Apple CarKey New feature

[jeffauclair]

I have searched and found nothing here, but apple will release a new feature called Carkey on the next major iOS update. anyone ever heard of it? Will the uconnect will be compatible with it?

New ‘CarKey’ feature in iOS 13.4 beta brings built-in support for unlocking, driving, and sharing NFC car keys - 9to5Mac

Apple today released the first beta version of iOS 13.4 for developers, and now 9to5Mac has found evidence of a...

9to5mac.com

 

[z0n3]

Seems like a cool idea. However I don't think our trucks would be compatible with it as it would require different hardware.

 

[Le_Slacker]

So far the only rumour is bmw will be the first.

Will it require new (or newest) phones and watches?

I doubt this will happen for pre-existing vehicles

 

[silver64]

Most times the strategy is to come out with something like this to generate new sales of Apple phones. Don't count on it being retro to any large degree.

 

[Tamer]

I have searched and found nothing here, but apple will release a new feature called Carkey on the next major iOS update. anyone ever heard of it? Will the uconnect will be compatible with it?

New ‘CarKey’ feature in iOS 13.4 beta brings built-in support for unlocking, driving, and sharing NFC car keys - 9to5Mac

Apple today released the first beta version of iOS 13.4 for developers, and now 9to5Mac has found evidence of a...

9to5mac.com

Yes BMW has updated their system first. I was told by Mopar to contact the dealer. Will try but it might be too soon. Apple lists Ram and many other vehicles as compatible. Great idea specially for people with multiple vehicles. I was wondering why wasn’t there a key fob that could be programmed for multiple vehicles already. With an iPhone or I watch, it’s do it all. I think it’s a great feature.

 

[Slumlord]

Only works on BMW's built after July 1st right now.

 

[THFD334]

Any new news on this? I have a 2019 Ram big horn. Apple says it’s compatible with my iPhone 13 pro. Would be an amazing feature as I just switched from a ford with the door keypad. Since I don’t need a key to start the vehicle I’m afraid of locking the fob in the truck. Old habits….

 

[CatServant]

Any new news on this? I have a 2019 Ram big horn. Apple says it’s compatible with my iPhone 13 pro. Would be an amazing feature as I just switched from a fire with the door keypad. Since I don’t need a key to start the vehicle I’m afraid of locking the fob in the truck. Old habits….

I think it’s like my 2019 Durango that won’t let you lock the doors if the fob is inside.