JAKARTA - Apple is again presenting a refresher for CarPlay in the iOS 18.4 update! Even though the second generation CarPlay is still under development, Apple continues to provide a new touch to the existing CarPlay. After previously adding the Apple Intelligence feature and support for the NACS route for Ford electric cars, now there are three new features that have officially launched.
1. Rows of Application Icons Increase to Three Lines
One of CarPlay's challenges is to adjust the appearance to the various sizes of the car's head unit screen. Now, with iOS 18.4, CarPlay can display three rows of app icons, specifically for vehicles with large extra infotainment screens. This certainly makes access to favorite apps faster and more comfortable, especially for luxury car users with jumbo screens!
2. Sports Application Now Available On CarPlay
Sports fans will be happy with this update! Apple has released a new API that allows sports score apps to appear on CarPlay. Start iOS 18.4, applications that present match scores can be integrated directly into the CarPlay display. So, you can keep updating with your favorite team score while driving. Even though it takes time for third-party apps to adopt this feature, many users hope that Apple Sports will soon get official support.
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3. Settings of Default Navigation Apps in the European Union
Good news for users in Europe! With iOS 18.4, users in the European Union can now set their choice of navigation apps as default, no longer have to use Apple Maps. Want to use Google Maps or Waze? Just set it in settings, and Siri will automatically use the app of your choice when giving navigation commands, such as "Take me to..." This feature promises a more flexible and complicated driving experience.
Although these new features may not be too pronounced for all users, especially those using cars with small screens or outside Europe the presence of these updates remains positively welcomed. While waiting for CarPlay 2's official launch, any improvement in CarPlay's current version is a step forward that deserves appreciation.
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