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The IOS 18 update is coming soon to Apple users worldwide and will bring many new features. However, drivers want to know how Apple CarPlay will change with the updated operating system. Naturally, people who use the platform can expect several advances to enhance their diving and navigation while behind the wheel. These features will work for both wireless and regular Apple CarPlay.

Here are three IOS 18 updates people can expect from CarPlay. 

What is Apple CarPlay

Apple CarPlay has been around since 2014. However, some drivers with older vehicles may not know what it does. In a nutshell, CarPlay is a system that brings iPhone functionality to your car. Of course, you can access everything your phone does. However, it makes things like listening to music, navigating, and making calls easier. According to The Drive, about 98 percent of new cars use CarPlay. People can use either the Wireless Apple CarPlay or the wired version. 

Contact photos in CarPlay

With the iOS 18 update, drivers can expect several features from Apple CarPlay. The addition of contact photos is among the most exciting things for people. While this may not sound like much to some, it can make things much easier while in the car for people who don’t use Siri or other voice commands for calls. The photos will also show up in the messaging app. 

Sound recognition will be improved

Driers can also expect the new update for Apple CarPlay to include improvements to sound recognition. In particular, the updates for IOS 18 will include sounds that matter to drivers, such as horns and various sirens. When enabled, a notification will appear on the screen that says what the sound is. 

Siri has a new look

Siri has been around for several years now, and it’s a great feature for drivers as it allows hands-free phone control. Now, it will have a new look that’s less intrusive when listening to your voice. This is one of the ways Apple plans to make using Siri safer for drivers. 

For more reading, check out this article by Allison Barfield about adding CarPlay to older cars.

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