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Apple CarPlay gets new icons in iOS 18.4
Apple has released the iOS 18.4 beta to developers, which includes a small but useful change for CarPlay. The update now allows CarPlay to display a third row of icons on larger infotainment screens, such as the 14-inch display in some Toyota Tundra models. This change enables users to access more apps quickly without swiping between pages.
iOS 18.4 Includes a Small But Useful Change for CarPlay
The first beta of iOS 18.4 is now available, and it includes a small but useful change for CarPlay. As we noted in our list of iOS 18.4
Apple CarPlay just got an upgrade with iOS 18.4 beta — but there's a catch
Last week saw Apple release the iOS 18.4 beta to developers, giving us a taste of what’s coming once the update actually arrives later this year. We’ve already seen a bunch of new features like new languages for Siri and an Ambient Music option.
iOS 18.4 includes a CarPlay upgrade that users have wanted forever
Apple released the first beta of iOS 18.4 last week. Alongside the new features, CarPlay got a big improvement users have wanted forever.
Apple’s latest iOS update improves CarPlay, but not everyone will be able to access it
A third row of apps has appeared on some user's infotainment systems following the recent iOS 18.4 beta update.
iOS 18.4 Beta Fixes One of CarPlay’s Biggest Usability Issues
The first beta of iOS 18.4 was seeded to developers on Friday, and the new seed includes a small but notable change for CarPlay.
Apple's iOS 18.4 public beta drops with new features you'll want to try
Public beta 1 tweaks such features as Apple Intelligence, Image Playground, and CarPlay. Here's what else you'll find.
Apple CarPlay getting a free update that some car owners have wanted for years
Apple CarPlay is the first choice for in-car entertainment and navigation for many drivers, providing that neat link between iPhone and car, and meaning that you’re in a familiar environment as soon as you get into your vehicle. If this sounds like you, then there’s an update heading your way.
iOS 18.4 public beta begins with Apple Intelligence expansion but no new Siri
iOS 18.4 is destined to be a big release. The headline feature of iOS 18 is Apple Intelligence, and the various AI features have been rolling out piece by piece. After getting no major new AI features in iOS 18.3, Apple is bringing Apple Intelligence to many more countries in iOS 18.4 as well as a new device—Vision Pro.
Apple CarPlay Gets a Helpful Update in iOS 18.4
The first beta release for iOS 18.4 arrived on February 21st, 2025, and one of its improvements is that Apple CarPlay can now have three rows of icons on the home screen. CarPlay was previously limited to two rows of apps,
CarPlay adds another row of apps.
The new row comes courtesy of Apple’s latest iOS 18.4 beta, but it only seems to show up on cars with larger displays. A ...
Apple just fixed one of CarPlay’s biggest usability issues
Spotted by Jace on Threads, CarPlay in iOS 18.4 can now include a third row of app icons – up from two. This means that ...
iOS 18.4 Shows Your Search History in New Safari Tabs
With iOS 18.4, Apple made a small tweak to Safari that could be polarizing because it puts your search history front and ...
iOS 18.4 update coming soon: Apple News+ Food, Ambient Music and new AI features expected
Apple is launching Apple News+ Food in April with iOS 18.4, offering access to thousands of recipes and articles from top ...