iOS 27.2 brings two new features to Apple's CarPlay

IOS 27.2 comes with some changes for Apple CarPlay, too. IOS 27.2 brings two new features to Apple’s CarPlay. News Mobile iOS 27.2 brings two new features to Apple’s CarPlay Apple has redesigned the Podcasts app and upgraded Siri AI.

And since CarPlay is powered by iOS running directly from a connected iPhone, the rollout introduces some changes to it, as well. As you can expect two big changes coming to CarPlay with the new mobile OS. First, the company has updated its Podcasts’ app Home tab to add a New Episodes and a Continue Playing section.

It removed Up Next altogether and replaced it with those two. So, if you want to find the latest installments for the shows you’re watching, you have to go to the New Episodes section. And if you want to pick up watching a show from where you left off, you’ll find it in — you guessed it — the Continue Playing section.

IOS 27.2 launched this week, and the update includes a new app icon for Apple Music alongside other small design changes in the Music app. IOS 27.2 adds new app icon for Apple Music, more design updates.

Google’s Epic-fueled app store plan starts enrollment. Android opens enrollment for program that brings one-tap sideloading for app stores.

App stores that enroll will get a new streamlined installation flow when it launches on December 1. This change should make sideloading third-party app stores easier for users.

Apple unveils new 14-inch MacBook Pro powered by M6 Chance Miller Oct 27 2026.

Earlier this year, Google announced plans to roll out a new program that would allow third-party app stores to officially register with Android. The change stems from a proposed settlement between Google and Epic Games from last year.

Google has now provided an update on this program. According to the Mountain View-based firm, third-party app stores can now enroll in the Register App Stores program starting today.

IOS 27.2 brings a couple of Siri AI upgrades to CarPlay.