The Ultimate Guide to Kia’s Infotainment System: Tips and Tricks for Users

Few sensations are better than cruising down a picturesque highway with the windows down, wind in your hair, and tunes streaming through your speakers. Your Kia is equipped with a Kia infotainment system that is capable of keeping you entertained and connected during your drive. Depending on which vehicle you choose you may have either an 8″ touchscreen display or a 12.3″ touchscreen display with navigation. Before visiting your Kia dealer, let’s check out how this system can benefit you.

Smartphone Integration

When you connect your smartphone to your infotainment system via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, you can access a suite of applications on your touchscreen display. Easily listen to audiobooks or podcasts and stream music from your favorite apps. Another benefit of this integration is the ability to cast your chosen navigation provider from your phone to your infotainment system. For safety, you can send texts, answer calls, and even activate certain features using your phone’s voice assistant.

Voice Commands

In addition to synchronizing with your phone’s system, your new Kia comes with its own assistant, so you can keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel. Using your voice, you can control various features through your infotainment system. To find out what commands are recognized, press the Voice button on your steering wheel and say, “Help.” The available commands will then be displayed on your screen.

If Apple CarPlay or Android Auto is active, Kia’s voice recognition system will not respond as Siri or Google will be the primary voice assistant.

Integrated Blue Light Filter

We spend more than enough time looking at screens, and it isn’t doing any favors for our eyes. Kia has integrated a blue light filter into some of its infotainment systems that, when activated, can fight driver fatigue, and reduce eye strain.

Kia Connect

After picking up your new Kia, one of the first things you should do is activate your Kia Connect free trial. Once you download the app, it will sync to your infotainment system, turning your smartphone or smartwatch into a remote control with services for convenience, security, and safety.

The app will turn your compatible device into a digital key that will allow you to lock/unlock and start/stop your car from anywhere. You will also be able to access the climate controls and optional heated/ventilated seats, so you never have to get into a sweltering hot or freezing cold vehicle again.

Are you ready to play with Kia’s infotainment system? Stop by and visit us at Hayward Kia in Hayward, CA.

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