Ford Sync AppLink For India Updated With Five New Apps

The new and updated compatible apps seamlessly integrate into the connected lifestyle of consumers with their Ford vehicles. The Ford Sync AppLink enables drivers to access and control compatible smartphone apps via voice commands or the in-vehicle touch screen display.

The platform strives in helping Ford owners to stay connected safely to their world all the while keeping their hands on the steering wheel and eyes on the road.

The new apps on the Ford Sync include well-known music streaming service provider Hungama, news aggregator InShorts, weather forecast services provider AccuWeather, and parking locating app Pparke.

Also, MapMyIndia has updated its Sync AppLink-enabled app to incorporate new voice and textual directions to a destination of choice.

Julius Marchwicki, Director Connected Vehicle & Services, Ford Asia Pacific said, "We are excited to expand Ford's SYNC AppLink portfolio with new India-specific apps. These new apps are an easier and more convenient way for our customers to integrate their connected lifestyle with their cars,"

With increased need for connectivity, he added, "Today, there is an increased need for connectivity wherever you are, and SYNC AppLink platform gives drivers and occupants more choices to make their driving enjoyable and informative while on the move."

Ford Sync's intuitive connectivity & infotainment system that allows customers to use voice commands to make calls, play music and get useful information about their vehicle is an award-winning in-car connectivity platform.

Listen to Your Favourite Music on-the-go with Hungama Drive

With Hungama Drive and Sync AppLink, Ford owners can stream music without fiddling with their phones. The SYNC AppLink compatible version of the app will allow Ford owners to play their favourite music via simple voice commands. Hungama Drive will be available for Ford owners starting mid-June.

Always Stay Updated with InShorts

A Sync AppLink compatible version of this news aggregating app will now be available for use in Ford vehicles. InShorts app will read news in an easy to comprehend format. Ford owners will simply have to use voice commands to get their customized news feed to stay up to date with the latest developments in the world.

Explore More in your City with Maps by MapMyIndia

From popular hangouts to essential utilities, Maps by MapMyIndia app helps Ford owners to explore more in their cities, enables them to locate and navigate to their nearest attractions, fuel filling stations, hotels and other points of interest. To minimize distractions, the app helps navigate to any destination using spoken and textual driving directions, thereby preventing drivers from looking at their smartphone while driving.

Be sure of the weather with AccuWeather

AccuWeather, a well-known source of weather forecasts with millions of users in India, is now available with Sync AppLink. AccuWeather provides accurate local weather information and updates, including daily high and low temperatures, five-day forecast and more, ensuring Ford owners are prepared and safe for changing weather conditions on their journeys.

Parking Woes are Things of the Past with Pparke

Finding a place to park has emerged as another big contributor to stress amongst Indian drivers. The Sync AppLink now features PParke app that enables Ford owners to not just identify the closest parking lot but also provides full address, distance from the current location, number of parking spots available and the price to park.

This integration is possible via SmartDeviceLink, the open-source software on which the Sync AppLinkplatform is built. SmartDeviceLink allows smartphone app developers to integrate their apps seamlessly with the vehicle's display screen, steering-wheel controls, and voice commands.

Part of the Ford Sync platform, AppLink is available on new Ford vehicles around the world including the entire Ford India vehicle portfolio -- Ford Figo, Ford Aspire, Ford EcoSport, Ford Endeavour and Ford Mustang.