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Apple Prepares Major Shift in CarPlay with Voice-Based AI Apps IntegrationApple is preparing to introduce a major evolution to its CarPlay system by enabling the use of AI-powered, voice-based applications within the in-car interface, marking a notable shift in the company’s long-standing approach to smart assistant ecosystems.

Under the upcoming update, users will be able for the first time to interact with AI chatbots such as ChatGPT directly through CarPlay, significantly expanding voice control capabilities that were previously limited almost exclusively to Apple’s digital assistant, Siri.

The update opens the door for AI developers to release CarPlay-compatible versions of their applications with full voice interaction support, paving the way for advanced intelligent services to become part of everyday driving experiences and reinforcing the concept of the connected car.

Despite this expanded openness, Apple will maintain certain system-level restrictions. The company will not allow third-party assistants to replace Siri’s activation button or wake phrase, and external AI assistants will still require users to manually open their apps from the CarPlay interface before use.

At the same time, Apple is developing new technical support that will allow voice-based applications to operate more seamlessly and instantly upon launch, reducing friction and minimizing driver distraction.