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Here's an Early Look at the Updated CarPlay Navigation in the Instrument Cluster
Here's an Early Look at the Updated CarPlay Navigation in the Instrument Cluster

23 Feb 2024, 05:37 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The next iOS update will allow Apple Maps running on CarPlay to display turn-by-turn navigation in the instrument cluster

 
The Kia Boys Madness: You Get a Steering Wheel Lock, And You Get a Steering Wheel Lock
The Kia Boys Madness: You Get a Steering Wheel Lock, And You Get a Steering Wheel Lock

22 Feb 2024, 10:15 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Police keep giving away steering wheel locks to prevent certain Hyundai and Kia models from getting stolen with a ridiculously easy hack

 
Apple Has An 8-Month Plan to Make Apple Maps Better Than Google Maps
Apple Has An 8-Month Plan to Make Apple Maps Better Than Google Maps

22 Feb 2024, 09:46 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The company wants to spend the next eight months to collect data that would eventually help overhaul the Apple Maps experience

 
Next iPhone Update Will Make a Good Case for Choosing Apple Maps Over Google Maps
Next iPhone Update Will Make a Good Case for Choosing Apple Maps Over Google Maps

21 Feb 2024, 18:49 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Apple will update Apple Maps to display next-turn information in the instrument cluster when the app runs on a CarPlay screen

 
Pacific Drive Review (PC): Stephen King's X-Files in a Station Wagon
Pacific Drive Review (PC): Stephen King's X-Files in a Station Wagon

21 Feb 2024, 13:24 UTC · By: Codrin Spiridon / Pacific Drive is a great experience that masterfully combines game design elements like run-based missions with an enthralling Stephen King-like sci-fi story

 
Sony Launches New Premium Android Auto and CarPlay Wireless Media Receiver
Sony Launches New Premium Android Auto and CarPlay Wireless Media Receiver

20 Feb 2024, 16:08 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Announced in late 2023, the XAV-AX8500 is now hitting the shelves in several regions worldwide; it supports wireless Android Auto and CarPlay

 
Another Google Maps Feature Spotted Early As Big Changes Are Coming
Another Google Maps Feature Spotted Early As Big Changes Are Coming

20 Feb 2024, 12:48 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Google is working on adding Plug & Charge locations to Google Maps, as the company is working on big improvements for Google Maps

 
For the Love of God, Please No: Apple Wants Apple Car "Drivers" to Wear the Vision Pro
For the Love of God, Please No: Apple Wants Apple Car "Drivers" to Wear the Vision Pro

20 Feb 2024, 09:33 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A new patent describes something I really don't want to happen: drivers using the Vision Pro as a computer system behind the wheel

 
Google Announces Critical Android Auto Wireless Update
Google Announces Critical Android Auto Wireless Update

19 Feb 2024, 14:07 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The company says it managed to resolve a widespread glitch breaking down Android Auto wireless after the update to Android 14

 
Premium Android Auto Wireless Adapter Hits New Lowest Price
Premium Android Auto Wireless Adapter Hits New Lowest Price

19 Feb 2024, 11:46 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Motorola's MA1 Android Auto wireless dongle is available at $59.98 thanks to a 33% discount; the price cut isn't part of a special promo

 
Warm Up Your Android Auto Engines: Android 15 Is Coming
Warm Up Your Android Auto Engines: Android 15 Is Coming

17 Feb 2024, 23:30 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Google has shared the official dates for the Android 15 Preview program; the stable builds should start rolling out in the fall

 
Range Rovers, Discounts, Taxi Work, and a Ton More Await You in GTA Online's Latest Update
Range Rovers, Discounts, Taxi Work, and a Ton More Await You in GTA Online's Latest Update

17 Feb 2024, 21:52 UTC · By: Codrin Spiridon / While we sit tight and wait for the next Grand Theft Auto VI trailer, this week, we're focusing on what's new in GTA Online, like the Gallivanter Baller ST-D

 
Internet Genius Finds the Most Ridiculous Fix for the Most Ridiculous Android Auto Bug
Internet Genius Finds the Most Ridiculous Fix for the Most Ridiculous Android Auto Bug

16 Feb 2024, 18:14 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A Google Pixel owner says they found a workaround for the bug breaking down the audio on calls answered from Android Auto

 
The Way of the Lightning Arrives in The Crew Motorfest
The Way of the Lightning Arrives in The Crew Motorfest

16 Feb 2024, 18:09 UTC · By: Codrin Spiridon / This week, The Crew Motorfest shines the spotlight on the 2021 Hoonigan S1 e-tron quattro Hoonitron, the 2018 BMW i8 Roadster, and the

 
Tourists Spend 7 Days in the Wild After Following Google Maps on Impassable Road
Tourists Spend 7 Days in the Wild After Following Google Maps on Impassable Road

16 Feb 2024, 15:39 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Two German tourists got their car stuck in an area with no cellular reception; they decided to walk to the nearest town and arrived after 7 days

 
GM Super Cruise Network Jumps From 400 to 750k Miles, Includes Lots of Minor Highways
GM Super Cruise Network Jumps From 400 to 750k Miles, Includes Lots of Minor Highways

16 Feb 2024, 07:30 UTC · By: Aurel Niculescu / The company claims it now has the largest such network in North America following the latest expansion that soared from around 400k to 750k miles

 
Tesla Rolls Out Massive Supercharging Improvements and Better Range Estimates
Tesla Rolls Out Massive Supercharging Improvements and Better Range Estimates

15 Feb 2024, 15:09 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Tesla has been killing it with software updates in the past month and is now pushing it further with massive improvements to the Supercharging experience

 
AirTags Still the Better Option? Nissan Launches Stolen Vehicle Tracking
AirTags Still the Better Option? Nissan Launches Stolen Vehicle Tracking

15 Feb 2024, 05:53 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Nissan launched a new security feature integrated into the NissanConnect Services app; Vehicle Stolen Tracking is available in the UK

 
Many Android Users Still Switch to iPhones, and Android Auto Bugs Could Be a Reason
Many Android Users Still Switch to iPhones, and Android Auto Bugs Could Be a Reason

15 Feb 2024, 05:20 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Data shows that a substantial share of new iPhone buyers previously used Android devices; the numbers show a small decline

 
Stanford Scientists Found a Crazy Way To Extend the Life of Lithium-Metal EV Batteries
Stanford Scientists Found a Crazy Way To Extend the Life of Lithium-Metal EV Batteries

14 Feb 2024, 18:02 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Stanford scientists found out that depleting lithium-metal batteries and letting them rest for a few hours is an effective way to extend their life