Apple CarPlay officially arrives on Proton X70 facelift – watch step-by-step video on how to install via OTA

Proton has officially announced that Apple CarPlay is now available on the Proton X70 facelift, posting a video on Facebook on how to install the over-the-air (OTA) update. You can also read the steps here:

Step 1: Download and install

  • The software update package will be downloaded once it is available for customer vehicle. User needs to keep the engine running until the download is complete.
  • Upon completion, user may begin installation anytime at their convenience. Once installation has begun, user needs to keep the engine running until the software update is complete.

Step 2: Verify software version

  • A successful software update can be verified in the Vehicle Settings under [System Information] > [About IHU]. The latest system version is SW3RBA10925H1141.
  • This version contains Apple CarPlay, improved system performance and various bug fixes for an enhanced user experience.

Step 3: Start to use

  • With the latest software update installed, user can enjoy the convenience of Apple CarPlay by pairing a compatible iPhone either via USB or wireless (Bluetooth) connection.
  • Once an iPhone is successfully paired to the system, users can launch the Apple CarPlay interface by tapping on the icon highlighted above.

Although the X70 facelift’s infotainment system is capable of wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay (AACP), the service wasn’t available at launch time as Proton had some certification work to complete. Earlier this month, an owner shared his phone and car screens in the paultan.org Automotive/Car Discussion FB group, showing the familiar Apple CarPlay home screen on the X70 FL’s new and enlarged 12.3-inch IHU screen.

Owners of models launched before the X70 FL such as the X90 SUV, S70 sedan and the recently introduced X50 RC, will unfortunately not be getting AACP. Full details on the X70 facelift here. For now, it seems Android users will have to play the waiting game further.

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Comments

  • newme on Oct 16, 2024 at 3:46 pm

    Those promised it will come to their models must be feeling like an idiot. And those waiting for Android Auto, pray and good luck.

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    • When did Proton promise this will come to other models? newme still with the old habit of spreading fake news

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      • ClownsEverywhere on Oct 16, 2024 at 6:24 pm

        Clowns that don’t follow news… Proton Deputy CEO did mentioned other S/X series might have the possibility to update for AACP… especially when they launch their new S70 and X90

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      • Their SA actually verbally promised me this. When I test drive the S70 on July, I asked about Android Auto. He said, S70 will be updated in September. He said Proton already sent a memo to them about this update and assure me its coming. SA from Proton Balakong.

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      • Where AACP on Oct 16, 2024 at 10:41 pm

        Yeah right

        https://paultan.org/2024/02/02/proton-confirms-apple-carplay-android-auto-support-this-year-x90-to-get-ota-update-but-not-older-models/

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      • newme on Oct 17, 2024 at 9:06 am

        Name ONE fake news that I spread.

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  • Rim curber on Oct 16, 2024 at 7:25 pm

    Ok but Android Auto when??

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  • Najib on Oct 16, 2024 at 8:45 pm

    Old tech made complicated..lol

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