What is MirrorLink?
MirrorLink is a connectivity standard that allows apps run on a smartphone to be displayed on a car's infotainment system. The system was initially developed by researchers at Nokia, before being backed by a consortium of carmakers and automotive parts suppliers. MirrorLink has been effectively replaced by Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for Apple and Android devices respectively, and was officially discontinued towards the end of 2023. If your car supports MirrorLink, you can activate the system using your car's infotainment system and connecting your smartphone either through a cable or via Bluetooth.
Related glossary terms
Android AutoAndroid Auto is a system on most modern vehicles that lets you use your Android-powered smartphone's apps through your car's infotainment system screen. Apple CarPlayApple CarPlay is a feature included in most cars' infotainment systems. It lets you use apps on your iPhone directly through your car's infotainment screen, without needing to tap anything on your phone.DAB - digital audio broadcastingDAB (digital audio broadcasting) is the radio standard that's mostly replaced FM across Europe and Australia, along with parts of Asia and Africa.