Ford recently unveiled their QNX-powered connected car entertainment system, Sync 3, and during CES 2015 we got a quick look at it in action. Set to be available in 2016 models, the Sync 3 offers some great improvements over current models. The system has been designed to work along the same lines as your phone or tablet, with plenty of big icons and swipe navigation.
Zones — including navigation, audio, and phone — are where everything you'll need reside within the system. Everything is just a tap away, and your phone can bring even more fun to the party with AppLink compatible apps.
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