New Audi cars now come with the Apple Music app built-in

 Starting in the near future, multimedia systems in Audi vehicles will receive pre-installed Apple Music. Regardless of the preferences of the future owner, the application will be sewn up at the factory. Where possible, Apple Music will appear in Audi with the next firmware update.

The penetration of Apple Music into cars began with Porsche and, of course, was not so massive. Audi is a much more massive brand, and accordingly, Apple Music in the car will become more popular.

For the initial authorization of Apple Music on Audi, you will need to log in using your Apple ID, then get a verification code

   Access 90m songs from your dashboard     

        

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For the initial authorization of Apple Music on Audi, you will need to log in using your Apple ID, then get a verification code, enter it in the program window - and voila: the entire set of Apple Music music, playlists, mixes and services is at your service.

The internet music service has some worthy competitors too, with car brands like BMW, Mini and Volvo already offering Spotify integration, for example. On the other hand, nothing has yet been said about whether there will be content restrictions in the automotive version. In particular, there is a precedent when Apple Music in the version for Roku set-top boxes did not provide for either lossless tracks or tracks in surround format, without which car audio has recently looked imperfect.

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Audi Acoustic systems Bang & Olufsen

The world-renowned brand Bang & Olufsen entered the automotive audio market in 2005 by partnering with Audi AG to create the perfect integration of sound, technological innovation, and emotional design. This partnership is the result of one of the most advanced sound systems in the world, allowing you to experience the space of sound, which is delivered not only through conventional surround sound, but also vertically, which gives the music a whole new dimension.

The effect of stunning sound is achieved through additional speakers on the dashboard and A-pillars, which seamlessly merge with the interior.

The Bang & Olufsen 3D Advanced Sound System lets you customize your performance to suit where you and your passengers sit. “Our goal was to direct the sound precisely to every place in the car,” said Grzegorz Sikora, Bang & Olufsen Car Audio Senior Acoustics Manager, in an interview. "I think we hit the mark," he added.

Bang & Olufsen 3D Advanced Sound System Specifications:

• Amplifier power up to 1920 W;
• Up to 23 fully active speakers;
• Acoustic Lens Technology and ICEpower technology;
• Active speaker technology;
• Acoustic lens technology;
• Aluminum speaker cabinets;
• Maximum vehicle noise suppression;
• 5.1 Surround sound technology (in connection with MMI Navigation Plus);
• 3D sound on the Audi Q7 and two levels on the Audi A8 and A7;
• Dedicated sound setting.

The Bang & Olufsen 3D Premium System delivers surround sound reminiscent of a concert hall. Regardless of what's going on outside the car, the VNC noise compensation technology built into the amplifier ensures consistent audio consistency, automatically adjusting tone and volume based on input from multiple internal and external onboard sensors and microphones.

Features of Bang & Olufsen 3D Premium System:

• Amplifier power up to 755 W;
• Up to 19 speakers;
• GALA plus mode;
• Dynamic sound adjustment based on microphone measurements and movement speed;
• Aluminum speaker cabinets;
• 5.1 Surround sound technology (together with MMI Navigation Plus);
• 3D sound in Audi A4, A5, Q5, and Audi A8, A7;
• Two speakers in the headrests on the Audi R8 Spyder 2016;
• Dedicated sound setting.

Today, the Bang&Olufsen sound system is offered as an optional extra on the entire range from the Audi A1 to the R8

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