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CarPlay Ultra: Apple's All-New Vehicle Software Revealed in 25 Images

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Apple has announced the launch of CarPlay Ultra, the long-awaited next-generation version of its CarPlay software system for vehicles. Aston Martin is the first automaker to offer CarPlay Ultra, with many others to follow over the next year.

CarPlay Ultra Aston Martin
CarPlay Ultra features deep integration with a vehicle's instrument cluster and systems, built-in Radio and Climate apps, customizable widgets, and more. The interface is tailored to each vehicle model and automaker's identity, and drivers can also adjust the color scheme. To learn more, read our coverage of Apple's announcement.

Below is a gallery of 25 images of CarPlay Ultra shared by Apple and Aston Martin.

Apple CarPlay Ultra cluster TPMS
Apple CarPlay Ultra cluster Now Playing
Apple CarPlay Ultra cluster Maps
Apple CarPlay Ultra cluster ADAS
Apple CarPlay Ultra cluster climate
Apple CarPlay Ultra cluster radio
Apple CarPlay Ultra cluster widgets
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