'I don't know why it took till 2025': Mercedes driver shows how anyone can watch YouTube, Netflix on Apple CarPlay. Should you?

A Mercedes driver claims there's a $50 gadget that lets you stream Netflix and drive at the same time.
Safety should always come first, of course. However, TikTok user Chase (@chase.finds) said a cheap device he picked up online lets him binge his favorite shows while behind the wheel.
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'Nobody was going to tell me that we can watch Netflix in our cars now?' he asks in a recent video, calling it something he's 'dreamt of' since getting his license.
'I always wanted to be able to watch YouTube videos [and] Netflix, all while driving,' he adds. 'I don't know why it took till 2025 to be able to get this.'
By 'this,' he's referring to an AutoSky device he says he snagged on TikTok.
A disclaimer on his post notes that it is eligible for commission.
How Does AutoSky Work?
There are several AutoSky devices on the market, so it's unclear which model Chase has. Prices vary, too—some go for as little as $30 on Amazon, while others sell for up to $75 or more on AutoSky's official site.
In general, AutoSky's wireless CarPlay adapters convert a car's wired Apple CarPlay or Android Auto connection into a wireless one. This lets
drivers
make calls, play music, and stream TV without plugging their phones into the USB port.
These devices work much the way Chase describes. To use one, you plug the adapter into your car's USB port, pair it with your phone via
Bluetooth
, and from then on, it connects automatically through Wi-Fi whenever you start your car.
According to AutoSky, its 'AI Box Lite' version transforms a wired CarPlay system into a wireless hub, enabling both CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as streaming apps like Netflix and YouTube. It's purportedly fully plug-and-play and doesn't require any rewiring or disassembly of the stereo.
Once it's set up, Chase says, 'you're off and streaming.' Still, probably best not to fire up Netflix on the interstate.
Use With Caution
Watching anything while driving—whether it's video, maps, or apps—is a distraction.
CarPlay is, of course, designed to be a hands-free tool, but even glancing at the screen too long can slow your reaction time and put you (and everyone else) at risk.
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This behavior isn't just dangerous, it's deadly.
According to the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
, distracted driving killed 3,275 people in 2023 alone.
Other Systems on the Market
In his video, Chase made the perks of owning an AutoSky device clear: It's hands-free and lets drivers stay entertained behind the wheel.
He also claimed that buying one through TikTok is a steal, arguing that similar in-car entertainment systems can cost thousands.
He's not entirely wrong.
While it's not a perfect comparison, Best Buy lists some car TV systems for thousands of dollars. One of its priciest options—a black Alpine 7' Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Bluetooth Digital Media Receiver—retails for $1,500.
So Chase may have actually scored a deal, which he seemed genuinely thrilled about.
One person who commented on his video was impressed. 'Wow this is cool,' she wrote.
But while these gadgets might be flashy, it's still important to follow basic road safety. If you buy an AutoSky or similar device, use it with caution—as in while parked.
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has reached out to Chase via TikTok comment. We'll be sure to update this if he responds.
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