Hyundai Releases Do-It-Yourself Installation For Smartphone Integrations On Several Existing Models

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Hyundai Releases Do-It-Yourself Installation For Smartphone Integrations On Several Existing Models

Hyundai is Offering Existing Owners the Best Smartphone Integrations for Free Through a Software Update Available on MyHyundai.com

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai is adding smartphone integrations to several existing models today, via do-it-yourself installation. The software update compatible with CarPlay and Android Auto is now available at no cost through MyHyundai.com (http://www.myhyundai.com). The software will also be available at Hyundai dealerships nationwide for an installation fee, starting in June.

                   Compatible Systems

    Year Model                      Trim Details
    ---- -----                      ------------

    2015 Sonata                     With Navigation
    ---- ------                     ---------------

    2016 Sonata                      With the seven-inch touchscreen
                                     display and eight-inch
                                     Navigation
    ----                   ------   --------------------------------

    2015 Genesis                     With the eight-inch touchscreen
                                     Navigation system with rearview
                                     camera
    ----                  -------   --------------------------------

    2016 Genesis                     With the eight-inch touchscreen
                                     Navigation system with rearview
                                     camera
    ----                  -------   --------------------------------

    2016 Elantra GT                 With Navigation
    ---- ----------                 ---------------

    2016 Tucson                     With Navigation
    ---- ------                     ---------------

    2017 Santa Fe                    With the seven-inch touchscreen
                                     display and eight-inch
                                     Navigation
    ----                 --------   --------------------------------

    2017 Santa Fe Sport              With the seven-inch touchscreen
                                     display and eight-inch
                                     Navigation
    ----           --------------   --------------------------------
"Launching smartphone integrations on these existing models through MyHyundai will enhance the overall ownership experience," said Barry Ratzlaff, executive director, digital business planning and connected operations, Hyundai Motor America. "Existing owners can now get the most out of their smartphones, by simply loading new software into their cars' infotainment systems. Just a few years ago, they would have had to buy a new car to get such a powerful upgrade."

This is not the first time Hyundai has made a software upgrade available using the MyHyundai portal. Last year, Android Auto was offered to 2015 Sonata owners with Navigation via MyHyundai.com. Hyundai continues to offer a customer-focused user experience by leveraging the MyHyundai.com platform. MyHyundai.com gives customers the option to update their car for free, on their own schedule. Hyundai will continue to add value to its vehicles with easy-to-do upgrades via MyHyundai.

To complete the software upgrade, owners need their VIN number and a USB memory stick or the SD card from their Navigation system. MyHyundai.com has installation guides to walk customers through the process. In the near future, consumers will have access to do-it-yourself installation videos. The videos will be found on MyHyundai.com and the Hyundai USA YouTube channel and will include detailed download and installation instructions on the software. How-to-use Apple CarPlay and Android Auto videos also are available on MyHyundai.com and the Hyundai USA YouTube channel.

Hyundai will soon make an announcement about CarPlay and Android Auto upgrades for the following 2016 model-year vehicles equipped with Navigation: Sonata Hybrid, Sonata Plug-In Hybrid, Veloster and Azera.

Upgrade Times - Times are dependent on Internet speed

    Year     Model          Trim Details                     Computer Download Time Software           Requires Map Update Via

                                                                                    Upload Time        SD Card

                                                                                    (Inside vehicle)
    ---                                                                             ---------------

    2015     Sonata         With Navigation                            1 - 3 hours            40 mins.              x
    ----     ------         ---------------                            -----------            --------             ---

    2016     Sonata         With Navigation                            1 - 3 hours            40 mins.              x
    ----     ------         ---------------                            -----------            --------             ---

    2016     Sonata          With the seven-inch touchscreen
                             display                                  15 - 30 mins.           20 mins.
    ----             ------ --------------------------------          -------------           --------

    2015    Genesis          With the eight-inch touchscreen
                             Navigation system with rearview
                             camera                                    1 - 3 hours            40 mins.              x
    ----            ------- --------------------------------           -----------            --------             ---

    2016    Genesis          With the eight-inch touchscreen
                             Navigation system with rearview
                             camera                                    1 - 3 hours            40 mins.              x
    ----            ------- --------------------------------           -----------            --------             ---

    2016   Elantra GT       With Navigation                           15 - 30 mins.           20 mins.              x
    ----   ----------       ---------------                           -------------           --------             ---

    2016     Tucson         With Navigation                            1 - 3 hours            40 mins.              x
    ----     ------         ---------------                            -----------            --------             ---

    2017    Santa Fe         With the seven-inch touchscreen
                             display                                  15 - 30 mins.           20 mins.
    ----           -------- --------------------------------          -------------           --------

    2017    Santa Fe        With Navigation                           15 - 30 mins.           20 mins.
    ----    --------        ---------------                           -------------           --------

    2017 Santa Fe Sport      With the seven-inch touchscreen
                             display                                  15 - 30 mins.           20 mins.
    ----     -------------- --------------------------------          -------------           --------

    2017 Santa Fe Sport     With Navigation                           15 - 30 mins.           20 mins.
    ---- --------------     ---------------                           -------------           --------
Dealer Fees

If a customer does not wish to complete the software download and upload procedure on their own, they can take their vehicle into their local dealer. The dealer will charge the customer a fee for the labor required to install the software.

