Subaru adds Apple CarPlay support to upcoming 2018 Legacy

Ahead of next week's Chicago Auto Show, Subaru on Thursday announced the 2018 Legacy, just its second vehicle to support Apple's CarPlay platform, which brings Siri and iOS apps to dash interfaces.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 12

Class-action suit demands Apple add lock-out system to iPhone to prevent texting while driving

A new class action lawsuit filed in California seeks to force Apple into adding features to the iPhone that will help prevent drivers from texting while behind the wheel, while also alleging Apple is putting profit before consumer safety.

Malcolm Owen 9 years ago 83

Is Apple getting Siri-ous in the face of Amazon's Alexa Echo?

There's a new gold rush in tech, related to voice assistance and a voice-first interface for everything we do at home, in the car and while out and about. What happens if the world's best positioned, most profitable tech company fails to capitalize on it?

Daniel Eran Dilger 9 years ago 154

Hands-on: Alpine's splash-proof Apple CarPlay unit targets Jeep Wrangler owners

Perhaps the most unique take on CarPlay we saw at this year's Consumer Electronics Show came from Alpine, which has added Apple's automotive interface to its ruggedized infotainment systems for Jeep Wrangler owners.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 4

Alpine announces iLX-107 in-dash receiver with wireless Apple CarPlay

Drivers will be able to ditch their Lightning cable and still use Apple's CarPlay with the new Alpine iLX-107 in-car infotainment system, featuring a 7-inch touchscreen and built-in AM/FM receiver.

Sam Oliver 9 years ago 13

Clarion NX807 car audio head unit launched, with Apple CarPlay support

At the Consumer Electronics Show, Clarion Corporation has revealed the NX807, a double-DIN in-dash 7-inch multimedia source unit, boasting Apple CarPlay support.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 4

Ford, Toyota herald new members on board with Apple CarPlay-opposing industry group

Auto manufacturers Ford and Toyota are welcoming new members to its SmartDeviceLink Consortium, in an effort to stop Apple's CarPlay and Google Auto from gaining any more traction in the market.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 50

Honda rolls out 2017 CR-V with support for Apple's CarPlay

Honda on Wednesday launched the 2017 CR-V, adding another vehicle to its roster compatible with Apple's CarPlay platform.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 12

Apple tops 200 CarPlay-ready vehicles with 50 more roster entries

Thanks to the addition of another 50 models, Apple is now touting over 200 vehicles ready for CarPlay, its automotive platform extending the iPhone interface to dash displays.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 33

US regulators ask smartphone makers to implement function-limited 'driver mode'

Federal auto safety regulators looking to cut down on smartphone-related accidents and fatalities are asking device manufacturers like Apple and Samsung to develop and include a so-called "driver mode" in their products, a function-limited operating configuration akin to existing airplane mode settings.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 40

Jeep joins support for Apple CarPlay with 2017 Compass

At this week's Los Angeles Auto Show, Fiat Chrysler's Jeep division revealed its first vehicle with support for Apple CarPlay built in, the 2017 Compass.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 7

Audi, Kia & Genesis announce new vehicles ready for Apple's CarPlay

Several automakers have announced new CarPlay-ready vehicles in anticipation of this week's Los Angeles Auto Show, among them Kia, and luxury brands Audi and Genesis.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 12

Honda announces that the 2017 Pilot EX will support Apple's CarPlay, Android Auto

Automotive manufacturer Honda has announced that Android Auto and Apple's CarPlay will be implemented in higher-end 2017 Pilot models.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 15

BMW's 2017 5 Series Sedan to be first car with support for wireless CarPlay

BMW on Thursday took the wraps off its upcoming 5 Series Sedan, and in doing so announced the model will be the first car to boast Apple's wireless CarPlay infotainment solution when it ships in February.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 32

Fiat Chrysler adds Apple's CarPlay to 2017 Charger, Challenger & 300 models

Through a new Uconnect 4.0 dash interface, Fiat Chrysler is adding three 2017-model vehicles to its lineup supporting Apple's CarPlay platform: the Chrysler 300, the Dodge Charger and the Dodge Challenger.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 3

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