Apple continues to improve the experience of use on its devices, and this time it has touched the turn of Carplay, the system that integrates the iPhone with the car to offer a more comfortable, safe and connected driving. With the arrival of the Beta of iOS 18.4a small but useful update has been discovered that promises to make a difference for many drivers.
Although it may seem a minor change, it has the potential to transform the way users interact with their iPhone while they are behind the wheel, improving accessibility and reducing distractions.
New Carplay function in iOS 18.4 Beta
The main novelty of this update is the inclusion of a Third row of icons on the Carplay screen. Until now, Carplay showed only two rows of icons, which forced drivers to slide between the different pages to access all their applications. With this third row, those who have vehicles that have large central screens can see more applications at the same time. In this way, quick access to the most used functions is facilitated and we have everything much more by hand, never better. It is a small change that although it can go unnoticed, for many users it can be a great improvement in terms of comfort and security, since it will prevent you from having to interact with the screen while you conduct more than necessary.
Of course, this novelty will not be available for all cars. According to the tests performed, only the vehicles with large screens They can take advantage of this improvement. For example, it has been proven that a Toyota Tundra with a screen of up to 14 inches shows the third row of icons without problems. On the other hand, in cars with smaller screens, such as a Honda Civic with a 9 -inch screen, Carplay continues to show only the two traditional rows. Even so, this update shows that Apple is listening to users and is trying to adapt its technology to the needs of each driver.
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New in iOS 18.4 Beta
Carplay – Added Third Row of Icons On The Home Screen
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When iOS 18.4 leaves
This improvement, although it is something secondary and “simple”, is an important advance in the Carplay user experience. Being able to see more applications at the same time, the need to slide between menus is reduced, which in practice translates into a safer driving, minimizing distractions. You can quickly access music, navigation maps, calls or messages, so driving and being connected will be easier for those who have compatible screens, making each journey more fluid and efficient.
Apple plans to launch iOS 18.4 to the general public In the early Aprilonce the beta test period ends. This means that very soon users can enjoy this little but significant improvement in Carplay, unless the beta installs on your iPhone and immediately enjoy this novelty. Without a doubt, it is another step in Apple's commitment to offer smarter and more personalized driving experiences. This update reinforces the Carplay position as one of the mobile integration systems for the most complete cars in the market, and makes it clear that Apple continues to bet on polishing every detail.
