![]() ![]() The main Apple apps dominate the first page - swipe across and you'll see all the third-party apps available on your device. The basic layout remains the same across car manufacturers. ![]() ![]() CarPlay can adapt to various screen configurations, whether they're in portrait or landscape. Once you've connected your iOS device via Lightning (or wirelessly if you own a compatible BMW) all compatible apps stored on your device are presented as they would be on the screen of your iPhone. How do you connect Apple CarPlay?ĬarPlay as viewed on the 2021 Audi A4 (Image credit: Future)Īll the action happens through the main in-car display. It really depends on the car manufacturer and model.Īnother route for adding CarPlay to an older car is to go for an aftermarket installation - manufacturers such as Pioneer, JBL, Kenwood and Alpine all offer their own CarPlay head units. If you're going down the second-hand route, you might be able to retrofit CarPlay for a fee if it's not in the spec of the car. Thankfully, most manufacturers are now providing CarPlay support as standard and BMW finally ditched its subscription model in December 2019. ![]() You could either pay a lump sum as a one-off fee for lifetime CarPlay support, or you were charged an annual subscription. When CarPlay was introduced by BMW back in 2016, it had a subscription model. When CarPlay initially rolled out, it tended to be an optional extra, so you'd need to factor in additional funds. Cars with CarPlay are available from Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Ferrari, Jaguar, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Porsche, Seat, Volkswagen and Volvo. Currently, there are over 40 manufacturers with CarPlay-compatible cars, with the system available on well over 500 models. ![]()
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