1、car play Overview
car play is essentially a smart in-vehicle system developed by apple, seamlessly integrating the i OS operating system into the car's infotainment system and dashboard. The system projects various functions of i phone onto the in-car display, allowing drivers to use core features such as making calls, sending messages, playing music, and navigating safely and conveniently while driving, thus achieving intelligent interconnectivity between mobile devices and the in-vehicle system.
2. Interface optimization: more icons, more convenient driving
apple recently released i OS 18.4, which includes many cool new features and upgrades worth trying out. What apple didn't mention is that this update also makes some optimizations to car play, which can improve your overall driving experience provided you have the right car.
According to relevant reports, the i OS 18.4 system has now added an extra row of icons to the car play interface for some models. Previously, the interface typically showed only two rows of icons, but after the update, it has expanded to three rows. This change means that users can conveniently access more applications on a single screen, significantly enhancing operational convenience.
During driving, frequently operating the screen is far from ideal, especially when switching between different screens and menus, which can easily distract the driver. The i OS 18.4 system adds a row of icons to the car play interface for some models, allowing drivers to instantly access more information without frequent interface changes. This reduces the likelihood of distraction caused by screen operations and shifting attention away from road conditions ahead, providing stronger assurance for safe driving.
3. Support NACS and expand the route planning of electric vehicles
Another significant change brought by I OS 18.4 is reflected in the apple maps. In this version, the apple maps's electric vehicle route planning function now supports the North American Charging System (NACS), also known as the Tesla charger.
The electric vehicle route planning integrates apple maps navigation functions with the vehicle's battery status intelligently. The system can calculate battery range based on real-time routes and automatically plan the optimal charging scheme when the battery is low, precisely incorporating charging stations along the way into the navigation route, further enhancing the travel convenience for electric vehicle users.
Currently, the application scope of electric vehicle route planning features remains somewhat limited. Apple has explicitly stated that the specific usability of this feature will vary by country or region. Based on available information, the only compatible models so far are Ford's F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E electric vehicles. Therefore, the practical application scenarios for this feature are still significantly restricted at this stage.
4、sum up
I OS 18.4 brings interface optimization and feature expansion to car play. A new row of icons makes operations more convenient, reducing the risk of driver distraction; electric vehicle route planning supports NACS, enhancing travel convenience, though currently limited to compatible models. Overall, this upgrade provides users with a safer and smarter driving experience.
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