The MyLink Master thread

[Tech_Geek23]

I'm probably going for an oil change sometime next week and may see about looking at the Spark/Sonic version of MyLink

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[Deliboy]

Local dealer here in south fl has them in stock. About 4 of them. Saw them the other day driving by. Going in for service on Thursday so I'll look if they have MyLink.


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[laborsmith]

I think the Chevy website shows a vehicle in the dealer's inventory once it has been invoiced. People who have followed their builds on GMConnects can tell you there is anywhere from a few days to a few weeks in transit before reaching the dealer. I don't know when the dealer is invoiced for a car shipping from Korea but suspect it must be when off loaded from the boat.

The date for invoicing is important as the dealer starts accruing interest 30 days after that date.

Laborsmith

 

[laborsmith]

I have reread info from several months ago, and the initial Spark cars with the MyLink option will only need an upgrade to use the GoGoLink navigation app. It is apparent that I had a lot to learn about this area of car technology since a few months ago I wrongfully equated MyLink with GoGoLink.

It is also apparent I will need to consider getting a smartphone to take advantage of the MyLink system; don't know if that is a good thing or a bad thing. The smartphone is another area of technology that I have yet to understand.

Laborsmith

 

[rodslinger]

Maroone Chevy has one or two Sparks now. I'm in Miami this week so I might have to go check it out. The MyLink is one of the bigger factors for me waiting on a 2013 Sonic so I'm very interested in seeing how it works.

Cars for Sale: 2013 Chevrolet Spark LT in Pembroke Pines, FL 33024: Hatchback Details - 326396450 - AutoTrader.com

 

[J T]

It is also apparent I will need to consider getting a smartphone to take advantage of the MyLink system; don't know if that is a good thing or a bad thing. The smartphone is another area of technology that I have yet to understand.

Don't feel bad. I somewhat understand my smartphone (droid) but I have no idea what this MyLink thing is.

 

[Cinsue]

I posted this question on FB

Will the MyLink be available as an upgrade to the 2012's?


Chevy Sonic: The GoGoLink app will require the MyLink stereo system, which will be new to 2013 Sonics, so unfortunately, it will not be compatible with the stereos currently available on 2012 Sonics.
about an hour ago ·

Cindi: So the current 2012 stereos can't be replaced with the MyLink stereo? Just want to be sure we're both talking about MyLink and not the GoGoLink app.
about an hour ago ·

Chevy Sonic: Understood. You should consult with your dealer service department, as it would be a pretty significant overhaul.

Bummer!

 

[laborsmith]

ofer on Camaro5 has gotten the part numbers to upgrade the 2010-12 Camaros to MyLink, which version has GPS and takes the addition of a GPS antenna. A Camaro is not a Sonic but if the upgrade can be done for a Camaro I suspect it can be done for a Sonic.

He has developed upgrades to add Head Up Display to Camaros that did not have it and Chevrolet continues to say it can not be done. He also has kits to add back up display but as far as I know Chevy does not say that such an upgrade is a not doable. He only uses OEM parts but sometimes has to modify wiring harnesses etc.

I have yet to figure out why there seems to be a demand for MyLink, but apparently there is. Maybe someone on this forum can follow his example and get the part numbers to see if it can be done to a Sonic.

ofer is 2SSRS there and here is a link to the MyLink upgrade discussion, which has about 12 posts w/ info and 12+ pages of commenting.

I want a new Radio - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums - Camaro5.com

Laborsmith

 

[laborsmith]

MyLink Alternative?

In development, but looks interesting:

Dash - The Smart phone Car Stereo by Paul Lizer — Kickstarter

The Home Page: http://www.devium.us/

Admittedly I know little about these things but thought those who know could chime in with their thoughts.

Laborsmith

 

[CoHPhasor]

In development, but looks interesting:

Dash - The Smart phone Car Stereo by Paul Lizer — Kickstarter

The Home Page: Devium|Convergence of the smartphone and the car stereo

Admittedly I know little about these things but thought those who know could chime in with their thoughts.

Laborsmith

There are too many idiosyncrasies for me to think this will work out.
It's nice for iPhone/iPod users with the idea that the first model is setup for them, but other phones not so much.

The iPhone/iPod already has line out built into the dock connector so you're guaranteed a nice audio experience when they're accessed.
Android phones use USB connectors so the access to the signal would be handled differently.

Having anything but an i device means later you'll hope they support your device and make a faceplate for it.
Even worse, as you change phones, how much does it cost for a new faceplate?
Hell, by the time they support your device you might have gotten a different one that won't work.

It's a nice concept, and they have several cars out there with setups like this but they are completely custom and high dollar cars.
(Ferraris, etc)

Quite honestly, 4.3" is WAY too small of an interface and I prefer physical controls and at least with MyLink they're on the steering wheel.
Just my .02, some people might really like it.

 

[RS Turbo]

Looks very cool....

 

[bigmahlman]

Drove a Spark today, the Mylink radio is great. Seems to be snappy, I actually liked it better than the dodge darts touch screen. Deff worth waiting for the 2013 dart.

 

[doreo]

i asked my service dept and they said that it can be done but the costs would be quite large. i asked for yall but i took his general answer of a grand or so cuz i plan on trading it in. the service guy did that that all the modules that connect to the radio would need to be replaced tho as they dont cross talk between current and mylink

 

[Mr. Oldman]

Touch Screen

Will my Kindle plug in and show on the touch screen so I can read while driving?

 

[Tech_Geek23]

Will my Kindle plug in and show on the touch screen so I can read while driving?

The MyLink system is not meant to display other devices' interface on it. Even if it could, I wouldn't recommend it. That's worse if not equal to texting and driving.

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[CoHPhasor]

The MyLink system is not meant to display other devices' interface on it. Even if it could, I wouldn't recommend it. That's worse if not equal to texting and driving.

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Exactly. Although - I wish it *would* show my texts on the screen, or maybe read it aloud.
(In cases where family/colleagues are involved it could single-handedly bring an end to sexting!)

 

[Deliboy]

Will my Kindle plug in and show on the touch screen so I can read while driving?

WTF?? Read at home, not while driving.


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[Mr. Oldman]

Well, would it be ok to watch a movie on MyLink? (I'll make it clear here that I'm kidding)

 

[CoHPhasor]

Movies are too long - marathons of Married With Children on the other hand.... (lol?)

 

[RS Turbo]

Will my Kindle plug in and show on the touch screen so I can read while driving?

Oldman doesnt have a kindel for reading! He just looks at the pictures