Back in the spring, Apple introduced the automotive technology CarPlay, and Pioneer has been among the first manufacturers in favor of this decision. Of course, the Japanese company produces OEM-version of head units for the "factory" equipment in the car a few brands, but it is the "public" solutions of interest for those who want to install a new multimedia complex in the already acquired the vehicle. This solution is for those who owns a car of that model, which was not in the list of partners Apple, or was released before the start of cooperation between the companies.
Last week, Pioneer announced the release of a firmware update for the NEX series of automotive systems current model year, which will ensure compatibility with CarPlay using the iPhone 5/5s/5c/6/6 Plus. OS update simply download the file from the official Pioneer site and copy it to USB, and then connect it to the appropriate port on the head unit.
Repair person Fix Denver Josh Carr prepared a detailed guide to setting up and working with the automotive technology of Apple. In a series of video instructions includes rollers to create a USB-drive and firmware update, as well as a demonstration of full-time applications Apple - Telephone, Music, Spotify, Apple Maps, Siri, and others. Leadership shown by the example of multimedia system AVH-4000NEX.
Note that in addition to the systems of family NEX - AVIC-8000NEX, AVIC-7000NEX, AVIC-6000NEX, AVIC-5000NEX, AVH-4000NEX - support CarPlay provides more affordable solution series Pioneer AppRadio (SPH-DA120) of the fourth generation, which is estimated at $ 600 . 6.2-inch touch screen device can display the contents of the desktop and iPhone to use the basic functions of a smartphone: make voice calls, listen to messages, get directions, view and edit contacts, listen to music and check email without being distracted from the road.