Car play GPS navigation not working

CarPlay confuses the GPS data received from Vehicle's head unit and that of device.

As long as it uses connected device's GPS sensor, all OK. But the moment it starts receiving Vehicle's GPS data it starts showing wrong location and direction.


Why cannot Apple priorities this issue ?

FIX: Make Maps always follow Device's GPS Sensor instead of relying on Vehicle's antenna. Or introduce one toggle button and give this flexibility to User.


So many users across globe facing this.


iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 17

Posted on Feb 26, 2024 8:42 PM

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Feb 26, 2024 9:41 PM in response to gparida

Did you contact the vehicle manufacturer?


It's important to understand that the decision of which navigation system to use in their vehicles falls entirely within the domain of each individual car manufacturer. There are hundreds of manufacturers worldwide, each with their own unique priorities, expertise, and partnerships. While suggesting they all switch to iOS GPS navigation is an interesting idea, it's important to recognize that such a change would require direct communication and collaboration with each company.


If you're passionate about this particular navigation system, it would be most effective to reach out to specific car manufacturers directly. You could express your interest in seeing them implement iOS GPS and highlight any potential benefits you see from their perspective.


It's also important to remember that there are many factors car manufacturers consider when choosing navigation systems, including cost, functionality, integration with other vehicle features, and user experience. Ultimately, the decision of which system to use rests with each manufacturer.

Feb 26, 2024 9:58 PM in response to SravanKrA

You are absolutely right. But my question is -


When I connect my iOS device to Vehicle infotainment system, my intentions are pretty clear

  • I am the one who owns the Device and Wishes to use the CARPLAY features for my driving
  • Being the owner I should have the flexibility to Instruct CAR PLAY to Use iOS GPS or Vehicle's Antenna. In fact I must have the Say.
  • The proposed solution is to have a GPS Toggle button (Always Use iOS GPS) for CARPLAY feature.
  • Default can be OFF to make it the way it is working now. Let the customer face the issue and throw their iPhone in anger. Backward compatibility.
  • If the user faces some issue then to make their driving esp navigation experience good, they can easily SWITCH to use iOS GPS.


THIS IS AN SECURITY Issue. Think I am driving to an unknown location and completely relying on Maps. But certainly MAPs shows me wrong location. Just think. This is not an imaginary Use case.


Apple CarPlay GPS wrong location issue - Apple Community


Customer is paying a premium for owning an iOS device. How do you justify this life-threatening issue ?


iOS device owners must have this flexibility to choose GPS antenna for their CARPLAY.


It is very well possible and an easy fix.


If a customer wants the DEFFAULT mode, then NO NEED TO TURN ON THE TOGGLE.


I Think I am making sense here and needs to be heard clear and loud.


Thanks,

A Frustrated iOS Customer


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