New applications to better control the car and the brands to which new generation Apple CarPlay will arrive in March 2024
The iOS 17.4 beta came with some big new features, one of them being the new app store alternative to the App Store. Another is given on the Cupertino website to confirm which vehicles will benefit from next-gen CarPlay support throughout 2024.
The new generation of CarPlay automatically makes us think of the Apple Car
Concretely, there is no precise date for the arrival of CarPlay on these vehicles. They were supposed to arrive at the end of 2023 but Apple changed this speech to a subtle “The first models will arrive in 2024”. In the code of the first beta of iOS 17.4, we could find references to 8 new applications. These discoveries were made by MacRumors contributors Aaron Perris and Steve Moser.
Next-generation CarPlay will come to Porsche and Aston Martin models in 2024
Camera and weather like on iPhone or iPad, The camera is angled to show the view from behind the vehicle. The air conditioning can be seen with its controls inside the vehicle. You can adjust the air conditioning or heating temperature, fan speed, among others.
The bone Such an important media since you will control access to the radio, an Internet media option called SiriusXM is being considered. A list of hits and additional music genres will be included. Will you use it given that Apple Music or Spotify exist?
On the other hand, automatic configuration is very interesting. Paired iPhones can be managed in addition to other car settings. Charge which would be like a Battery application, only for electric vehicles. It will display the battery’s charging status and level, as well as the time remaining until it is fully charged.
Closures and tire pressurethe first will display warning symbols and if one of the doors is not closed properly, the second will display tire air pressure and alert of low pressure and classic punctures.
Which car models will support next-gen CarPlay?
A new on-screen ad and compatible cars
The iOS 17.4 beta left an interesting signal when the driver turns off the car. A “Goodbye” screen will be displayed immediately afterwards as a farewell signal.. It recalls “Hello” when starting iPhone, iPad and Mac in the first configuration.
The theme design and color palette are fully customizable, in addition to the appearance of the instruments. It will be an incredible experience since it will be like having a second iPhone in the car. This is undoubtedly an anticipated version of CarPlay, announced since June 2022.
The interface is adaptable to specific car models, including the identity of the manufacturer. For example, Aston Martin has confirmed that early this year it will launch its vehicles with the new generation of CarPlay.
Brands where next-generation CarPlay will be available include Acura, Audi, Ford, Honda, Infiniti, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lincoln, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Polestar, Porsche, Renault and Volvo. In the first days of March we will have more details on the complete CarPlay news, something that will undoubtedly revolutionize the way we interact with a car. Will this make us think of the Apple Car?
