LoginThe Difference Between Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
With the modern world being more technologically advanced, it has become a must that smartphones are compatible with new cars. Having been released for quite a few years, it is wise, if you are buying a used car, to look for one with either Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. Having this technology in your car enables the car’s infotainment screen to mirror your smartphone’s apps and functionality. For cars with a more basic version of these infotainment systems these features can make it easier for you to play your music, input addresses into your satellite navigation system and also make phone calls.
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Many common smartphone apps, such as Google Maps, WhatsApp and Spotify, are compatible with both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. This makes it a lot easier, safer and legal to use your apps on the go. They are most commonly operated by a touchscreen, voice control (e.g. Siri on an iPhone) or a rotary dial. You can either connect your smartphone to the car’s system via a USB or wirelessly, which will bring up a home screen on the infotainment system very similar to your mobile phone’s screen.
Most vehicles with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto allow free access for users. Briefly, BMW had a subscription system in place for their customers to utilise the software. They later performed a u-turn and made it free to use – in line with many of their competitors.
You are not able to access all of the apps you have available on your smartphone. This is because they can be deemed too distracting. Some apps have part functionality – such as YouTube, which can only be used when the car is stationary.
Both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay systems are integrated into the car by utilising the vehicle’s built in microphones, and some cars have buttons on the steering wheel that can be used to control the system. This also ensures that your infotainment is never out of date since they are regularly receiving updates from your mobile phone.
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What Is Android Auto?
What Is Apple CarPlay?
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Need Gap Insurance?
There are a few different types of policy you can choose from when taking out your Gap Insurance cover with Click4Gap. These depend largely on how you intend to fund the purchase of your vehicle. So what car Gap Insurance is right for you?
Combined Return to Invoice Gap Insurance
If you paid cash for your vehicle, or paid a sizeable deposit, or if you financed it, Combined RTI Gap cover will pay out the shortfall between the cost of your vehicle and the market value at the point of claim, which is the amount your motor insurer will cover. This is cover that will protect you no matter if you use your vehicle for private use or for business.
Lease/Contract Hire Gap Insurance
If you leased your vehicle or it is under a contract hire agreement, Lease/Contract Hire Gap Insurance will cover you for the shortfall on your lease agreement, after your motor insurer settlement. If, for any reason, you change your vehicle within the first 90 days from the start date, we will also arrange to transfer your cover to your new vehicle without hassle or charge.
