Apple just dropped a game changing upgrade for iPhone users who love cars as much as they love iOS CarPlay Ultra. And the debut partner? None other than Aston Martin. This partnership redefines what it means to bring your iPhone into the driver’s seat literally.
What is CarPlay Ultra?
CarPlay Ultra is Apple’s next generation in car experience, and it’s more than just an infotainment update. Designed for iPhone 12 and newer running iOS 18.5 or later, this new version transforms every screen in the vehicle yes, even the instrument cluster into a seamless iPhone powered dashboard. Think dynamic speedometers, live tire pressure, fuel gauges, and smart climate controls, all iPhone controlled.
Aston Martin The First to Go Ultra
Aston Martin is officially the first automaker to roll out CarPlay Ultra, starting with their latest vehicle orders in the US and Canada. If you already own a recent Aston Martin with the latest infotainment hardware, a dealer installed update will soon unlock the Ultra experience for you too.
Why iPhone Users Should Care
As iPhone users, we’ve come to expect tight integration across our devices, and CarPlay Ultra finally brings that magic to the driver’s seat. With widgets tailored for the car, personalized themes and wallpapers, and full Siri voice control, your iPhone essentially becomes the brain of your car.
You can now interact with media, navigation, climate, and even third party apps like parking, fueling, or food ordering, all without ever touching your phone. Plus, Apple Intelligence ensures everything adapts to your location, time of day, and driving habits.
The Design is Pure Apple With an Aston Martin Twist
Aston Martin and Apple collaborated closely to ensure the interface reflects the luxury brand’s visual identity. Expect stunning visuals that blend the best of British automotive design with Cupertino’s clean, functional UI. It’s luxury, personalized and digitized, exactly what you’d want in a 2025 driving experience.
The Bottom Line
CarPlay Ultra isn’t just for gearheads, it’s for any iPhone user who values elegance, intelligence, and seamless connectivity. Whether you’re navigating through traffic or queuing up a playlist, it feels like your car has finally caught up to your phone.
