Showing posts with label Android Auto. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Android Auto. Show all posts

Friday, September 2, 2016

Five Back-To-School Apps That Will Change Your Life


Five Back-To-School Apps That Will Change Your Life

MT. PLEASANT, Mich., - Between study groups, book clubs, and Tuesday Sushi Night downtown, the start of school means your schedule just got a whole lot busier! Keeping track of all the little details like due dates, dress codes, and meeting times can get a little hectic. Thanks to our smartphones, we're able to manage our time a little better. While our phones can truly be the biggest distraction, they can also be our most reliable asset when it comes to time keeping. Check out these five back-to-school apps that will change your life!

  1. MyHomework App: This splashy app is designed to make managing due dates a breeze! Simply input your tasks and check out your calendar anytime to stay on top of your assignments. With the MyHomework App, you'll be acing those classes in no time! The best part? It's free! 
  2.  Peek: This fancy app isn't free ($2.99) however, it makes up for it with a streamline calendar interface that is a breeze to navigate. When we’re on the go, we need a reminder app that’s clean, simple, and easy to input. If it’s a pain to update, that kind of ruins the point, right? The Peek app keeps your calendar clean and stress free so you can get back to what's important.  
  3. Wunderlist: Everyone needs a reminder sometimes for everyday tasks. Aren't our ideas and creative inspirations just as important? We think so! Wunderlist is a wonderful interface that syncs with your phone, tablet, and computer, keeping all of your to-do list items in one place. Wunderlist is free for IOS and Android users. 
  4. Mango Health: Between homework and going to class, keeping track of your health can get lost in the mix. Mango Health is a free way to make sure you keep an eye on the most important part of you: your health. This well-designed app will help keep you on track so you’ll never miss your meds again.
  5. CourseSmart: This app is the number 1 app for digital ebooks and textbooks in the country! View the full content of more than 7,000 textbooks on your iPhone — for free. CourseSmart makes its money through the licensing of e-textbooks, which expire after a certain access period, typically about 180 days. The books cost roughly half as much as their print equivalents, although there's no way to resell or keep the books past the subscription period. We loved this app! 
There you have it, five back-to-school apps that will change your life! We know going back to school is difficult on everyone, especially college students and their families! iPhones and Androids do so much more than just Instagram and SnapChat! Now, through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, you can even stay connected in your vehicle! Be sure to take a look at our technology pages for more information about your car's connectivity features. 

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com

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Friday, March 4, 2016

GMC Upgrades Android Auto Availability

GMC Upgrades Android Auto Availability


MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – The GMC truck you love is getting an upgrade. Starting this year the 2016 Canyon, Sierra, and Yukon models featuring the 8-inch IntelliLink system will be taking their technology to another level as GMC upgrades Android Auto availability.

The software of GMC’s trucks has been focused around connecting the consumer to the modern world. Last year GMC began offering OnStar 4G LTE connectivity, allowing up to seven personal devices to connect to the vehicle as a wifi hot spot. By applying features like Android Auto and Apple CarPlay they join the new era of auto technology.

Here are a few abilities of Android Auto:
  • Access to Google features including Google Maps, Google Now, Google Play
  • Voice Commands
  • Audio and messaging app ecosystem including Spotify and podcast players

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay will be available in 2017 models as well. As GMC upgrades Android Auto availability you can test drive a current 2016 GMC Canyon, with features like all terrain packages and quiet crew cabs this is the truck you've been looking for! Or test drive a new 2016 GMC Sierra which offers towing capacity of over 14,000 lbs and power efficiency that you won't want to miss! If pick-ups are not for you try out the 2016 GMC Yukon, an SUV that makes a statement as it's aerodynamic efficiency gives you a quiet and smooth ride. All of these vehicles can be found at Graff Buick GMC Cadillac!

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com

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Thursday, June 11, 2015

Cadillac The Second Brand To Confirm The Integration Of Apple CarPlay And Android Auto

Cadillac The Second  Brand To Confirm The Integration Of Apple CarPlay And Android Auto


MT.PLEASANT, Mich. – General Motors has announced that Cadillac is the latest car brand planning to integrate Apple CarPlay and Android Auto into new models. Certain models of the carmaker's 2016 lineup will begin including the systems in the next few weeks. Cadillac has other infotainment upgrades planned as well.

We have blogged about the all-new Apple CarPlay and Android Auto systems in the past, with Cadillac being the second brand to confirm the integration of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto after Chevrolet. Plan on seeing them roll out in Cadillac models equipped with CUE (Cadillac User Experience) infotainment system and an 8-inch touchscreen. All 2016 models equipped with the CUE system will be outfitted with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto except for the SRX, which is currently in limbo pending the launch of an all-new 2016 version.

Aside from the addition of Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Cadillac also has plans to update CUE for the upcoming 2016 model year, which includes a faster processor. This processor will enable faster setup, voice recognition, navigation searches and media playing. The navigation component will also get an upgrade with redesigned map screens and a simplified command structure, including one-touch controls.

Chevrolet was the first General Motors brand to announce their plans to integrate this new technology into their system, which makes Cadillac the second brand to confirm the integration of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto! We can only hope that ALL of General Motors' models will integrate this exciting communications and infotainment system! If you would like to learn more about Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, check out this blog post about the new system! If you would like to schedule a test-drive for any of our amazing GM vehicles, feel free to give us a call or stop by! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com 


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