Pioneer Announces Apple CarPlay Update with Firmware for Pioneer NEX In-Dash Receiver Models

Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. is one of the first aftermarket manufacturers to support Apple CarPlay, with the official release of a compatible firmware update for five 2014 NEX in-dash multimedia receivers, as well as the introduction of the CarPlay-compatible fourth generation AppRadio (SPH-DA120). Pioneer’s CarPlay-compatible in-dash receivers offer consumers the ability to upgrade the vehicles they already own to the smarter, safer and more fun way to use iPhone in the car. Consumers with the latest version of iOS on their iPhone 5 or later, including iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, can use Siri voice control to make and receive calls, compose and respond to text messages, access Apple Maps for navigation, and listen to their music libraries, podcasts and iTunes Radio.

“CarPlay enriches the iPhone experience in the vehicle by providing a safer way to access the iPhone features they want to use most while driving,” says Ted Cardenas, vice president of marketing for the Car Electronics Division of Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. “With Pioneerís implementation, CarPlay can now be integrated into millions of vehicles already on the road.”

CarPlay is also compatible with the all new AppRadio 4, designed with the smartphone user in mind, offering a simple and clean cosmetic design, with the majority of functions and control accessible and operated through its high resolution 6.2-inch WVGA capacitive touchscreen and providing increased audio performance, inheriting the capabilities of Pioneerís NEX receiver models. For more information about AppRadio 4, visit:
http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/AppRadio

The CarPlay firmware update is now available at no charge through http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/firmware. Current NEX owners can simply load the firmware on a USB memory device and connect it to the receiverís USB cable input. Pioneer is also sending the CarPlay firmware to authorized retailers across the country for consumers who prefer to update their unit through a dealer.

For more information regarding CarPlay-compatible products, visit: http://www.pioneer-carglobal.com/CarPlay

The AVIC-8000NEX ($1400 SRP), AVIC-7000NEX ($1200 SRP), AVIC-6000NEX ($900 SRP), AVIC-5000NEX ($750 SRP), AVH-4000NEX ($700 SRP) are currently available. AppRadio 4 SPH-DA120 ($600 SRP) will begin shipping to authorized Pioneer Car Electronics dealers nationwide, including Best Buy, Crutchfield and Car Toys.

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