24 Feb 17
News

BMW introduces wireless Apple CarPlay

IPhone connecting to a BMW

The German carmaker is not the first to offer Apple CarPlay, but the fact that you no longer need a cable to pair your iPhone with your car’s infotainment system is a world premiere.

In fact, it is OEM Harman that developed the technology – meaning that other carmakers that source equipment from the German in-car infotainment specialist will soon benefit from it as well.

Once connected – making use of Bluetooth and wi-fi – the wireless CarPlay pairing offers the same features as the current system. You can use your phone, play music, control navigation and open mobile office apps by using the car's touch screen or giving vocal commands..

Picture copyright: Harman, 2017  

Authored by: Dieter Quartier