<p>Drive into the world of Apple CarPlay as hosts Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard provide a comprehensive visual tour of this automotive technology, explaining how it works, what it can do, and how to customize it for your driving needs.</p><ul> <li><strong>What is CarPlay?</strong> - CarPlay is an extension of your iPhone that projects to your car's display, not software installed by car manufacturers.</li> <li><strong>Connection Types</strong> - Available in both wired (USB) and wireless versions, with wireless CarPlay using a combination of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.</li> <li><strong>CarPlay Interface</strong> - The interface includes a dashboard with maps, media controls, and customizable app icons that can be organized based on frequency of use.</li> <li><strong>App Management</strong> - Users can control which apps appear in CarPlay through Settings > General > CarPlay on their iPhone, removing distracting apps like Zoom or Teams.</li> <li><strong>CarPlay Settings</strong> - In-car settings include options for driving focus mode, message announcements, appearance (light/dark mode), wallpaper selection, and accessibility features.</li> <li><strong>Accessibility Features</strong> - Options include bold text, color filters for colorblindness, voice control using iPhone's microphone, and sound recognition for car horns and sirens.</li> <li><strong>Apple Intelligence Integration</strong> - New feature allows Siri to remain on screen without blocking the map view, plus automatic message sending.</li> <li><strong>Siri Suggestions</strong> - Calendar events, HomeKit controls, and other contextual suggestions appear on the dashboard and can be toggled on/off.</li> <li><strong>Third-Party Apps</strong> - Apps like Carrot Weather are now available for CarPlay, showing weather information while driving.</li></ul> <p>Feedback</p><ul> <li><strong>iTunes Match Question</strong> - Bill asked what happens if he discontinues iTunes Match. Will his music be safe even if he hasn't downloaded it all?</li></ul> <p><strong>Hosts:</strong> <a href="https://twit.tv/people/mikah-sargent">Mikah Sargent</a> and <a href="https://twit.tv/people/rosemary-orchard">Rosemary Orchard</a></p> <p>Contact <em>iOS Today</em> at <a href="mailto:iOSToday@twit.tv">iOSToday@twit.tv</a>.</p> <p>Download or subscribe to <em>iOS Today</em> at <a href="https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today">https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today</a></p> <p>Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? <strong>Become a member of Club TWiT today!</strong> <a href="https://twit.tv/clubtwit">https://twit.tv/clubtwit</a></p> <p><a href="https://twit.tv/clubtwit">Club TWiT</a> members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the <a href="https://twit.memberful.com/account/discord/authorize">Club TWiT Discord</a>.</p>
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Published: 2025-03-20 10:00:00