Porsche infotainment upgraded with wireless Android Auto and more

Porsche has revealed a substantial upgrade to Porsche Communication Management (PCM) 6.0, bringing a new look, new wireless connectivity, and improved streaming services to the central infotainment system.

Included in the update is new colour icons on the screen, crisper graphics and, for the first time, wireless Android Auto. The new Porsche PCM 6.0 sat-nav also includes a revised route monitor, in which relevant events can be individually displayed or hidden during the trip.

While cable-free Android Auto joins wireless Apple CarPlay, a useful new feature to some users is Spotify 'standalone' – which allows access to songs, playlists and podcasts without needing a phone connected, although it can still be accessed via both platforms.

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As with many German makers improving voice recognition, Porsche has updated voice-assistant so it now enables voice control of the PCM’s News app, music streaming, and even the operating manual.

The new functions are standard on every newly configured Porsche 911, Cayenne, Panamera and Taycan, although some can be spec-dependent.

Further improvement in the software for Porsche's electric models is a new charging-planner system so that drivers can navigate their way around a city or along a journey without missing an EV charger. Not just flagging any charging stations, the system prioritises those that offer faster charging so that the drive is as efficient as possible.