Frequently asked questions
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Getting started
Do I need root?
Yes. KoalaMirror works through root-level injection and needs a Zygisk runtime. Magisk works out of the box; on KernelSU or APatch, the app auto-provisions ReZygisk during deploy.
Do I need a custom ROM or to flash anything?
No. KoalaMirror is a regular APK. Install it, tap Deploy, reboot once — the app provisions everything by itself. No flashing zips, no command line, no computer.
How do I get started?
Root your phone with Magisk, KernelSU, or APatch. Install KoalaMirror, tap Deploy, and reboot. Then connect to your car the way you always do — your Android desktop appears on the head unit.
Is it free to try?
Yes. Every new account gets a 30-day free trial with full functionality — no card required. After the trial, an in-app license keeps projection active. KM Launcher is free.
Compatibility
Which Android versions are supported?
Android 12L through 16 (SDK 32+) with Google Mobile Services, verified against Android Auto 16.7, 16.8, and 17.0 on real devices and emulators.
Does it work with my car?
If your car or aftermarket head unit runs Android Auto, KoalaMirror can project to it. It rides on the standard Android Auto connection your car already supports — nothing is installed on the car side.
Which root solutions are supported?
Magisk, KernelSU, and APatch. A Zygisk runtime is required; if yours doesn't ship one, KoalaMirror auto-provisions ReZygisk during deploy.
KM Launcher
What is KM Launcher?
A minimal, car-friendly home screen and the companion app to KoalaMirror. It stays fully transparent over the projected wallpaper, uses a glove-friendly editable grid, and keeps a fixed low-distraction dark theme.
Can I use the Launcher without KoalaMirror?
Absolutely. It works standalone on any Android 8.0+ device — phones, tablets, aftermarket head units, even wall-mounted panels. No root needed, and it's free.
Privacy & licensing
What data do you collect?
Anonymous diagnostics only — a device profile plus deploy and projection events, with ad personalization disabled. Google sign-in is used solely to issue and verify your license. We never read your contacts, files, photos, or messages.
How many devices can I use?
A license is active on one device at a time. Switching phones? Transfer the license in-app — no support ticket needed.
Is rooting and injection risky?
Root access and system-level modification always deserve respect — only proceed if you know your way around it. KoalaMirror keeps its footprint small: a standard Zygisk module and signed remote configuration, with no changes to your system partition.