Latest CarPlay News

BMW adds Apple's CarPlay as $300 upgrade for most models

People able to afford a BMW can now get Apple CarPlay on virtually any new model as a $300 upgrade option, according to the automaker's website.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 14

Sony readies its first aftermarket receiver with Apple CarPlay support

Expanding CarPlay's so-far limited number of aftermarket upgrade options, Sony has announced the XAV-AX100, its first receiver to support the Apple platform.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 20

Apple CarPlay coming to higher-end models of Honda's 2017 Civic Hatchback

Honda on Monday announced that when it launches in North America this fall, the 2017 Civic Hatchback will support Apple CarPlay and Android Auto — though only on higher-end trims.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 23

BMW begins Apple CarPlay support with paid upgrades to 2 Series

Long a holdout, BMW this week finally launched support for Apple's CarPlay by offering the technology as an upgrade option for 2 Series cars.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 29

Hyundai adds Apple CarPlay to 2017 Sonata & Tucson

Two more 2017-model vehicles — the Sonata sedan and Tucson SUV — will be Hyundai's latest to gain support for Apple CarPlay, as well as Google's Android Auto.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 8

Ford brings Apple CarPlay to rest of 2017 lineup through updates & new models

Ford on Monday announced the expansion of support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to all 2017 models equipped with SYNC 3, including vehicles already on the roads, and some only due later this year.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 6

Kia to offer free Apple CarPlay upgrades on select models

Kia on Tuesday announced plans to update some of its fleet with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, marking a rare instance in which older vehicles will get access to the phone link technology.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 15

JVC ships promised KW-V820BT receiver with support for Apple's CarPlay

JVC on Thursday launched the KW-V820BT, its first aftermarket receiver with support for Apple's CarPlay.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 2

Porsche expands Apple CarPlay support with 2017 Panamera

Porsche has announced that its upcoming four-door sedan, the 2017 Panamera, will support Apple's CarPlay technology when the vehicle launches in the U.S. in January.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 6

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