cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/30700991

I still have an old ipod. So old it has no wireless ability. I want to use it in my car which doesn’t have a cassette or cd player. It plugs into the car’s usb port but the car radio “doesn’t see it”. Any tips on how to get it to work?

  • Lord WiggleEnglish
    3•2 days ago

    Are you sure your car doesn’t have an aux in? Most cast do. Otherwise, maybe a USB to aux converter might work but I doubt it. So I’d go with a Bluetooth or FM transmitter like others adviced. If your car has Bluetooth, I’d go for that one as FM can have interference. Or just play music from your phone. No iTunes hassle and more storage.

      • Lord WiggleEnglish
        3•2 days ago

        Why is it so hard for car makers to equip every car with basic needs like enough cup holders, USB and enough power plugs, Bluetooth, AND A FREAKING AUX PLUG *major facepalm

        Edit: my BMW had one under the arm rest by the way. It’s also possible to have one in the glove box compartment.

          • Lord WiggleEnglish
            2•14 hours ago

            Have you tried selling it and buying an older model with a tape deck, so you can insert a fake tape with a cord and aux?