This fall, Apple’s iOS 26 update is bringing more than just changes to your iPhone — it’s giving Apple CarPlay a substantial facelift. If you're someone who spends a lot of time on the road, the upcoming changes are worth your attention. With a refined interface, new multitasking tools, and better integration, CarPlay is evolving into an even more intelligent co-pilot.
🌊 Sleek New Aesthetic: "Liquid Glass" Interface
Apple is introducing a brand-new visual theme called Liquid Glass across iPhones — and it's coming to CarPlay too. Expect sleeker app designs, semi-transparent layers, and glossier UI elements. The result is a cleaner, more futuristic interface that better blends with your car’s digital dashboard.
📞 Smarter Calls: Compact In-Call View
Gone are the days when answering a call hijacked your entire screen. With iOS 26, CarPlay will display active calls in a compact bar at the bottom, so you can keep navigating or change music tracks without interruption.
👍 Quick Replies: Tapbacks for Messages
CarPlay is finally catching up to iMessage’s beloved Tapback feature. You’ll soon be able to react to texts with a quick thumbs-up, heart, or exclamation mark — all projected neatly on your dashboard screen, no typing required.
🛬 Real-Time Info: Live Activities Integration
Need to keep tabs on a flight or delivery while driving? The new Live Activities feature will let you monitor real-time updates — like flight statuses or sports scores — right alongside your navigation screen, ensuring you're always in the loop.
📅 Custom Widgets for Everyone
Previously exclusive to high-end CarPlay setups, widgets are now coming to all users. Whether it’s your daily calendar, home automation shortcuts, or weather forecasts, you can personalize your CarPlay home screen with quick-access tools that matter to you most.
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