Car: Bluetooth to 3.5mm jack

Delvis · 15 Apr 2018 at 21:00

EDIT: Went for my initial option: https://forums.overclockers.co.uk/posts/31759775/

Hi all,

I have a Ford focus, it has no Bluetooth on a 3.5mm jackfor listen to music from a phone etc, rather than paying a small fortune to replace the inbuilt stereo just so I can get Bluetooth built in or USB connectivity, I was hoping I can find a Bluetooth to 3.5mm jack job.

I've seen the below and it seems to tick the boxes, but I don't need the voice call functionality:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kinivo-BTC450-Bluetooth-Hands-Free-input/dp/B009NLTW60?th=1&psc=1

Before I buy this, has anyone else found something that works and is decent? There are a few reviews about hissing but overall reviews seems okay.

Anything else people can recommend?

Delvis · 15 Apr 2018 at 21:51

HouR said:
It probably going to be a pain for most people but I am used to it now.
I use a chromecast audio in my car.
Issue is my car has built in bluetooth for phone but wont stream music.
So everytime I get in the car I turn my hotspot on and can then stream to the car.
Quality is very good however its probably not the easiest method to go with.

Ahhhh okay. I'd have to plug it into a usb off of a cig lighter hobby.

Worth considering though, thanks , it's also definitely a decent bit of kit!

Delvis · 15 Apr 2018 at 22:13

Thanks @Raymond Lin - shall take a peak.

Wanted something that doesn't really require an extra 12v to usb, but it's worth considering.

Delvis · 22 Apr 2018 at 11:27

Cheers all for the replies, some good options out there.

Went for what I found initially, seems to work fine for what I need, literally connecting to my phone for music.

Only negative I have about it is the cable length between the audio and cig power isn't that long but they do give you a small extension which makes it just about long enough for my car.

Can't hear any buzzing or feedback so that's a win win for me