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We've known for a while that Elon Musk has no intention to allow CarPlay in Tesla models, but the good news is that the Twitter owner didn't veto a proposal to bring AirPlay to these cars.
AirPlay support in Tesla EVs has been on the table for a very long time (in theory, so has CarPlay, though Musk suggested on several occasions that Apple's screen mirroring system has zero chance of ever making its way to a Tesla).
Musk and the rest of the Tesla executives have been entirely silent on the AirPlay integration, but according to a recent discovery, the feature might be just around the corner.
The latest version of Tesla's iPhone companion app includes a code line that suggests the carmaker is getting ready to enable AirPlay support. The reference reads "allowsAirPlayForMediaPlayback," and confirms that Tesla will allow drivers to listen to music via AirPlay.
In case you wonder what's so special about AirPlay and why it's such a significant addition to the Tesla feature arsenal, it all comes down to its audio quality. AirPlay uses a Wi-Fi connection for streaming audio, allowing for higher quality (AirPlay can also stream videos, but the feature only supports audio in cars).
Nearly all Apple devices come with AirPlay integration, including iPhone and iPad. Once the feature goes live in Tesla cars, you can play music from any of these devices, as the vehicle will play the role of an AirPlay receiver. The sender (the iPhone or the iPad) does not have to pair with the Tesla car, as the content is streamed directly via AirPlay.
While the AirPlay reference suggests the feature's debut is imminent, Tesla refuses to comment on the update, leaving us wondering when the company could bring it to users.
In the meantime, CarPlay continues to be a forbidden fruit in Tesla cars. Apple's screen mirroring system has become a must-have feature for new-car buyers, with the company's statistics showing that nearly eight in ten customers in the United States are looking for CarPlay when ordering a new vehicle.
Tesla is not alone in its resistance against CarPlay, as Rivian is also fully committed to controlling the infotainment system. General Motors recently embraced a similar approach, as the carmaker will drop Android Auto and CarPlay for Android Automotive.
Compared to Tesla and Rivian, GM's strategy is not supposed to provide the company with complete infotainment control but pave the way for a subscription-based model. The strategy will come into effect with the debut of the 2024 Blazer EV and expand to all zero-emission vehicles launching in the coming years. By 2035, GM plans to switch to electric cars for the entire lineup, making the days of Android Auto and CarPlay numbered in its long-term strategy.
Musk and the rest of the Tesla executives have been entirely silent on the AirPlay integration, but according to a recent discovery, the feature might be just around the corner.
The latest version of Tesla's iPhone companion app includes a code line that suggests the carmaker is getting ready to enable AirPlay support. The reference reads "allowsAirPlayForMediaPlayback," and confirms that Tesla will allow drivers to listen to music via AirPlay.
In case you wonder what's so special about AirPlay and why it's such a significant addition to the Tesla feature arsenal, it all comes down to its audio quality. AirPlay uses a Wi-Fi connection for streaming audio, allowing for higher quality (AirPlay can also stream videos, but the feature only supports audio in cars).
Nearly all Apple devices come with AirPlay integration, including iPhone and iPad. Once the feature goes live in Tesla cars, you can play music from any of these devices, as the vehicle will play the role of an AirPlay receiver. The sender (the iPhone or the iPad) does not have to pair with the Tesla car, as the content is streamed directly via AirPlay.
While the AirPlay reference suggests the feature's debut is imminent, Tesla refuses to comment on the update, leaving us wondering when the company could bring it to users.
In the meantime, CarPlay continues to be a forbidden fruit in Tesla cars. Apple's screen mirroring system has become a must-have feature for new-car buyers, with the company's statistics showing that nearly eight in ten customers in the United States are looking for CarPlay when ordering a new vehicle.
Tesla is not alone in its resistance against CarPlay, as Rivian is also fully committed to controlling the infotainment system. General Motors recently embraced a similar approach, as the carmaker will drop Android Auto and CarPlay for Android Automotive.
Compared to Tesla and Rivian, GM's strategy is not supposed to provide the company with complete infotainment control but pave the way for a subscription-based model. The strategy will come into effect with the debut of the 2024 Blazer EV and expand to all zero-emission vehicles launching in the coming years. By 2035, GM plans to switch to electric cars for the entire lineup, making the days of Android Auto and CarPlay numbered in its long-term strategy.
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