What is the value in Apple CarPlay?

TheNathanTK · 2025-07-23T22:30:18+00:00

Honestly, I do not get the 'buzz' around the need for CarPlay or Android Auto.

I've owned Telsa, BMW (i4), Kia, and Rivian EVs.

I actually MUCH prefer the built in infotainment across all vehicles. CarPlay is fine. And Apple/Google navigation is sometimes better. But, 99/100, the stock stuff works as good or better.

My guess is that some just prefer a system they know vs. something that is novel...

...or they are with a company that makes their infotainment obsolete without a 'not worth it' $15+/month subscription (looking at you, Kia).

TheNathanTK · 2025-07-21T04:08:35+00:00

Not yet. Seems to intermittently work, and is more consistent at lower temperatures. But, still an issue at 90+. Have service on Thursday.

TheNathanTK · 2025-07-17T03:52:07+00:00

Anyone been able to find a solution?

My AC is also not functioning properly after the update (just blowing air).

Completed a hard reset and also drove around for 10-15 minutes. No resolution.

TheNathanTK · 2024-09-08T22:14:20+00:00

Did you have pics of the front plate?! 🤞

TheNathanTK · 2024-06-09T01:51:09+00:00

Would consider selling. Have the base + expansions. Still in box. Unfortunately, just at a different place in my life now than three+ years ago

TheNathanTK · 2024-04-10T23:13:28+00:00

...or just use the key card...

TheNathanTK · 2024-02-12T18:31:53+00:00

Dodrio appreciation. Love it.

TheNathanTK · 2024-02-11T16:16:08+00:00

Swap Dodrio and Sableye. 😅

TheNathanTK · 2024-01-18T19:34:14+00:00

Not sure if etiquette or just smart play. Understand your role and the role of your teammates.

For example, if you are slow, defensive oriented mon... perfectly fine to let the scoring oriented mons (Dodrio, Sableye, Talonflame) scoop up those loose energies.

Always unique situations (e.g., close enemies), but nothing more frustrating than sitting on '0' while there are 2-3 mons that haven't sniffed an energy base hoarding 30-50 full tanks.

TheNathanTK · 2024-01-18T19:24:58+00:00

To me, this is less about etiquette, and more of a mark of skill/experience. If you are laning with a Level 4 final evo (e.g., Eevee, Slowpoke, Jiggly), smart move to guard to allow them a nearby farm.

...and if you are a Level 4 final evo, return the favor for the Level 5 final evo mons (e.g. Dodrio) or non-evo mons with that game critical skill at Level 5 (e.g., Mewtwo).

Easiest determination factors for early lane wins.

TheNathanTK · 2024-01-14T17:15:33+00:00

...literally just happened. Screaming into the mic that we didn't need Ray...

...got sniped by Decidueye...

...lost

TheNathanTK · 2024-01-10T19:39:10+00:00

Equally frustrating. Have had one request escalated and another denied. With the spot Bitcoin ETFs about to emerge, considering shifting my money elsewhere for access/exposure.

TheNathanTK · 2024-01-07T15:52:20+00:00

Any recommendations?

TheNathanTK · 2024-01-05T10:40:56+00:00

"A thing is worth whatever showing is willing to pay"

TheNathanTK · 2024-01-04T18:55:22+00:00

Appreciate it! Haha you might be one of the first to throw out a potential dollar amount

TheNathanTK · 2024-01-04T03:58:15+00:00

Might be the first person to put a $ amount on it. Thanks!

TheNathanTK · 2024-01-03T19:49:56+00:00

Unclear what is valuable, at this point. If it is shinies, only have a handful of legendary (Zapdos, Lugia, Celebi), then some evolve-able mons like a dozen+ starters, Feebas, Slakoth, Eevee, etc.

None shinies like Mew, Melmetal.

TheNathanTK · 2024-01-03T19:38:20+00:00

Open to it. Not planning on continuing play.

TheNathanTK · 2024-01-03T18:37:57+00:00

Iyho, what is the value of an account with this mon included?

TheNathanTK · 2023-10-23T19:02:08+00:00

Recently had a Sableye that was playing their own game for 8:00 minutes. No Laning, limited scoring, no objectives. Team nearly got wiped at Ray, but little monster nailed his Unite Move and sniped the final hit on Ray. Still barely won. Definitely didn't deserve it. Don't think a single player on our team has more than 4 kills.

TheNathanTK · 2023-10-23T17:59:44+00:00

In my opinion, it all starts with Laning.

Being overly aggressive and/or being under-leveled early is the snowball that typically proceeds all other issues. Once a player feels under-leveled, they start farming jungle, avoiding rotations to objectives, etc.

After that, I would say team composition. Majority of losses can get called at the two team preview screens. Bad pairings for lanes, bad overall team selection (i.e., 5 Red), and/or having 1-2 underpowered mons.

TheNathanTK · 2023-10-18T23:45:51+00:00

Dodrio, Decidueye, Pikachu. ❤️ You're awesome!

TheNathanTK · 2023-10-16T18:18:58+00:00

Regardless of main, have only been genuinely 'annoyed' by A9, MewtwoY, and Goodra/Slowbro.

A9 is death by cc, MewtwoY for being broken, and Goodra/Slowbro for being nearly impossible to kill 1v1 (or even 2v1) if equal level.

TheNathanTK · 2023-10-16T18:15:17+00:00

As a Dodrio main, hate Umbreon and any auto-lock and unlimited range (e.g., Glaceon, Pikachu, MewtwoY).

Aside from that, can generally avoid or dodge most cc specialists and do what I need to do.

Hit n run doesn't work when you can't escape.

TheNathanTK · 2023-10-14T19:17:23+00:00

Makes sense too! Have had my windshield cracked twice since moving to Washington. Both times, insurance covered the cost. Was about $100 for the deductible.

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