Requires iOS 15.2 for iPad Pro
Response from developer
Hey, Next requires a minimum iOS version of 15.2 to work. This is a 4 year old iOS version at this point. I am afraid I can’t do much as the app takes use of APIs which are only available in iOS 15.2 or greater.
Not good for phones
There’s also no clear user guidelines, or “help” section so I also am unsure how to change the doc layout however it’s stated within the app that you can change and customise it but no option to access that.
I also purchased the plus membership and there was no difference no upgrades, completely the same as the free version.
Definitely don’t recommend this app. Not great as a car dashboard app.
There is also no customer support, or access to any contacts to help with issues.
Response from developer
Hey sorry to hear you didn’t like the app, but you can connect with on twitter @sachineleven. The link for it is on the main settings page. Regarding Pro version not having extra features- we give users full access to the app and all its features in its free trial, that’s why it’s called a ‘Free trial’ and not ‘Limited access trial’. The customer support url is present on main settings page. There is even a chat option in Next community section where you can ask your questions.
Fuel price should be keyboard input, not slider. Inaccurate landmarks.
Another problem is the app missed out several landmarks while pinning bogus locations. For instance, when I choose to search for gas stations near me, it misses out at least 2 gas stations which are located right beside the national highway, while marking strange empty areas as gas stations.
A suggestion that I think would make this app very nice is to allow user to select different music sources, rather than just “Spotify or Apple Music”. For instance, I would like to see YT music or Radio Garden being an option in here. Though lacking it wouldn’t decrease my app experience too much.
Aside from that, I find the app to be easy to get used to, and it’s a great app to modernize my car without having to buy a new head unit with Carplay.
Response from developer
Hey, thanks for the review. I have tried to answer your questions below- #1 I will fix the issue with slider in the very next update. #2 The app gets nearby gas station information from Apple Maps, so if you are missing results, it’s probably not in Apple’s system. #3 I will need to see if YT music or Radio Garden provide any third party APIs through which they can connect to the Next app. Apple Music in Spotify do have API support that’s why they their support is present and Tidal for example does not have any third-party API support, so it’s not supported.
Amazing App
Functional and aesthetic, worth every penny
Those complaining about the free version not being fully functional clearly have never used premium apps. Unless you want a bunch of ads plastered over the screen (aside from being stupid ugly this would affect driving experience too), having a paid app is the only way to make a highly functional and visually aesthetic app -nothing new here.
To those complaining about simple fixes like changing it to mph from kph, perhaps try simply googling or at bare minimum try toggling settings before writing a review. It really is not that difficult to work through this app - most changes can be done in two taps
Anyhow, great app would buy/subscribe again
Short free trial
Response from developer
hey, you get 30 minutes of free all access trial with the app, the reason behind this is we do have to incur a cost with every installation. If you want to have a increased free trial limit please connect with me on Twitter @sachineleven
GPS on WiFi iPad Pro works better than companion app
confused
Response from developer
hey, sorry you had to face this issue, I can give you an extended free trial, please connect via twitter @sachineleven
Only a few free minutes to explore the app
Can’t find the settings to change the language also I been trying to change the KPH to MPH and I can’t, besides that is nice.
Response from developer
Hey, To change speed from KPH to MPH- 1. Click on the setting icon on the bottom bar and then click ‘Units and Measurements’ and choose ‘Imperial’ option. To change the language- 1. Click on the setting icon on the bottom bar and then click ‘Language’ and choose the language of your choice. If you have any other questions, kindly get in touch on Twitter @sachineleven. I will be happy to personally assist you there
Epic!
5 min trial
Response from developer
Hi, thanks for your input, we have increased the free trial limit to 30 minutes of app usage. If you have any questions get in touch on twitter @sachineleven
Almost perfect
Other than that this is an awesome app! I’ve been looking for a good car dashboard/infotainment for my iPad screen… I mounted my iPad over my stock infotainment system and have been using it as my infotainment. It’s been awesome, and this app takes it to another level.
App Needs a little more work still and some feature additions soon, but the potential is definitely there.
Response from developer
Hi, thanks for your review. The issue you have reported has been fixed in Next Version 5.7.2. If you still face any issues please feel free to connect via Twitter @sachineleven
Would not recommend to anyone
Guess I have to delete the app as it’s now completely useless.
Response from developer
Hi, we already provide free Next Pro access to all the previous users till 31 November, 2024 and we plan to provide FREE LIFETIME access to Next for all our previous users. This change will be in version 4.2. If you still have any questions connect via Twitter on @sachineleven.
Apple Music support coming?
Response from developer
Hi, happy to inform you that Next Car Dashboard now has Apple Music support in addition to Spotify support. The support for Apple Music was added in version 5.7.3
