Apple CarPlay and Ford Snyc 3
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Apple CarPlay and Ford Snyc 3
Has anyone heard about compatibility of the Sync3 system and Apple CarPlay. I know it is not there now but should be technically possible with a software update from Ford since the switched to a Blackberry based OS on the Synch 3. I would love to be able to throw my iPhone screen up on the dash and use my Maps program along with all the audio/music programs.
https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/
https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/
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I finally played w/ SYNC and my Android phone the other day in my 2015, for about 15 min or so.
Not what I was expecting.
I guess I was thinking it would have more functionality and be easier. To use the few limited features I had, things just felt very "clunky".
I'll try to force myself to play more with it, but for now I have way lower expectations.
Not what I was expecting.
I guess I was thinking it would have more functionality and be easier. To use the few limited features I had, things just felt very "clunky".
I'll try to force myself to play more with it, but for now I have way lower expectations.
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I finally played w/ SYNC and my Android phone the other day in my 2015, for about 15 min or so.
Not what I was expecting.
I guess I was thinking it would have more functionality and be easier. To use the few limited features I had, things just felt very "clunky".
I'll try to force myself to play more with it, but for now I have way lower expectations.
Not what I was expecting.
I guess I was thinking it would have more functionality and be easier. To use the few limited features I had, things just felt very "clunky".
I'll try to force myself to play more with it, but for now I have way lower expectations.
Are you having trouble with any specific SYNC feature? If so, provide some details about what's happening and let me know which phone is being connected.
Kim
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I did NOT get the navigation in my car as my android phone has a real nice navigation app. But I was hoping I would be able to listen to the radio or my iPod and have my phone provide commands over the speakers w/ the music. No it does not. I have to switch to Bluetooth audio to hear the phone commands, and then there is no music.
I have played with the SYNC directions feature. And if I did not have navigation in my phone this would be an acceptable option, even though it felt "clunky" to me (mainly when I deviated from the original route).
I'm still in love with my car, I just still have to use my phone like I did in the past when I use the navigation app.
Other than that, all the basic SYNC feature work well and are fairly intuitive. I just found the "auto" temp setting this last weekend.
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The audio system can only use one input at a time for the speakers. If you were listening to music off your phone via Bluetooth or USB, you would hear the directions over the radio speakers.
I do this with the Trapster app on my phone while listening to music from my iPhone. If I switch to sat radio, I no longer hear the trapster alerts because the audio system is using a different input.
I have the nav system, so I no longer use the phone for that.
I do this with the Trapster app on my phone while listening to music from my iPhone. If I switch to sat radio, I no longer hear the trapster alerts because the audio system is using a different input.
I have the nav system, so I no longer use the phone for that.
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The audio system can only use one input at a time for the speakers. If you were listening to music off your phone via Bluetooth or USB, you would hear the directions over the radio speakers.
I do this with the Trapster app on my phone while listening to music from my iPhone. If I switch to sat radio, I no longer hear the trapster alerts because the audio system is using a different input.
I have the nav system, so I no longer use the phone for that.
I do this with the Trapster app on my phone while listening to music from my iPhone. If I switch to sat radio, I no longer hear the trapster alerts because the audio system is using a different input.
I have the nav system, so I no longer use the phone for that.
If I were to use my phone for music then I'm sure it would work together.
But w/ one of the bigger iPods, 250GB of storage, my phone can't even come close to the selection. I'm not even sure my phone has any music on it at all.
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No not really Kim, but thanks for asking. My disappointment is w/ the "advanced" features I was hoping would be present. The following is the biggest one.
I did NOT get the navigation in my car as my android phone has a real nice navigation app. But I was hoping I would be able to listen to the radio or my iPod and have my phone provide commands over the speakers w/ the music. No it does not. I have to switch to Bluetooth audio to hear the phone commands, and then there is no music.
I have played with the SYNC directions feature. And if I did not have navigation in my phone this would be an acceptable option, even though it felt "clunky" to me (mainly when I deviated from the original route).
I'm still in love with my car, I just still have to use my phone like I did in the past when I use the navigation app.
Other than that, all the basic SYNC feature work well and are fairly intuitive. I just found the "auto" temp setting this last weekend.
I did NOT get the navigation in my car as my android phone has a real nice navigation app. But I was hoping I would be able to listen to the radio or my iPod and have my phone provide commands over the speakers w/ the music. No it does not. I have to switch to Bluetooth audio to hear the phone commands, and then there is no music.
I have played with the SYNC directions feature. And if I did not have navigation in my phone this would be an acceptable option, even though it felt "clunky" to me (mainly when I deviated from the original route).
I'm still in love with my car, I just still have to use my phone like I did in the past when I use the navigation app.
Other than that, all the basic SYNC feature work well and are fairly intuitive. I just found the "auto" temp setting this last weekend.
From what you've described, the system does sound like it is functioning as intended. Don't hesitate to reach out to me if you think of any other questions.
Hi jonser,
Ford is planning on integrating Apple’s CarPlay in the future, but no specific details have been released yet. I’ll fill you in as more information becomes available.
Kim
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Hi jonser,
Ford is planning on integrating Apple’s CarPlay in the future, but no specific details have been released yet. I’ll fill you in as more information becomes available.
Kim[/QUOTE]
Will I be able to upgrade my My Ford Touch in my 15 Mustang to Sync 3?
Ford is planning on integrating Apple’s CarPlay in the future, but no specific details have been released yet. I’ll fill you in as more information becomes available.
Kim[/QUOTE]
Will I be able to upgrade my My Ford Touch in my 15 Mustang to Sync 3?
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I don't put too much faith in Ford announcements. I'm still waiting for the AppLink update that was announce in Jan 2014. Promised for cars 2010 and newer, I haven't seen anything yet for my 2012 focus, despite Ford releasing a couple updates.
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It should be added in the form of a software update; still no specifics just yet, but I will keep you posted.
Which SYNC system do you have: https://owner.ford.com/how-tos/sync-...c-version.html
Also, is your SYNC software current: https://owner.ford.com/tools/account...p-to-date.html
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skramblr,
Which SYNC system do you have: https://owner.ford.com/how-tos/sync-...c-version.html
Also, is your SYNC software current: https://owner.ford.com/tools/account...p-to-date.html
Whitney
Which SYNC system do you have: https://owner.ford.com/how-tos/sync-...c-version.html
Also, is your SYNC software current: https://owner.ford.com/tools/account...p-to-date.html
Whitney
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