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Apple is looking to expand the functions of CarPlay by introducing new technology that will let iPhone gadgets control a cars climate-control system, speedometer, radio, seats, and more. The initiative, known as “IronHeart” internally, is still in its early stages and would require the cooperation of automakers.

Apple wants to improve the abilities of CarPlay, but it'll need carmakers to be on board with it all first.

The iPhone-based system could access a range of controls, sensors, and settings

Apple Inc., whose CarPlay interface is used by millions of motorists to control music, get directions and make phone calls, is looking to expand its reach within cars. 

Apple is looking to expand CarPlay's functionality to include controls for core car functions such as the air conditioning system, radio,...

While CarPlay is generally considered a rather stable and reliable application, especially given Apple’s walled garden that doesn’t allow for too many things to go wrong, it doesn’t necessarily mean the experience offered to customers is always flawless.

autoevolution by 6 photos The release of iOS 14 last fall, for example, came to resolve part of the problem, as it unlocked CarPlay to more app categories, including third-party EV tools and parking solutions. But on the other hand, it goes without saying that the number of apps currently available on CarPlay doesn’t even compare to the one published in the App Store, and it’s all for a good reason: CarPlay apps need to be optimized for the car experience, so the likes of Netflix and YouT...

Someone Integrated a 12.9-Inch iPad Pro in the 2015 Ford F-150, It Looks Magical 9 Apr 2021, 13:16 UTC · by 6 photos In other words, instead of sticking with apps that are only optimized for driving, you can install and run pretty much anything you find in the Google Play Store and Apple’s App Store, including the likes of Netflix and HBO Max. But of course, you shouldn’t use them while driving, though they still come in super handy when parked and waiting to pick up your kids from s...

2018 Toyota 4Runner Upgraded with a 12.9-Inch iPad Pro Looks Like New-Gen Magic 9 Jan 2021, 19:40 UTC · by While CarPlay is for many a system that comes in very handy when getting behind the wheel, others aren’t necessarily so big fans for one very simple reason: the limited number of apps they can install and use in the car. 6 photos While Apple has promised to further expand the app portfolio on CarPlay with new categories, it goes without saying you can’t even compare the number o...