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I tried ChatGPT's new CarPlay integration: It's my go-to now for the questions Siri can't answer - ZDNET

Our gifting experts are obsessively searching for holiday gifts that are unique, thoughtful and suitable for any budget. Thanks to iOS 26.4 and CarPlay, I can now carry on a voice conversation with ChatGPT while in the car. Here's how I'm using it. Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. As an iPhone owner, Siri is my go-to voice assistant when I’m driving and plugged in to Apple CarPlay. Though Siri can usually handle simple tasks, it often struggles with more complex or challenging questions. But now I can easily turn to ChatGPT when I need information that Siri can’t supply. Also: How I pay less for gas: 5 apps I use to find the cheapest stations nearby Rolled out on Thursday, the new ChatGPT integration with Apple CarPlay lets me carry on a back-and-forth voice conversation with OpenAI’s AI when I’m behind the wheel. I can ask for information or discuss any topic I normally would pose to ChatGPT. And with minor tweaking, I can do all this work hands-free. First up, you naturally need a car that supports CarPlay. My 2025 Toyota Camry came with CarPlay; that’s one of several reasons I chose that make and model. You must also have the latest version of the ChatGPT ap

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I tried ChatGPT's new CarPlay integration: It's my go-to now for the questions Siri can't answer - ZDNET

Our gifting experts are obsessively searching for holiday gifts that are unique, thoughtful and suitable for any budget. Thanks to iOS 26.4 and CarPlay, I can now carry on a voice conversation with ChatGPT while in the…

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