Volvo is rolling out Apple Music to over 2 million cars with a simple OTA update
Volvo is updating its vehicle software to include native Apple Music support, allowing drivers to stream music without needing to connect an iPhone. The update covers over 2 million vehicles and includes spatial audio support for select premium models.
Why it matters
This reflects the broader automotive industry trend of treating vehicles as connected computing platforms that evolve through software rather than hardware.
The line between your smartphone and your car continues to blur . Volvo has announced that it is rolling out an over-the-air software update that brings Apple Music directly to the infotainment systems of more than 2 million vehicles worldwide. Instead of relying on Apple CarPlay or plugging in an iPhone, eligible drivers will be able to stream music natively from their car's built-in system, making Apple Music another integrated feature of Volvo's software experience.
The update is arriving for a wide range of Volvo models, including the EX90, ES90, XC90, S90, V90, XC60, S60, V60, XC40, EX40 and EC40, covering model year 2020 onwards. Availability, however, may vary depending on the vehicle.
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