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Pandora CFO says service coming to CarPlay, calls Apple 'frenemy'

When CarPlay debuted in 2014, Internet radio service Pandora, seemingly a perfect fit for an iOS-based automotive system, was conspicuously absent from Apple's list of launch partners. That may soon change, according to one Pandora executive.

AppleInsider Staff 11 years ago 12

Apple Inc drives CarPlay adoption deep into the auto industry, including China [u]

Apple now lists every major carmaker as a "committed partner" for CarPlay, including every company that produces more than a million cars per year—with the notable exception of China's state owned, "big four" vehicle producers (and those manufacturers largely sell models in joint ventures with Apple's CarPlay partners).

Daniel Eran Dilger 11 years ago 27

Apple's CarPlay supported by all 'major' manufacturers, coming to 40 new car models this year

Apple on Monday announced its iOS-based infotainment system CarPlay will be incorporated into 40 new car models made by major automotive manufacturers in 2015, expanding the nascent platform's footprint.

AppleInsider Staff 11 years ago 4

Apple provides developers with new iOS 8.3 beta, adds fixes for CarPlay functionality

The second beta of iOS 8.3 was released to developers on Monday, fixing a bug found in previous versions that could cause issues when connecting to a CarPlay-enabled vehicle infotainment unit.

AppleInsider Staff 11 years ago 11

Apple CarPlay partner Toyota not planning to add support any time soon - report

Despite being among the first automakers to sign on with Apple's CarPlay initiative, Japanese marque Toyota is reportedly planning to stick with its own in-house infotainment system for the foreseeable future.

AppleInsider Staff 11 years ago 133

Apple reportedly learning how to develop self-driving electric cars

In the latest high-profile claim surrounding Apple's rumored electric car project, Reuters on Saturday cited sources who believe the company has been interacting with automotive suppliers and car manufactures in an attempt to learn how to develop an autonomous car.

Katie Marsal 11 years ago 185

Automotive executives being recruited for 'top-secret' project at Apple [u]

Rumors of a new vehicle-related project underway at Apple continue to surface, with yet another report claiming on Friday that the company has been on a hiring spree for its secret new initiative.

Neil Hughes 11 years ago 64

iOS 8.3 beta introduces wireless support for Apple's CarPlay, improves emoji keyboard

The forthcoming release of iOS 8.3 will enable wireless CarPlay support, removing the requirement for iPhones to be connected to head units through a Lightning cable. It also includes a revised emoji keyboard that allows users to scroll and browse more easily.

AppleInsider Staff 11 years ago 23

Chevy's 2016 Volt hybrid electric car will feature support for Apple's CarPlay

Chevrolet took the wraps off its new 2016 Volt at the North American International Auto Show on Monday, revealing that the next-generation electric vehicle will feature support for Apple's CarPlay in its infotainment system.

AppleInsider Staff 11 years ago 22

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