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R60 Spotify without Mini Connected?

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Old Jun 14, 2016 | 10:49 AM
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Spotify without Mini Connected?

Hey,

So i been looking on the web and most of the information i could find seems to be about spotify with mini connected.

Would it be possible to plug in a ipod touch (or an old android phone) over the mini usb/lighting cable and play spotify while still being able to use the steering wheel controls on a car without mini connected?

Currently i use an old ipod classic but i find myself not using itunes as much, so im trying to see if there is a way i can use google music or spotify in my countryman.

Thanks!
 
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Old Jun 15, 2016 | 05:26 AM
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I use this tool that connects to my phone via Bluetooth and connects to the car via aux. It comes with a small controller (can't use steering wheel controllers) that adheres somewhere reachable to the driver:
https://www.amazon.com/Kinivo-BTC450.../dp/B009NLTW60

I'm super happy with it.
 
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Old Jun 15, 2016 | 07:31 AM
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Hey Thanks for the reply :D

Yeah i think bluetooth would probably be the best solution in this case, like your set up.

I ended up ordering a tune2air adapter last night and it seems that people have generally been positive over its functionality, hopefully it works with an ipod touch or android apps.

https://www.amazon.com/ViseeO-Tune2A...6001164&sr=8-2

Thanks again!
 
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Old Jun 15, 2016 | 08:52 AM
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Hah tune2air is good if you have an Apple device. I only have Android so the Kinivo tool is actually a better option. You'll find the tune2air will not allow steering wheel controls when connected to Android either.
 
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