The tiny tweak that changed how I use Android Auto in my cars

The secret is buried in the Android Auto app settings on your device. After you are in the Android Auto menu, look for the ...

Pioneer head unit brings Dolby Atmos and spatial audio to your car

Pioneer Sphera is the first aftermarket model to offer the tech and promises Dolby Atmos even from simple, four-speaker ...

Pioneer bringing a premium CarPlay feature to existing cars

Pioneer was first to bring Apple CarPlay to existing cars in 2014, and now the company is pulling off another CarPlay first. At CES 2026, Pioneer is announcing its new Sphera aftermarket in-dash ...

CES 2026: Pioneer Announces First Aftermarket CarPlay Unit With Spatial Audio

Pioneer today announced a new in-dash receiver that supports Dolby Atmos audio playback within Apple CarPlay, extending the ...
CNET

Add Dolby Atmos to the Car You Already Own With Pioneer Sphera

Pioneer’s new Sphera Apple Carplay receiver claims to be the world’s first aftermarket Dolby Atmos car audio upgrade.
Cult of Mac

New aftermarket CarPlay receiver brings Spatial Audio to older vehicles

CarPlay receivers aren't new, but one with Spatial Audio is. Enter Pioneer Sphera CarPlay receiver with Dolby Atmos.