However, at this point, no official announcement has been made, and time is beginning to run against us, as there are only 11 days left until the end of the year.
New Apple CarPlay in 2024?
Just a year ago, Apple fulfilled its promise by revealing the first manufacturers that would adopt next-generation CarPlay. It was on December 20, 2023 when Porsche and Aston Martin became the first brands confirmed to integrate this revolutionary driving experience.
Now, in 2024, Apple has its followers in suspense again. For months, its official website has reiterated that the first models equipped with the new CarPlay would arrive this year. But, with just over a week left until the end of December, the official announcement of the launch is still conspicuous by its absence.
There are two possible scenarios: either Apple is preparing a last-minute announcement together with manufacturers such as Porsche, Aston Martin or another major brand, or the plans have suffered a delay which is not yet reflected on their website. The lack of updates on its official page, which still says “First models arrive in 2024”, generates uncertainty, but also hope that the company will fulfill its promise at the last minute, as it did last year.
Apple will likely maintain its style of building suspense until the end, leaving open the possibility of an announcement in the coming days. Otherwise, the key phrase on your website could soon change to something like “arriving in 2025” or simply “coming soon.”
The new CarPlay promises to be much more than a complementary screen for the car. Apple defines it as “the ultimate iPhone experience for the car”fully integrating with all the vehicle screens, including the instrument panel.
What is the new CarPlay like?
Among its most notable features are:
- Design adapted to each brand: The interface reflects the identity of the manufacturer, combining the style of the car with the functionalities of the iPhone.
- Full vehicle control: From CarPlay you can manage essential functions such as the radio or air conditioning.
- Advanced customization: Drivers will be able to choose custom widgets and layouts for the dashboard, creating a unique experience for each user.
This level of integration promises to transform the way we interact with our vehicles, offering a more complete connection between car and iPhone.
The possibility of a last-minute announcement remains on the table. If Apple manages to launch the first vehicles with next-generation CarPlay before the end of the year, it will keep its promise and meet the deadlines it initially assured, even if it does so in a hurry.
For now, tech fans will have to wait and keep checking Apple’s CarPlay page in hopes that confirmation will arrive soon.
