{"product_id":"mercedes-benz-s-class-w221-2005-2013-wireless-apple-carplay-android-auto-retrofit-kit-veehive-uk-upgrade","title":"Mercedes-Benz S Class W221 (2005-2013) Wireless Apple CarPlay \u0026 Android Auto Retrofit Kit | VEEHIVE UK Upgrade","description":"\u003c!-- SHORT SHOPIFY OVERVIEW --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd Wireless Apple CarPlay \u0026amp; Android Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e to your \u003cstrong\u003eMercedes-Benz S-Class (W221, 2005–2013)\u003c\/strong\u003e with VEEHIVE’s plug-and-play retrofit. Keep your factory \u003cstrong\u003eCOMAND APS system\u003c\/strong\u003e while upgrading to \u003cstrong\u003emodern wireless CarPlay and Android Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cstrong\u003eMaps, Spotify, WhatsApp, Siri, Google Assistant\u003c\/strong\u003e and more — all fully integrated into your OEM display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with NTG3.0, NTG3.5, and NTG4.0 COMAND APS systems\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow to confirm your system:\u003c\/strong\u003e On your COMAND unit, open \u003cstrong\u003eSystem → Version → System Information\u003c\/strong\u003e to check your NTG version (NTG3.0, NTG3.5, or NTG4.0).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSound via OEM AUX\u003c\/strong\u003e (Bluetooth audio not supported on NTG3.x models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitch modes\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003elong-pressing the RETURN button\u003c\/strong\u003e or using the control dial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Plug \u0026amp; Play\u003c\/strong\u003e — no coding, no dealer tools, fully reversible install\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUK-wide fitting\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026amp; \u003cstrong\u003eWorldwide shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003c!-- FULL TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMercedes-Benz S-Class W221 Apple CarPlay \u0026amp; Android Auto Retrofit Kit | Wireless CarPlay Upgrade (UK \u0026amp; EU)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVEEHIVE’s Mercedes S-Class W221 CarPlay Retrofit Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e brings full \u003cstrong\u003eWireless Apple CarPlay\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eWireless Android Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e to your OEM COMAND system. Compatible with \u003cstrong\u003eNTG3.0\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eNTG3.5\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eNTG4.0\u003c\/strong\u003e head units, this retrofit keeps your original controls, amplifier, and interface intact — providing \u003cstrong\u003emodern smartphone connectivity without replacing the factory screen\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse your favourite apps — \u003cstrong\u003eGoogle Maps, Apple Maps, Waze, Spotify, YouTube Music, WhatsApp\u003c\/strong\u003e — directly on your OEM display with full voice control via \u003cstrong\u003eSiri\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eGoogle Assistant\u003c\/strong\u003e. Seamless integration, zero coding required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned specifically for Mercedes-Benz S-Class W221 (2005–2013)\u003c\/strong\u003e equipped with NTG3.0, NTG3.5, or NTG4.0 COMAND APS systems. \u003cem\u003eUK installation available\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eworldwide shipping\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cnav aria-label=\"Page table of contents\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#why-upgrade\"\u003eWhy Upgrade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#key-features\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#audio-requirements\"\u003eAudio \u0026amp; Requirements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#mirroring-media\"\u003eScreen Mirroring \u0026amp; Media\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#cameras\"\u003eCamera Integration\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#install\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Operation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#compatibility\"\u003eCompatibility (NTG3.0 \/ NTG3.5 \/ NTG4.0)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#specs\"\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#warranty\"\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Reversibility\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faq\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#notes\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"why-upgrade\"\u003eWhy Upgrade Your Mercedes S-Class W221\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe W221 is timeless, but its original infotainment system isn’t. VEEHIVE’s retrofit adds \u003cstrong\u003ewireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e to bring your S-Class in line with modern standards — while keeping the luxury COMAND interface you already love. Navigate, stream, message, and control everything through \u003cstrong\u003eSiri\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eGoogle Assistant\u003c\/strong\u003e without changing the look of your cabin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch between OEM COMAND and CarPlay\/Android Auto with a \u003cstrong\u003elong press of RETURN\u003c\/strong\u003e or the \u003cstrong\u003erotary dial\u003c\/strong\u003e. All steering-wheel and console controls remain fully functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"key-features\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWireless \u0026amp; Wired Apple CarPlay\u003c\/strong\u003e (latest iOS supported)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWireless \u0026amp; Wired Android Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports \u003cstrong\u003eNTG3.0, NTG3.5, and NTG4.0\u003c\/strong\u003e COMAND APS systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigation: \u003cstrong\u003eGoogle Maps\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eApple Maps\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWaze\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusic: \u003cstrong\u003eSpotify\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eApple Music\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eYouTube Music\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eDeezer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMessaging: \u003cstrong\u003eWhatsApp\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eiMessage\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCalendar\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoice control via \u003cstrong\u003eSiri\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eGoogle Assistant\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"audio-requirements\"\u003eAudio \u0026amp; System Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNTG3.0 \/ NTG3.5:\u003c\/strong\u003e Audio via \u003cstrong\u003eOEM AUX input\u003c\/strong\u003e (Bluetooth audio not supported)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNTG4.0:\u003c\/strong\u003e Audio via \u003cstrong\u003eOEM Bluetooth or