Ottocast Car AI Box. It supports many apps in Apple CarPlay. Stream your favorite Netflix videos in CarPlay.
Features:
- Supports multiple screens.
- Supports both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Enables videos on CarPlay with Netflix, YouTube, TikTok, Disney+ etc.
- Must have a good internet connection.
- Adviced to use only while your car is parked.
- Easily access with the Home, Recent, Clear apps, Voice search etc.
- Comes with 4GB RAM card.
- Support built in CarPlay models
03. Carlinkit AI Tbox
Carlinkit AI Tbox is one of best carplay adapter in the market. You can watch Youtube, Netflix and all the other video streaming on your carplay now.
Features:
- Supports iPhone models from iPhone 6 series and above
- Compatible with iOS 10- iOS 17 and all of the subversions.
- Must have built-in CarPlay.
- Recommended for 2017-2024 vehicles with OEM wired CarPlay & a touch screen (Not recommended for non-touchscreen cars).
- Converts your wired CarPlay to a built-in wireless CarPlay.
- Supports USB connectivity.
- Can split screen while streaming.
- Supports video streaming on CarPlay Netflix, YouTube, TikTok etc.
- It is a fast, and reliable device.
- No need to connect with USB, as it supports wireless CarPlay
- Can connect with CarPlay using Wi-fi and Bluetooth.
Conclusion
As Twitter is basically a social app which can distract the driver, Apple does not allow it on CarPlay by default. As you can see, this action has been taken for your safety. But we understand that there are situations in which we can use Twitter on CarPlay without any risk. So, if you have a good control to use it safely, then hurry up to download NGXPlay / CarBridge using WheelPal app and install all your favorite social media apps on CarPlay including Twitter. Happy driving !!!