# Everything New for CarPlay in iOS 27

Siri AI, video apps, and fresh designs are coming.

- **Source:** [9to5Mac](https://brifing.si/source/59447403-ce5b-427c-8132-8614f549929a)
- **Published:** 2026-07-22
- **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business)
- **Original article:** <https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/22/heres-everything-new-for-carplay-in-ios-27/>
- **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/ab33ff45-8f2c-4bd7-a6b5-d4bc965f2fa6

## Siri AI as Your Smart Assistant

The biggest addition to CarPlay in iOS 27 is the AI-powered version of Siri. It now offers smarter question-answering and context retention, similar to ChatGPT and Google Gemini. Your conversations are automatically synced with the Siri app on iPhone.

## Video App Support

With iOS 27, developers can now create dedicated video apps for CarPlay. Users can browse and watch video content directly from their car display. However, this feature requires support from automobile manufacturers to be available.

## New Wallpapers and Design

iOS 27 introduces new wallpapers and an updated interface for CarPlay. Details like Liquid Glass app icons and the new MiniPlayer in media apps enhance the user experience. Additionally, audio scrubbing is now available on the Now Playing screen.

## Conversation History Sync

Conversations with Siri in CarPlay are now automatically synced with the Siri app on iPhone. Users can view CarPlay chats marked with a car icon in the app. This feature makes it easier to retain context across devices.

## Developer-Focused Features

Apple is enabling developers to create video apps for CarPlay. Apps that support AirPlay video streaming require no changes. However, automobile manufacturers must support the new features for them to be available to users.

## Enhancing User Experience

The CarPlay updates in iOS 27 aim to deliver a smarter and more user-friendly experience while driving. With Siri AI, video support, and design improvements, Apple is taking in-car technology to the next level. These innovations will be particularly useful during long trips.

## Sources covering this story

- https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/22/heres-everything-new-for-carplay-in-ios-27/ — 

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