AUX\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScreen Mirroring Audio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always routed through AUX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMode Switching:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLong-press RETURN\u003c\/strong\u003e or use control dial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully \u003cstrong\u003eplug-and-play\u003c\/strong\u003e — no coding or dealer activation required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"mirroring-media\"\u003eScreen Mirroring \u0026amp; Media\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWireless iPhone screen mirroring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWired Android mirroring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB video playback\u003c\/strong\u003e (MP4 supported)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVideo-in-motion\u003c\/strong\u003e available for passenger use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/accessories\"\u003eVEEHIVE media accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"cameras\"\u003eOEM-Style Camera Integration (Optional)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd \u003cstrong\u003efront and rear cameras\u003c\/strong\u003e with dynamic steering lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrates with \u003cstrong\u003efactory parking sensors (PDC)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports OEM and aftermarket camera systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cameras\"\u003eMercedes camera kits\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"install\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Operation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is \u003cstrong\u003enon-invasive, reversible, and fully plug-and-play\u003c\/strong\u003e. Control CarPlay and Android Auto using the \u003cstrong\u003erotary COMAND controller\u003c\/strong\u003e, steering-wheel buttons, or voice commands. Switch between systems with a \u003cstrong\u003elong press of RETURN\u003c\/strong\u003e or directly from the control dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional fitting available — book a \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/installations\"\u003eVEEHIVE Approved Fitter\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"compatibility\"\u003eCompatibility (NTG3.0 \/ NTG3.5 \/ NTG4.0)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis retrofit fits Mercedes-Benz S-Class W221 models (2005–2013)\u003c\/strong\u003e equipped with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNTG3.0:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early COMAND APS (2005–2008)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNTG3.5:\u003c\/strong\u003e Updated COMAND APS (2009–2011)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNTG4.0:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late-production COMAND system (2011–2013)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm your system type before ordering. Use the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/ntg-checker\"\u003eNTG Compatibility Checker\u003c\/a\u003e or send your VIN for verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin: 1rem 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"675\" width=\"1200\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mercedes NTG3 COMAND APS version information\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eCheck your system under \u003cstrong\u003eSystem → Version → System Information\u003c\/strong\u003e to identify NTG3.0, NTG3.5, or NTG4.0.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"specs\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApple CarPlay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWireless \u0026amp; Wired (latest iOS supported)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAndroid Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWireless \u0026amp; Wired\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Path\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNTG3.x: AUX only | NTG4.0: AUX or Bluetooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreen Mirroring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eiPhone (Wireless) \/ Android (Wired)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo Playback\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB (MP4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo-in-Motion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnabled for passenger use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMode Switching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong-press RETURN or control dial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlug \u0026amp; Play — No coding or programming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"warranty\"\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Reversibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis retrofit is \u003cstrong\u003enon-invasive and fully reversible\u003c\/strong\u003e. It does not modify OEM software or wiring. Safe for leased or financed vehicles and warranty-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq\"\u003eMercedes S-Class W221 CarPlay – Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this fit all W221 models?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — supports NTG3.0, NTG3.5, and NTG4.0 COMAND APS systems (2005–2013).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is sound routed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio uses the OEM AUX channel on NTG3.x systems. NTG4.0 supports AUX or Bluetooth audio streaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo OEM controls still work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — all rotary, steering-wheel, and voice controls remain functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs coding required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — the system is completely plug-and-play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it work with cameras?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — supports OEM or aftermarket front\/rear cameras with dynamic guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you offer fitting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — book with a \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/installations\"\u003eVEEHIVE Approved Fitter\u003c\/a\u003e. Worldwide shipping available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"notes\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupports NTG3.0, NTG3.5, and NTG4.0 systems only.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio via AUX\u003c\/strong\u003e for NTG3.x. \u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth or AUX\u003c\/strong\u003e for NTG4.0.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm system version under \u003cstrong\u003eSystem → Version → System Information\u003c\/strong\u003e before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- Trust\/Service Blurb --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVEEHIVE | Mercedes CarPlay Retrofit Specialists\u003c\/strong\u003e — UK-wide fitting, fast dispatch, expert aftersales support. 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