Do-It-Yourself Integration Smartphone Videos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uKZ5m4fXEeY - Android Auto(TM) Update for Compatible Vehicles with Navigation - Hyundai Insider

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmnH1dMF-Cc - Apple CarPlay(TM) Update for Compatible Vehicles with Display Audio - Hyundai Insider

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKQGHMJyyKg - Android Auto(TM) Update for Compatible Vehicles with Display Audio - Hyundai Insider

Apple CarPlay

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CarPlay is the smarter, safer and easier way to use an iPhone(®) in the car and gives users the features they want such as Phone, Messages, Music and Maps, while allowing them to stay focused on the road.

CarPlay delivers an instantly recognizable experience to iPhone users that will help them be instantly familiar and comfortable inside their Hyundai. CarPlay support lets drivers make calls, get directions optimized for traffic conditions, listen to music and access messages. With CarPlay, Siri provides drivers an eyes-free experience by responding to requests through voice commands that are easily and directly accessed through the steering wheel's voice button. Using a Lightning connector, CarPlay works with iPhone 5 and newer models running the iOS 7.1 or higher operating systems. The CarPlay roster of supported apps can be found at the following link: http://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/.

Android Auto

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Similar to CarPlay, Android Auto helps keep drivers' eyes and attention on the road by integrating the advanced driving-related functions of the user's smartphone with the familiar centralized screen, physical controls and microphone of their car. Furthermore, the smartphone's screen becomes "locked," so drivers are not tempted to look down and interact with their phones directly, while Android Auto is in use.

Owners will need the Android 5.0 "Lollipop" operating system or later and the Android Auto companion app on their compatible phone to utilize Android Auto. A micro USB cable is required to connect the phone to the car's USB port. The first time an owner plugs his or her phone into their parked compatible Hyundai, the phone will prompt the download of the Android Auto companion app from the Google Play store. Users of Android Auto will instantly recognize familiar Android phone applications, such as Google Maps, Google Now, messaging, phone calling and Google Play Music. These applications can be controlled by voice, steering wheel controls and touchscreen. Android Auto will also offer many popular third-party audio apps, including iHeartRadio, Spotify, TuneIn, NPR, Stitcher, Slacker, Skype, TextMe and many more.

Display Audio

Hyundai's Display Audio system features a high-resolution seven-inch color touch-screen display optimized specifically for smartphone integrations and Blue Link(®). In addition, Display Audio incorporates Hyundai's latest and most innovative in-vehicle technology by offering a simple, multi-use home screen, HD Radio(®) capability, mixed AM, FM and SiriusXM presets, along with Pandora-link integration.

Additional Display Audio Features:

    --  Integration with Apple's Siri Eyes Free and CarPlay
        --  Functionality allows owners of compatible vehicles to use the voice
            command button on the steering wheel to ask Siri questions without
            taking their eyes off the road
        --  Supports making calls, selecting and playing music, composing and
            reading back text messages, using Maps and getting directions,
            reading notifications, finding calendar information, and adding
            reminders, among other functions
    --  Integration with Google's voice actions and predictive Google Now
        functionality through Android Auto
        --  Functionality allows owners of compatible vehicles to find
            destinations in Google Maps, set appointment reminders, make and
            receive calls, respond to text messages with intuitive voice
            commands and more
    --  Pandora integration
    --  SiriusXM Satellite Radio with enhanced features
        --  Pause, back and play for current station
        --  Automatic recording of top six presets
    --  SiriusXM Travel Link
        --  Sports scores and schedules, stock ticker, movie times, fuel prices
            and weather/alerts
    --  Advanced voice recognition
    --  Multi-touch screen that supports swipe and wipe gestures
    --  New home screen with multiple functions
Eight-Inch Navigation System

Hyundai's eight-inch navigation system offers an enhanced display and home screen that shows map and music information, regardless of the music source.

Blue Link

Blue Link brings seamless connectivity directly into the car with technology like Remote Start with Climate Control, a Monthly Vehicle Health Report, Remote Door Lock/Unlock, Car Finder and Stolen Vehicle Recovery. Remote features can be accessed via Hyundai's smartphone app or Web portal. Blue Link also features maintenance alerts and safety features, such as Automatic Collision Notification and SOS. The Blue Link system uses a 4G connection. The Blue Link Connected Care package includes safety and diagnostic features and is standard for one year on equipped models.

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 830 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by the Hyundai Assurance program, which includes the 5-year/60,000-mile fully transferable new vehicle limited warranty, Hyundai's 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty and five years of complimentary Roadside Assistance. Hyundai Blue Link Connected Care provides owners of Hyundai models equipped with the Blue Link telematics system with proactive safety and car care services complimentary for one year with enrollment. These services include Automatic Collision Notification, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Vehicle Diagnostic Alert, Monthly Vehicle Health Report and In-Vehicle Service Scheduling.

For more details on Hyundai Assurance, please visit http://www.HyundaiAssurance.com.

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