Apple showed up new features coming to CarPlay back at WWDC in June including the ability to control Pandora and Waze with Siri. We’re still awaiting the big iOS 13 update from Waze, but Pandora has just released the new version of its music player for iPhone. more… The post Pandora Music now works with…
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Apple upgraded CarPlay in iOS 12 with support for third-party navigation apps including Google Maps and Waze, allowing drivers to use alternatives to Apple Maps for the first time. CarPlay has an even bigger update in iOS 13 with the introduction of Dashboard, new apps, and updates to existing apps. more… The post Previewing CarPlay…
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A number of BMW owners are unable to access Apple’s CarPlay from their in-car infotainment systems after the German marque’s ConnectedDrive subscription service suffered an outage early this week. AppleInsider – Frontpage News
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Once an expensive niche option — and still that way, in some cases — CarPlay is becoming increasingly common on new cars, trucks, and SUVs, as well as aftermarket receivers. Here’s a roundup of the introductions in 2018 so far, the latest being Toyota’s 2019 Camry and Sienna models. AppleInsider – Frontpage News
As smartphones near peak saturation in developed markets, new data suggests in-car infotainment systems like Apple’s CarPlay are quickly transitioning from a nice-to-have option to required feature for new vehicle buyers. AppleInsider – Frontpage News
After being touted as a CarPlay partner for over 3 years, Mazda today officially announced its plans to bring Apple’s in-car system to its vehicles. Mazda made the announcement at the New York International Auto Show, which has brought a handful of CarPlay announcements already… more… 9to5Mac
Apple CarPlay is hands-down the safest way to interact with your iPhone in the car. That’s because you never actually touch your iPhone while driving — something you should never ever do anyway — and instead you control navigation, communication, and entertainment with Siri and a simplified interface on your car’s screen. But what if…
Apple has teamed up with Volkswagen and Fiat Chrysler to offer a new perk for customers buying certain CarPlay-equipped cars. From May, eligible vehicles will come with a 6 month Apple Music trial, which typically runs $ 9.99 per month. Apple has partnered with Volkswagen in Europe and Fiat in the US to giveaway these extended…
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Today we’ve got a fun story out of Apple Park, the latest new CarPlay option, HP pushing Apple products, and a stunning story about Apple Watch. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/02/9to5mac-daily-02-16-2018.mp3 more… 9to5Mac
One long-standing criticism of Apple’s CarPlay system is the lack of support for traditional AM/FM radio. At CES 2018, however, media indexing company Gracenote is aiming to fill that void… more… 9to5Mac
iHeartRadio is expanding its CarPlay application. The company announced today that it is adding support for podcasts to the app, alongside several new features that make the podcast experience as seamless as possible… more… 9to5Mac
Honda has added another pickup truck — the 2018 Ridgeline — to its stable of vehicles compatible with Apple’s CarPlay, which bridges Siri and iPhone apps with with dash interfaces. AppleInsider – Frontpage News
Two major automakers, Jeep and Porsche, this week announced early details on new vehicles supporting Apple’s CarPlay — the latter company offering the platform on an unusually large 12.3-inch touchscreen. AppleInsider – Frontpage News
Hyundai on Monday signaled the arrival of Apple CarPlay on 2015 and 2016 models of the Azera, as well as 2016 versions of the Veloster and Sonata Hybrid/Plug-In Hybrid. AppleInsider – Frontpage News