What Entertainment Features Can Drivers Expect?
An unbeatable infotainment system will come standard with the 2021 Envision. The standard screen size will be 8-inches; however, drivers may opt for the inclusion of a 10-inch touch screen instead. This ultimately grants more screen real-estate making the infotainment center’s software easier to navigate. In addition to the traditional features that infotainment centers tend to offer, the infotainment center in the 2021 Envision takes it a step further. Not only can drivers utilize Amazon’s virtual assistant software, commonly known as Alexa, but a wealth of media apps are made available. Among these integrations, listening to music with apps such as Pandora and Spotify is made possible.
The 2021 Envision will come standard with a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, much like the year prior. The 2021 Envision is likely to match the four USB ports found standard on the 2020 Envision along with Bluetooth connectivity. With a built-in Bluetooth, drivers may wirelessly pair their smartphones to the vehicle’s speakers and initiate media playback.
Is Apple CarPlay or Android Auto Included?
Taking the prospect of phone connectivity even further, Buick integrated Apple CarPlay and Android Auto into the Envision back in 2017, and it has become a hallmark ever since. These systems are critically acclaimed software suites developed by Apple and Google. It’s not uncommon for these inclusions to be a priority for many potential vehicle shoppers, and it ultimately boosts the Envision’s appeal.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are well received with fans and critics alike, namely, due to their seamless connection process with smartphones that most drivers already own. Whether it be an iPhone or one of many compatible Android devices, connecting to the infotainment system is easier than ever.
Once connected, these systems will treat drivers to a virtual gateway between their vehicle and their smartphone. Drivers can perform tasks such as making phone calls and sending text messages, without ever taking their hands off the wheel. This is a revolutionary prospect and helps keep drivers focused yet connected at all times. The versatility of Apple CarPlay and Andriod Auto goes even further with native integration with Apple and Google maps for instant turn-by-turn navigation.
Although the infotainment center for 2021 Envision sports the aforementioned Alexa virtual assistant, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto allow you to access Siri and Google Assistant as well. Simply by utilizing voice commands built into these virtual assistants, it’s now possible to get business done on the road without diverting attention. Drivers will also have full access to additional app stores provided by Apple and Google. By utilizing these app stores, owners of the Envision may download apps that further the functions of their existing infotainment centers. There’s plenty to enjoy about the 2021 Envision’s connectivity features as it builds upon last year’s model but retains the best aspects.