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The app ecosystems available on Android Auto and CarPlay are significantly expanding, and after a series of high-profile releases, it's now the turn of a very popular weather app to get support for Apple's car-optimized experience.
MyRadar Weather Radar, one of the most popular weather apps currently on the App Store, will soon get an update that'll enable the weather forecast on CarPlay.
The parent company's CEO shared the news on Twitter, revealing that the CarPlay support is already in the works. An ETA is not available right now, but given the work is currently underway, one of the next few updates should bring us the CarPlay interface.
The announcement does not include any specifics, but a screenshot revealing an early interface suggests the application will include a radar to check out the weather conditions for a specific route. In other words, you'll be able to define a route (like you'd configure your navigation app) and then see the weather forecast on your way to the destination.
The interface seems straightforward and easy to use, so MyRadar will make it a lot more convenient to determine if you'll likely encounter any rain during your trip. Additional features will almost certainly be included, but we'll just have to wait for more information from the parent company.
Similar capabilities are already available on CarPlay thanks to Weather on the Way, an application that offers the forecast for a configured route. It'll certainly be interesting to see how MyRadar will set itself apart from the rest of the crowd, especially as I expect more apps to release CarPlay versions in the coming months.
As I said earlier, the app ecosystem keeps growing thanks to Google and Apple lifting more restrictions and allowing more software on their car-optimized platforms.
CarPlay has become a must-have feature for a significant number of drivers. Apple's data indicates that nearly 8 in 10 U.S. car buyers will only consider a specific model if it has CarPlay. Otherwise, they're ready to switch brands.
As a result, General Motors' decision to give up on Android Auto and CarPlay and go all-in on Android Automotive could backfire in the most awful way. The carmaker says it'll provide customers with a significantly upgraded experience, but even so, running CarPlay is considered the more convenient option because everybody has a phone in their pockets.
The first model to make the full transition to Android Automotive (and therefore blocking Android Auto and CarPlay) is the 2024 Bolt EV, so it won't take long before we find out if GM's controversial decision impacts sales. However, the carmaker shows no intention of reversing its strategy, as it's fully committed to Android Automotive in the long term.
The parent company's CEO shared the news on Twitter, revealing that the CarPlay support is already in the works. An ETA is not available right now, but given the work is currently underway, one of the next few updates should bring us the CarPlay interface.
The announcement does not include any specifics, but a screenshot revealing an early interface suggests the application will include a radar to check out the weather conditions for a specific route. In other words, you'll be able to define a route (like you'd configure your navigation app) and then see the weather forecast on your way to the destination.
The interface seems straightforward and easy to use, so MyRadar will make it a lot more convenient to determine if you'll likely encounter any rain during your trip. Additional features will almost certainly be included, but we'll just have to wait for more information from the parent company.
Similar capabilities are already available on CarPlay thanks to Weather on the Way, an application that offers the forecast for a configured route. It'll certainly be interesting to see how MyRadar will set itself apart from the rest of the crowd, especially as I expect more apps to release CarPlay versions in the coming months.
As I said earlier, the app ecosystem keeps growing thanks to Google and Apple lifting more restrictions and allowing more software on their car-optimized platforms.
CarPlay has become a must-have feature for a significant number of drivers. Apple's data indicates that nearly 8 in 10 U.S. car buyers will only consider a specific model if it has CarPlay. Otherwise, they're ready to switch brands.
As a result, General Motors' decision to give up on Android Auto and CarPlay and go all-in on Android Automotive could backfire in the most awful way. The carmaker says it'll provide customers with a significantly upgraded experience, but even so, running CarPlay is considered the more convenient option because everybody has a phone in their pockets.
The first model to make the full transition to Android Automotive (and therefore blocking Android Auto and CarPlay) is the 2024 Bolt EV, so it won't take long before we find out if GM's controversial decision impacts sales. However, the carmaker shows no intention of reversing its strategy, as it's fully committed to Android Automotive in the long term.
As a matter of fact, our CarPlay app is currently in development! We're hoping to have it out soon! pic.twitter.com/HX9kEfPr0a
— Andy Green (@agreen) July 1, 2023
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