Audi I just announced that select models will now have access to youtube from their systemsinfotainment. This is due to the fact that Audi has integrated the new application store developed in cooperation with cariad And Harman Ignite from Volkswagenso customers can customize applications to their needs.

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There app store includes applications such as navigation, parking, charging, productivity, weather, games, music and video, youtube be the first video platform Available for download via Audi’s new native app store. The application works like on a phone, after installation it appears in the MMI and is launched by pressing the icon.

However, to meet the security requirements ofAudi, Viewers can only watch videos when the vehicle is parked. Additional members YouTube Premium Once you are logged in, you can view the content ad-free. A SIM card is permanently integrated in the vehicle to establish a data connection with third-party applications such as YouTube. The data costs are billed by the telephone company depending on the usage volume.

Through collaboration between Volkswagen Group companies, including Volkswagen’s Cariad and Samsung’s subsidiary Harman, the project to provide access to theYouTube app. The goal is to develop an intelligent companion for users by creating an open ecosystem of popular apps resulting from the combined expertise and synergies between these entities.

Drivers of certain Audi models equipped with third-generation infotainment system software will have access to the YouTube application from 2024. These models contain the A4, A5, Q5, A6, A7, A8, Q8 e-tron and e-tron GT quatro1. The installation will be rolled out in Europe, Canada and the United States and other regions. Other Volkswagen Group brands are to follow later. However, Audi vehicles are still supported Android Auto And Apple CarPlay via the smartphone interface function.