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<\/p>\nThe Soundtrack to Your Drive Just Became Seriously Premium<\/p>\n
Imagine cruising down the open road with over 100 million songs at your fingertips, all delivered through a state-of-the-art sound system that transforms your car into a concert hall. That\u2019s no longer a fantasy, it\u2019s happening right now in Volvo\u2019s latest vehicles. Volvo Cars is rolling out Apple Music integration to more than two million cars via over-the-air software updates, and the new Volvo EX60 will come with it built-in when deliveries kick off this summer.<\/p>\n
More Than Just Music \u2013 It\u2019s an Experience<\/p>\n
What makes this partnership genuinely exciting isn\u2019t just access to Apple\u2019s massive music library. The integration works seamlessly with your Apple account, letting you bring all your existing playlists and music library straight into your car, no tedious setup required. Control everything through voice commands or the touchscreen, whether you\u2019re queuing up an energizing morning commute playlist or something mellow for a late-night drive.<\/p>\n
But here\u2019s where it gets really interesting, drivers of the Volvo EX60, EX90, and ES90 can experience Apple Music Spatial Audio powered by Dolby Atmos technology, paired with the optional Bowers & Wilkins premium sound system. This tech places you right in the middle of the action, it\u2019s like sitting front-row at your favorite live performance, with music and vocals surrounding you in three-dimensional clarity.<\/p>\n
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The Sound Quality Story<\/p>\n
Volvo didn\u2019t just slap Apple Music into their cars and call it a day. The EX60, EX90, and ES90 are the quietest Volvo cars ever made, thanks to advanced soundproofing technology that creates the perfect acoustic environment for premium audio. Combined with their optional Bowers & Wilkins system (carefully calibrated to each car\u2019s interior acoustics) these vehicles deliver high-fidelity sound that audiophiles will actually appreciate. The Dolby Atmos integration brings a multi-dimensional sound experience with enhanced clarity and depth that transforms music exactly as the artist intended.<\/p>\n
A Sweet Deal \u2013 Free Listening for Three Months<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s the cherry on top:eligible customers get up to three months of Apple Music completely free, giving you plenty of time to explore new artists and build your in-car soundtrack.This offer is valid until July 6, 2027, and you can redeem it directly through the Volvo Cars app.<\/p>\n
Which Volvo Models Get This? <\/p>\n
The software update is rolling out to the EX90, ES90, XC90, S90, V90, XC60, S60, V60, XC40, EX40, and EC40\u2014but only model year 2020 and onwards. Timing varies depending on your specific model, so keep an eye on your Volvo Cars app for availability in your region.<\/p>\n
Why This Matters<\/p>\n
This integration represents something bigger than just another in-car feature. As Alwin Bakkenes, Volvo\u2019s head of global software engineering, puts it: \u201cBy bringing Apple Music directly into our cars, we\u2019re making them an extraordinary place to experience music.\u201d It\u2019s a reminder that modern cars aren\u2019t just transportation\u2014they\u2019re personal spaces where technology can enhance our daily experiences.<\/p>\n
For Volvo owners, it means less fumbling with your phone at red lights and more immersive, safer listening on every journey. For Apple Music fans, it\u2019s another reason to stick with the service. And for anyone considering a new electric vehicle, it\u2019s yet another reason why Volvo\u2019s recent lineup deserves serious consideration.<\/p>\n
Tarmac Takeaway<\/p>\n
With over 100 million songs ad-free and cutting-edge audio technology, Volvo\u2019s integration of Apple Music transforms the daily commute into something genuinely special. Whether you\u2019re a road-trip enthusiast or just someone who appreciates great sound, this feature deserves your attention. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Soundtrack to Your Drive Just Became Seriously Premium Imagine cruising down the open road with over 100…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":514734,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[111,139,69,145],"class_list":["post-514733","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-technology","tag-new-zealand","tag-newzealand","tag-nz","tag-technology"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/514733","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=514733"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/514733\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/514734"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=514733"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=514733"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=514733"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}