The app store is integrated via an Audi hardware module – no bigger than a flash drive – that allows the driver to access third-party apps through their infotainment system.
“Audi is the first brand within the Volkswagen Group to introduce [a] new store for third-party applications. Developed by Cariad, this scalable solution is a proof point for our strategy to offer a highly attractive ecosystem for our customers. With this solution, Audi drivers will not only enjoy regular software updates but also an even more personalized infotainment system,” commented the company’s Oliver Hoffmann.
There are several categories, including Weather, News, Music, Gaming, Navigation, and more. Audi says the store will grow, with plans to add new apps over time. Perusing the Music category, for example, you’ll find well-known apps like Amazon music and Spotify.