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Multi-Touch and Sports Scoreboard Expand CarPlay’s In-Car Experience for iOS 18.4 and iOS 26

Two Targeted CarPlay Enhancements Arrive, Reflecting Apple’s Broader Strategy

With the introduction of iOS 18.4 and the upcoming iOS 26, Apple is refining CarPlay through focused feature upgrades, deepening its integration into the automotive experience while reinforcing its adaptability for both mainstream and advanced vehicle systems. These adjustments—centered on multi-touch navigation and real-time sports updates—underscore Apple's commitment to meaningful, user-focused innovation.

Sports Mode: Real-Time Scores at a Glance

Apple first introduced a new 'sports mode' for CarPlay audio apps with iOS 18.4, released in late March 2025, according to MacRumors. This improvement enables live sports streaming apps to display a dynamic scoreboard directly within the CarPlay interface, placing team logos, scores, and game clocks alongside existing playback controls. Compared to earlier CarPlay iterations—where audio-only content dominated—this update addresses a long-standing request from sports fans for more contextually rich, real-time information during live games.

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New macOS Tahoe Set to Debut at WWDC 2025

The Excitement Builds for macOS Tahoe

In just days, Apple enthusiasts around the world will tune in for the 2025 Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), where Apple is expected to unveil its latest operating system, macOS 26, now reportedly christened macOS Tahoe. Industry insiders and fans alike are eager to see what the tech giant has in store, following the recent leak from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, who shared that macOS 26 is named after California's picturesque Lake Tahoe.

Apple’s California Dreaming: The evolution of macOS Naming

Apple’s naming tradition for macOS reveals a significant shift over the years. While the company’s earliest operating systems were named after large cats – from Cheetah to Lion – the 2013 release of OS X Mavericks marked a transition toward names reflecting iconic Californian locations. This change aligned with Apple’s roots and cultural heritage, celebrating the diversity and grandeur of California itself.

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