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Apple, Google to add railroad crossing data to map programs following fatal 2015 accident

Apple Maps will soon begin including railroad crossing data. Following up on an accident last year in which Google Maps users Jose Alejandro Sanchez-Ramirez turned a Ford truck, hauling a trailer, where he thought the app was telling him to go, but wound up stuck on the railroad tracks at a poorly marked California crossing. […]

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Android CarPlay Google iOS iPhone News

CarPlay, Android Auto functionality included in all 2017 vehicles with SYNC 3

You’ll be able to use CarPlay as well as Android auto in Ford’s entire line of 2017 cars, SUVs, light trucks and electric vehicles. On Monday, the company announced that it will bring CarPlay to already-released 2017 models such as the Fusion, Mustang, and Explorer, while other models like the 2017 F-150, Focus, Edge, and […]

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Hardware iOS iPhone iPhone SE News

Some iPhone SE users complain of Bluetooth audio issues, Apple has yet to offer official comment

Well, this could be one for the bug team to sort out. A number of oPhone SE early adopters have reported audio issues with Bluetooth phone calls when the smartphone is paired with a vehicle or wireless headset. The issue extends to GPS voice navigation for some, but streaming music over Bluetooth appears to be […]

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Apple Car Rumor

Rumor: Steve Zadesky’s departure from Apple could delay Titan project

This could put a crimp in the Titan project/Apple’s car plans. The current rumor has it that Apple’s Steve Zadesky, who is said to be leading Apple’s ‘Titan’ project, is leaving the company. Zadesky is apparently leaving for personal reasons and not due to performance-related issues. While this is a setback, it’s unknown as to […]

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CarPlay News

Honda, Lincoln and Kia debut CarPlay-compatible models at North American International Auto Show

Apple’s CarPlay seems to be getting some more support as three new auto manufacturers have unveiled new vehicles with CarPlay and Android Auto support at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit this month, including the 2017 Honda Ridgeline, 2017 Kia Forte5 and 2017 Lincoln Continental. All three models will be available in the […]