The next generation of CarPlay, known as CarPlay Ultra, has been introduced with a new feature that addresses a major limitation of regular CarPlay.
CarPlay Ultra includes a Radio app that allows users to control AM and FM radio stations directly within CarPlay, eliminating the need to switch between CarPlay and the vehicle's built-in interface.
Along with radio control, CarPlay Ultra also features a Climate app for adjusting temperature and fan speeds from within CarPlay.
Initially rolling out in new and select Aston Martin vehicles in the U.S. and Canada, CarPlay Ultra is set to expand to other automakers globally such as Hyundai, Kia, Genesis, and more in the coming year.