Apple CarPlay

  

There are a lot of great technologies available in new cars today. Technology like Apple CarPlay, now available on eleven of our current models, is a smarter and safer way to use your iPhone in your car. It can be a great way to keep you connected in your new Hyundai. 

Apple CarPlay takes integrates features on your iPhone and puts them right on your car's built-in display while you are driving. You can get directions, make and accept calls, send and receive messages, and listen to music, in a way that allows you to stay focused on the road. It's as easy as plugging in your phone and touching the icons on the display screen. 

What Is Apple CarPlay?

Apple CarPlay is a connective technology that allows you to connect your smartphone to your car through an infotainment system. This technology lets you access your phone contacts and text messages so that you can use your smartphone hands-free while you are driving. However, you can connect to more than just the calls and messages on your phone, you can also access other information and apps. For example, you can access music from your phone to play different playlists or artists through your vehicle's stereo. 

You can also use Apple maps through your vehicle to get navigation and turn-by-turn directions so that you don't get lost. Apple CarPlay can predict where you're going using addressed from your email, text messages, contacts, and calendars. You can also search for coffee shops, restaurants, and more while you're driving along. There are also a number of third party apps you can access through Apple CarPlay so that you can do other things like listen to podcasts, audio books, XM radio, and more.

Using Apple CarPlay with your vehicle can be a great way to stay connected to your technology through your vehicle's infotainment system. Apple CarPlay features Siri voice control and is specially designed for driving. It works with your car's controls; the knobs, buttons, touchpad, or the touchscreen. To activate Siri all you need to do is push and hold the voice control button on the steering wheel. Learn more about how to set this up in your vehicle below.

How Do I Set Up Apple CarPlay in My Hyundai?

Apple CarPlay is only available on an iPhone 5 or newer. As stated previously, it's available in eleven Hyundai models. Once you know your phone and vehicle are compatible with Apple CarPlay, you can begin to set things up.

To start, you need to connect your iPhone using a USB cable, note that Apple CarPlay will not work via Bluetooth. After you plug your iPhone in, an icon will appear on your phone's home-screen from here just tap the icon. If it is your first time using Apple CarPlay, a prompt will appear on your phone and you will need to allow your Hyundai vehicle to access Apple CarPlay. All that's left to do is enjoy your music, navigation, and more! 

Rosen Hyundai is your Algonquin Hyundai dealer- we are located at 771 South Randall Road. We have a wide selection of great new and used vehicles that offer you impressive technology, like Apple CarPlay, that forever change your driving experience. If you want to upgrade your vehicle, you can come down to Rosen Hyundai today, and we can even help you set up your Apple CarPlay! Stop by and see us today.