DEARBORN (dpa-AFX) - Ford Motor Company (F) Monday said it is expanding its SYNC 3 connectivity platform, allowing compatibility of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, throughout its entire 2017 U.S. vehicle lineup of cars, SUVs, light trucks and electrified vehicles.
Using its platform-centric approach, Ford has been able to swiftly roll out SYNC 3 voice-activated communications and entertainment system with popular smartphone integrations Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
CarPlay allows iPhone users to get directions optimized for traffic, make calls, send and receive messages, and listen to music. All these in a way that allows one to stay focused on the road with Siri or a touch screen. Android Auto enables Google voice search, maps, music and more through steering wheel and touch screen controls.
Ford said its platform-focused approach to SYNC 3 means a fast rollout across all vehicles - with rapid deployment of new innovations via Wi-Fi over-the-air updates.
Popular nameplates like the Escape, Fusion, Mustang and Explorer are already available as 2017 model-year vehicles at dealerships. Others like the F-150, Focus, Edge and all-new 2017 Super Duty will arrive later this year.
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