Does it work with both iPhone and Android?

Yes. It supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so either phone type connects wirelessly.

Do I need to supply a memory card for the dash cam?

Yes. Recording goes to a flash memory card, which is not included, so buy a high-endurance card sized for loop recording.

It mounts on the dashboard or windshield and plugs into the 12V socket, so it fits most cars without modification. Check that the mount spot does not block your view.

Can I play sound through my car speakers?

Yes. Route audio to your stereo over Bluetooth or an FM transmitter; the built-in 15W speaker is best kept for alerts.

Is it a replacement for a factory head unit?

No. It is an add-on screen, so your existing radio and steering wheel controls stay as they are.

E42 8.1-Inch Portable CarPlay Screen with Built-in 4K Dash Cam

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E42 8.1-Inch Portable CarPlay Screen with Built-in 4K Dash Cam

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Our take on the E42 8.1-Inch Portable CarPlay Screen with Built-in 4K Dash Cam

The E42 is a dash-mounted 8.1-inch touchscreen that adds wireless CarPlay and Android Auto to older cars, with a built-in 4K dash cam recording to a memory card. It sits on the dashboard or windshield and runs off the car's 12V socket, so no rewiring is needed. The 15W speaker is modest, so most owners route audio through the car stereo or an FM transmitter. Against rival portable screens, the built-in camera is the draw; rivals usually sell the dash cam separately or skip it.

Best forOlder cars without a factory touchscreenDrivers who want a dash cam and CarPlay in one unitRental and second-car owners who move it between vehiclesiPhone and Android users alike

Pros

Adds wireless CarPlay and Android Auto to any car with a 12V socket
Built-in 4K dash cam saves buying and mounting a separate camera
8.1-inch screen is larger than most phone displays
Works with both Apple and Android phones
No professional install; mounts on the dash or glass

Cons

15W speaker is weak for hands-free calls and music
Dash-mounted screen can look cluttered and block some visibility
Recording quality depends on the memory card you supply
Touch response and boot time are slower than a factory head unit

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Lowest price we've seen: $99.99 on Nov 11 at essgoo.com. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

Owner feedback on portable CarPlay screens like this one is mixed. People like the easy install and the combined dash cam, but complain about dim screens in daylight, laggy touch response and weak built-in audio.

What people mention

Screen brightnessCriticisedOwners say the display is hard to read in direct sunlight.
SetupPraisedBuyers report mounting and pairing take only a few minutes.
Touch responseCriticisedReviewers describe taps registering slowly compared with a phone.
Dash camPraisedOwners value having a recorder built into the same unit.
AudioCriticisedThe 15W speaker is described as too quiet for hands-free calls.

About the E42 8.1-Inch Portable CarPlay Screen with Built-in 4K Dash Cam

The E42 is a portable 8.1-inch screen for the car with a built-in 4K dash cam.

Media can be played from a flash memory card, CD or radio. The maximum power output is 15 watts.

Screen size: 8.1 inches
Dash cam: Built-in 4K
Compatibility: Apple, Android
Media sources: Flash memory card, CD, radio
Max power output: 15 watts

Specifications

Media Source: Flash Memory Card, CD, Radio
Supported Operating System: Apple, Android
Max Power Output: 15 watts max.
Screen Size: 8.1 inches

Questions and answers

Does it work with both iPhone and Android?: Yes. It supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so either phone type connects wirelessly.
Do I need to supply a memory card for the dash cam?: Yes. Recording goes to a flash memory card, which is not included, so buy a high-endurance card sized for loop recording.
Will it fit my car?: It mounts on the dashboard or windshield and plugs into the 12V socket, so it fits most cars without modification. Check that the mount spot does not block your view.
Can I play sound through my car speakers?: Yes. Route audio to your stereo over Bluetooth or an FM transmitter; the built-in 15W speaker is best kept for alerts.
Is it a replacement for a factory head unit?: No. It is an add-on screen, so your existing radio and steering wheel controls stay as they are.
Where is the E42 8.1-Inch Portable CarPlay Screen with Built-in 4K Dash Cam cheapest?: At essgoo.com, for $99.99, as of our latest check.