It’s no secret that cars are becoming more and more advanced with each passing year. With features like lane departure warning, blind-spot assist, and keyless entry becoming standard on even the most basic vehicles, keeping up with all the changes can be tricky. But one of the most exciting new advancements in-car technology is Apple CarPlay. In this piece, Carl Cannon will take a closer look at what this innovative new system is all about and how it could change the way you use your car.
Apple CarPlay: What is it?
Well, Apple CarPlay is a feature that allows you to connect your iPhone to your car’s entertainment system to access your music, messages, maps, and other apps while you’re driving. It integrates with Siri to voice command all of your actions, and it’s designed to be as safe and easy to operate as possible so that you can keep your eyes on the road. Here are the features we loved about it:
1. Seamless Compatibility
Compatibility is always a big issue with new technology. Still, Apple has made sure that CarPlay will work with any car with a Lightning connector (the same one that you use to charge your iPhone). That means that even if your car is a few years old, you can still take advantage of this new system.
2. Intuitive Interface
The interface for CarPlay is designed to be as user-friendly as possible. Everything is displayed on your car’s touch screen, and the icons are all large and easy to see. The home screen contains shortcuts to your most-used apps, and you can access the rest of your apps by swiping to the left.
3. Navigation Made Easy
One of the most useful features of CarPlay is its built-in navigation. With Apple Maps, you can get turn-by-turn directions. CarPlay will even estimate your arrival time based on traffic conditions. If you’d instead use a different navigation app, like Google Maps or Waze, you can do that.
4. Immediate App Support
CarPlay is compatible with many popular apps, including music apps like Pandora and Spotify and audiobook apps like Audible. You can also use it to send text messages hands-free, thanks to supporting popular messaging apps like WhatsApp and iMessage. And, of course, you can forever make phone calls using CarPlay.
5. Updates, Updates Everywhere!
One of the best things about CarPlay is that it’s constantly updated with new features and support for new apps. So even if your automobile doesn’t have the latest and greatest infotainment system, as long as it supports CarPlay, you’ll be able to take advantage of the latest and greatest that Apple offers.
Our Take
So far, Apple CarPlay has been well-received by drivers and carmakers alike. It’s a much more intuitive and user-friendly alternative to traditional infotainment systems. And with Apple’s commitment to constantly updating the platform, it’s only going to get better over time.
If you’re searching the market for a new car and want to future-proof your entertainment needs, be sure to check out Apple CarPlay. This technology is quickly becoming the standard in-car entertainment, and Carl Cannon Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac is proud to offer it in our vehicles.
Give us a call or stop by our dealership, serving in Gardendale, AL, today and we’ll be happy to show you how CarPlay works – we think you’ll love it!
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