Tesla has officially announced its annual software update, and as expected, the list of features includes the addition of Apple Podcasts to its cars' infotainment system
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The news that the Apple Podcasts app would be available for Tesla drivers was previously leaked. However, previous leaks that said AirPlay would be coming have yet to prove true. Now, Tesla has confirmed the Apple Podcasts update with an official announcement on Twitter/X.
This is a significant step, as Tesla does not support Apple CarPlay. So, this is the first time a basic CarPlay has made an appearance in a Tesla infotainment system.
Tesla only says the 2023 holiday update will be released next week, but employees are reportedly already installing it, so the lack of a specific date is likely due to the need to roll it out globally to a large number of users.
All users will receive this holiday update, but that doesn't mean all Tesla drivers will get the Apple Podcasts app. To listen to any streaming service, including Apple Podcasts, drivers must pay Tesla an additional $10 per month.
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Apple Podcasts is an app that allows users to listen to and manage podcasts on Apple devices, such as iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The app provides access to a wide range of podcasts from various categories, including news, sports, education, entertainment, and more.
Users can search and select podcasts that interest them, subscribe to them, and receive automatic updates for new episodes. They can also create their own playlist of favorite episodes and listen to them at any time.
The app also offers features like adjusting playback speed, automatically downloading new episodes, and the ability to play episodes from where you left off last time.
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Users can also rate and review podcasts, as well as share them with others via social networks and other sharing platforms. Apple Podcasts offers a complete podcast listening experience, combining ease of use, rich content and advanced management features.
Source: appleinsider
