Driving with CarPlay got smarter with the rollout of Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.1 [Video]

Last week, Apple rolled out the first wave of its Apple Intelligence features with iOS 18.1. And it’s not just the iPhone, iPad, and MacBook that are getting a taste of these AI updates – CarPlay is also getting in on the action with three small Apple Intelligence enhancements.

A few Siri tweaks and an improved Focus mode

A recent report highlights that some of the Apple Intelligence features introduced with iOS 18.1 are making their way to CarPlay, too. For starters, Siri’s redesigned interface has been integrated into CarPlay. Instead of the floating orb that used to sit at the bottom, Siri now surrounds the entire screen with a soft, glowing presence that matches the experience on the iPhone, giving it a more unified feel across Apple devices.

The next enhancement revolves around Siri’s voice. Thanks to Apple Intelligence, the digital assistant sounds more conversational and natural than ever, delivering responses that are clearer and more expressive.