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Apple's digital car key feature, introduced in 2020, allows compatible vehicles from automakers like Audi, BMW, Hyundai, Kia, and others to be unlocked and started via iPhone or Apple Watch, with a growing list of supported models and upcoming automakers set to adopt the technology.
Google is rolling out seven new updates for Android devices, including the ability to edit sent messages in Google Messages within 15 minutes, improved instant hotspot connectivity, and new features for Google Meet, Google Home, and Wear OS. Additionally, digital car key support is expanding to more vehicle models.
The Tesla app for iPhones now supports ultra wideband (UWB) in its latest version, offering more reliable and secure digital car key support. This technology provides precise tracking, enhancing protection against spoofing attacks and enabling features such as identifying which user is on the driver’s side of the car. While the update is currently available only for iPhones, some Android phones with UWB chips may receive support in the future. Users can enable this feature by granting the app access to Nearby Interactions in their iPhone settings. The feature is currently limited to the newest Model 3 and 2023 Model X, with plans to extend support to other models in the future.