New elements of Porsche Digital Interaction are the widgets – small interactive applications. These Smartphone-inspired controls provide quick access to various functions. The widgets can be used to display preferred content, such as navigation, media and telephone, directly on the screen. “The widgets have a high-quality visual design and can be used interactively. Certain apps can be displayed in either split-screen or in full-screen mode across the full display area.

“The Themes app enables comprehensive personalization of the digital environment. There are several color worlds to choose from, which influence the lighting mood and the color scheme of the display content. The themes harmonize with each vehicle’s exterior color scheme and can be combined with the ambient lighting,” Porsche said.

With the App Center, Porsche is expanding to include its own apps and those from outside providers. Customers can select apps individually and download and update them directly in the PCM system. “The range covers various different categories – such as audio and video streaming, navigation and parking and charging – and continues to grow rapidly, tailored to respective markets,” Porsche said.

An enhanced voice control system allows the operation of navigation, vehicle functions, media and selected apps. It has an AI-supported Voice Pilot with natural conversation, Google-supported™ POI search and the possibility to ask follow-up questions without repeating “Hey Porsche” each time. There is also a voice-based handbook with tips and what are likely badly needed how-to guides. In the Taycan, the electric charging flap can be opened via voice command.