Apple is set to take our driving experience to the next level with the much-awaited CarPlay 2.0. Although the company missed its original launch target, recent leaks point to a major upgrade coming soon. CarPlay will turn vehicle dashboards into an interactive extension of the iPhone, allowing drivers to customize widgets for enhanced convenience and personalization on the road.
Leaked images of CarPlay 2.0 show a familiar iOS and iPadOS widget layout. Drivers will likely be able to personalize their dashboard with key info and favorite apps, such as real-time weather, calendar events, or even the latest news at a glance.
The leaked images show various widget styles, including square and rectangular options, with one large widget featuring both navigation and music playback. This hints at dynamic, personalized displays for the car. Apple seems ready to expand CarPlay beyond just the screen, potentially integrating it into the entire dashboard, covering everything from infotainment to core vehicle functions like speed and climate control.
Earlier leaks of Apple CarPlay 2.0 teased even more exciting features, like the ability to customize the interface with car manufacturers’ own design themes. Apple’s vision for CarPlay 2.0 is truly transformative, blending the power and flexibility of the iPhone with the dashboard to create a driving experience that’s intuitive, personalized, and comfortably familiar.