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Apple’s Incredible New CarPlay Ultra Is Here—but Only If You’re Driving an Aston Martin

created: May 22, 2025, 12:30 p.m. | updated: May 28, 2025, 7:12 p.m.

Here’s what you’ll learn when you read this story:Apple has partnered with Aston Martin to unveil Apple CarPlay Ultra—the next generation of CarPlay. One significant difference between the current CarPlay system and CarPlay Ultra’s upgraded integration can be seen in the instrument cluster. “Building on our in-house state-of-the-art infotainment system, CarPlay Ultra will provide additional functionality and personalization opportunities, which place Aston Martin at the forefront of infotainment in the sector,” said Adrian Hallmark, Aston Martin’s CEO. We’re particularly curious what Mercedes-Benz’ “Hyperscreen” arrangement could look like with CarPlay Ultra support. That aside, major automakers like Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis have already committed to using CarPlay Ultra in their latest vehicles.

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