[unable to retrieve full-text content] Filed under: Mazda,Infotainment,Sedan Owners can get already-purchased cars upgraded as well. Continue reading 2018 Mazda 6 gains Apple CarPlay, Android Auto in September 2018 Mazda 6 gains Apple CarPlay, Android Auto in September originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 31 Jul 2018 13:31:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use […]
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Apple CarPlay gaining Google Maps, Waze capability
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Pioneer’s in-dash unit supports both Android Auto Wireless and CarPlay
Android Auto Wireless promises to make vehicle smartphone connections less of a futz, provided you have both a phone and infotainment system that supports it. Google is handling the first part, and Pioneer just announced that it has joined JVCKenwood in offering in-dash receivers with the tech. The three models (the AVIC-W8400NEX, -W6400NEX and -W4400NEX) […]
Lexus’ 2019 ES will be its first model with CarPlay support
Toyota has slowly been entering the modern era with full smartphone integration in its cars, and now it’s time for the company’s upscale Lexus badge. Lexus has revealed that the 2019 ES sedan is its first-ever vehicle to support Apple CarPlay, giving iPhone owners familiar apps and Siri while they ride in style. There’s still […]
WhatsApp is the first third-party messaging service on CarPlay
Today, WhatsApp introduced a new app update that adds compatibility with Carplay. The additional functionality was first noted on the Dutch site iCulture, and it’s automatically available who those who update to version 2.18.20 of the app. WhatsApp users who have a vehicle that is CarPlay enabled can now see unread messages, ask Siri to […]
BMW to Treat Apple CarPlay as a Subscription Service and Charge Customers an Annual Fee
– BMW will turn Apple CarPlay into a subscription service beginning with its 2019-model-year vehicles. – The German automaker currently charges a one-time $ 300 to add Apple CarPlay capability to navigation-equipped BMW models. Going forward, though, navigation-equipped BMWs will come with CarPlay at no charge for one year. Following that first year, customers will need to […]
BMW to switch Apple CarPlay to subscription service
Apple CarPlay is being offered in more and more vehicles, often as standard equipment. BMW, though, charges for it. BMW currently offers CarPlay as a $ 300 option on cars equipped with navigation. This will change, though, as The Verge reports the German automaker will switch to a yearly subscription service. CarPlay will be free […]
Tidal now works with Apple’s CarPlay
Spotify, Google Play Music and the BBC’s iPlayer Radio all work with Apple’s CarPlay. Now Tidal users can get in on the action, too; the company tweeted the compatibility of its streaming app with the iOS-based in-car system. We’re proud to announce that TIDAL is now CarPlay compatible! Get ready to access all your favorite […]
The first motorcycle to use Apple CarPlay has been announced
Enlarge (credit: Honda) Apple CarPlay is moving beyond the car and into the motorcycle. Honda this week announced its new 2018 Gold Wing, the first bike to come equipped with Apple’s infotainment system. It will arrive next February and start at $ 23,500. As noted by CNET’s Road Show blog, CarPlay’s implementation on the Gold […]
BBC iPlayer Radio now plays nice with Carplay and Android Auto
For many, BBC radio is synonymous with driving. When you’re stuck in a traffic jam, holiday road trip or boring post-work commute, sometimes the best company is a never-ending playlist punctuated with cheerful DJ chatter. For the longest time, that’s meant FM airwaves, but now of course you can use the iPlayer Radio app too. […]