Polestar's Upgrade Brings Apple CarPlay & YouTube
Kitai LinkedIn Twitter YouTube
CarPlay has now enabled the projection of Apple Maps in the vehicle's gauge cluster, offering a preview of the latest version released by Apple last year.
Polestar has released new software that allows Polestar 2 owners to easily watch streaming video while their cars are charging. Additionally, the update offers an improved version of Apple CarPlay with the ability to project Apple Maps onto the instrument cluster.
This last feature is intriguing; it might give us a sneak peek of what Apple's updated CarPlay, which can show multiple displays across the dashboard, could be like.
P2.9 is Polestar's 15th OTA upgrade since the year began, signifying the rising reliance of car manufacturers on updates like these to equip their vehicles with the state-of-the-art in infotainment technology. Such advancements as streaming videos, games, and other conveniences are now features that connected cars possess.
YouTube is a notable part of the Polestar 2, as it marks the debut of Google's video streaming platform in vehicles. Polestar is among a select few automakers that use Android Automotive, Google's dedicated OS for automobiles.
Until last month, YouTube was not included in the native Android OS. However, Google has now announced they will be rolling out the app to vehicles with Android Automotive, beginning with Volvo and Polestar cars.
CarPlay is set to get an upgrade on Polestar vehicles with the release of a new OTA update. Last year was the first time the Swedish automaker included it in their cars, but thanks to this update, users can look forward to improved functionality. Polestar promises that more features will be made available.
Phone calls can be answered with steering wheel controls while using CarPlay, with Apple Maps displayed on the gauge cluster behind the wheel - a unique occasion for CarPlay to be occupying two screens simultaneously.
Apple had promised to bring an innovative phone projection system to the forefront of in-car technology, with better integration and support for multiple displays. Nevertheless, the release has been sluggish, and many car manufacturers have indicated that they will be moving on from CarPlay. To this end, General Motors declared earlier in 2020 that its new electric lineup would no longer include CarPlay or Android Auto.
Finally, Polestar is modernising the Range Assistant app to give drivers a more precise view of their energy consumption. They announced that the upgraded algorithm for the predicted range shown by the app has been altered to "consider changes in external and other conditions that have an effect on efficiency."
READ MORE: Polestar And Candela Unveil Game-Changing Flying Boat
For more stories subscribe to our Newsletter
READ MORE
2 EV Stocks Under $10 With Big Potential / Polestar & NIO
In the first quarter of 2023, Cathie Wood opted to part ways with Chinese EV company NIO Inc. (NYSE:NIO). ARK Investment Management sold a total of 336,347 shares of the stock during this period. Since then, this stock has dropped by 45% which could explain why Wood was no longer interested in holding it. Yet, she remains highly optimistic about Tesla Inc.
Polestar CEO Prefers EV Features Over Range
Designer-turned-CEO Thomas Ingenlath questions the importance of efficiency, emphasising "brilliant new ideas". Polestar CEO said he would give up some of the efficiency and range of an electric car to ensure it has a distinctive visual identity.
The New 2024 BMW i5 5-Series
The most powerful member of the new 5-series sedan family is the i5 M60 xDrive, boasting a whopping 590 horsepower - and it's electric! The 530i and 540i models are still available, powered by gas.
YouTube channel
Thank you for reading.
Member discussion