Apple has given us a first glimpse of the next generation of Apple CarPlay, with manufacturers like Porsche, Polestar and Aston Martin signing up to allow for full customisation of the car home screen and dials using the app.
Fastned has launched its new station finding app for Apple CarPlay, with the goal of making fast charging as convenient as possible.
Porsche has unveiled details of its upcoming sixth-generation PCM infotainment system before it's integrated into the 911, Cayenne and Panamera ranges this summer. The developers behind the new-for-2021 Porsche Communication Management system (PCM) have focused on providing swish, simple and clear menus, which evolve the style first seen in the Taycan into a format that features some handy new tech.
Mazda is now offering owners of older vehicles the ability to upgrade their infotainment systems to ones that are compatible with both Apple's CarPlay and Google’s Android Auto. Vehicles equipped with Mazda Connect from the 2014 model year and newer are eligible for a dealer-installed upgrade with smartphone integration capabilities. But it's not a free update.
Sony today announced the AV Center XAV-AX210 at the Mobile Electronics Association's KnowledgeFest 2018. The XAV-AX210 adds iDatalink Maestro support to the 6.4-inch display, which allows you a new way to connect the car's audio without losing the original functionality of the infotainment system
Mazda has announced that its 2018 Mazda 6 mid-size sedan will soon be Apple CarPlay- and Android Auto-compatible = and retrofittable. Beginning in September, dealers will be able to retrofit Touring, Grand Touring, Grand Touring Reserve, and Signature trim levels of its mid-size sedan with a kit that adds Apple and Android compatibility to the automaker's built-in infotainment system.
Mazda has announced it will add Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility to its line-up, though timing is still to be confirmed.
Ford is expanding its SYNC 3 connectivity platform – allowing compatibility of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto – throughout its entire 2017 U.S. vehicle lineup of cars, SUVs, light trucks and electrified vehicles.
Apple today previewed iOS 10, featuring a huge update to Messages that delivers more expressive and animated ways to message friends and family.
Hyundai is adding smartphone integrations to several existing models today, via do-it-yourself installation. The software update compatible with CarPlay and Android Auto is now available at no cost through MyHyundai.com.
