Magic OS Release Notes

Version 0821 – August 21, 2025

This release delivers a major stability update with important fixes to streaming and widget behavior, new sync and display options for enhanced user control, and a wide range of app updates for a better in-car entertainment experience.

Added

• Introduced Audio-Video Sync Options with adjustable delay range (0–500ms).

• YouTube Music can now be updated directly from the Magic Store.

• Ford-specific enhancement: Holding the Home button for 1 second expands the display to full-screen.

• Added confirmation dialog when returning to Magic Home from Wireless CarPlay or Android Auto—ensures Wi-Fi is re-enabled.

• Splitscreen shortcut apps can now be pinned to the app bar for faster multitasking.

Fixed

• Hotfix for Disney+ playback issue.

• Fixed issue where tapping the YouTube Music widget incorrectly launched the APKPure app.

• Resolved problem with Google Maps widget ending navigation when switching apps.

• Fixed Bluetooth audio sound issue.

Updated

• App updates: Hulu, Netflix, Prime Video, Spotify, Waze, YouTube, Disney+, Peacock, Max, ESPN, DirecTV, Fubo, Wireless CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto.

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Version 0620 – June 20, 2025

This update focuses on improving over-the-air update reliability, fixing key connectivity issues, and enhancing system compatibility for a smoother in-car experience.

Added

• Improved Magic OS over-the-air (OTA) functionality for easier and more reliable updates.

• Updated CarPlay protocol to improve compatibility across a wider range of vehicles.

• Updated Magic Store app versions for better performance and functionality.

Fixed

• Resolved sound issues affecting wireless CarPlay and the Magic Home app.

• Fixed Bluetooth connectivity and Bluetooth audio playback reliability.

• Fixed bug related to the warning sign agreement prompt not functioning correctly.

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Version 0523 – May 23, 2025

This release delivers critical fixes for wireless CarPlay functionality, introduces a new system reset option, and adds custom boot video support for more personalization.

Added

• Introduced a hidden button on the warning sign screen to reset the Magic Box 3.0. Press and hold for 5–8 seconds to trigger a system reset.

• Manual update option for boot animation video: place a .mp4 file named bootvideo (under 15 seconds) on the microSD card for automatic playback.

• Updated Magic Store apps with the latest versions.

• Updated CarPlay protocol to enhance vehicle compatibility.

Fixed

• Fixed wireless CarPlay connection issue that caused instability for some users.

• Fixed wireless CarPlay no sound issue.

• Resolved issue where auto-boot into wireless CarPlay or Android Auto incorrectly displayed the warning prompt.

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Version 0407 – April 7, 2025

This version enhances user navigation with accessibility updates, improves clarity in system settings, and introduces split-screen pairing functionality.

Added

• Introduced a quick split-screen pairing app that lets users create app pairs for dual-screen multitasking.

• Added Bluetooth feature descriptions on the Bluetooth page to clarify connection behavior: primary phone connects to MagicBox BT, while secondary devices (e.g., speakers) connect to QCOM.

• Renamed several general settings for improved clarity and added info tooltips:

  • "Widget Mode" → "Streaming Debug Mode"

  • "Widget" → "Interactive Widget App"

  • "HDMI Special Mode" → "HDMI Extend Mode"

Fixed

• Improved sensitivity and responsiveness of the floating accessibility button.

• Floating accessibility button now defaults to a small icon for less screen obstruction.

• Fixed 4G icon status display to correctly show "On" when active.