2020 Ford SYNC3 expert infotainment review! Apple CarPlay + Android Auto

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Is Ford SYNC3 one of the best infotainment systems on the market? Paul reviews Ford's Sync3 infotainment system in the 2020 Ford Fiesta ST. The screen software has recently been updated and it comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Does it work well? Watch and find out!
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@turbogeek.421 3 жыл бұрын

Doesn't actually show Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.

@quaaludes7898 3 жыл бұрын

Is this an update that is released on all sync3 systems or is it just on 2020 cars

@cameronm4201 4 жыл бұрын

We got SYNC 3 in our 2016.75 Focus and it was the first version of it, 3.0, officially it only updates to 3.2 but there is a crack of the dealer upgrade tool that updates it to 3.4 and it is a hell of a lot quicker in starting up, loading nav, going between screens. A nice upgrade .

@CarExpertAus 4 жыл бұрын

👌

@paulstamp3311 2 жыл бұрын

does the screen drop down?

@aaaaplay 4 жыл бұрын

Two great features not mentioned with Sync 3. First, if you hold the voice button down you can access Siri or Google Assistant bypassing the in-built voice control. Secondly, CarPlay and Android Auto integration, means that all the icons will change in that bottom row and if you press maps it will go to Apple or Google Maps, same with the phone button. Plus Android Auto will send directions to the screen in the cluster. Best integration I’ve seen.

@CarExpertAus 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@assortedpov9722 4 жыл бұрын

Do you know if you can use Maps.me through Apple CarPlay? I haven't even bothered trying CarPlay yet because the Sync 3 interface's navigation and music are good enough generally but I'm curious to see what the Apple interface is like

@edgarchieng2130 4 жыл бұрын

Yes! Infotainment is super important considering it's the only thing you interact with when you drive apart from driving itself. Although none of the current Ford lineup interest me it's good to know they have good system! Next up for review shouod be tbe FCA system

@CarExpertAus 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, we have some FCA cars coming soon. So keep an eye out for our UConnect review soon.

@vintsent7749 4 жыл бұрын

Pro tip on the new Ford infosystem: always in night-mode. Much cleaner

@Chris-uo5fz 4 жыл бұрын

How?

@MrPikkoz 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree , the GUI daytime colour palette it's not easy on the eyes and all that white it looks out of Place in that interior and by todays standards even a bit outdated.

@bigmeatyhooks Жыл бұрын

@@MrPikkoz try the 2018 version if you want outdated…

@jeenraj403 11 ай бұрын

Does sync 3 supports wireless apple carplay and android auto?

@jamesbarratt593 6 күн бұрын

Number one thing we want to know and you did not say it. How to play music from iphone through stereo

@andrewcampbell7889 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant review. Concise and informative. Definitely answered all of my questions. Thanks Paul.

@JureLoncar 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 2018 ford fiesta vignale and I don’t know how to set up ford pass connect or the traffic list for navigation so that it would tell me where was an accident or a congestion and re-route me

@shanecolton3500 4 жыл бұрын

The one thing annoys me with the latest Ford Sync system and is such a let down is 'everything' is touchscreen. The tune knob is so redundant and should be used to scroll through the menus or radio channels. Honestly if there was a way to reprogramme the tune knob to use as a scroller through the infotainment, I would buy the latest Focus

@CarExpertAus 4 жыл бұрын

Good point, Shane!

@mansour2935 2 жыл бұрын

Can I install this meter for my Ford Taurus, the Chinese version?2021

@russky68 2 ай бұрын

Yehhh just knowhere to put your phone when using car play 👍🏻

@leemadden3able 9 ай бұрын

Can’t find the ambient light setting on my sync 3

@msjhudson2049 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, can you control your climate controls through Ford Sync 3 and Voice control?

@ajtuiafiso 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Paul love your reviews, quick question whilst playing music, do notifications still come up as in when there’s a red light camera or when you a navigating finding an address does it still mute the music momentarily before resuming?

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Aj. Thanks for the message and apologies for the late reply! Yes notifications still pop up if music is playing. We tried this recently using Waze and a pop-up appears at the bottom of the screen if you are using CarPlay. If you're not using CarPlay notifications only appear if the app is open from memory.

@marklightwood2077 2 жыл бұрын

How do I set sat nav to show speed cameras on a ford kuga 2020

@MAYANEGYPTIAN 4 жыл бұрын

i came here looking for a decent Android Auto review but nothing found...

@garyboocker7303 2 жыл бұрын

GREAT VIDEO, THANKS. THE CAR I HAVE AT THE MOMENT REQUIRES A CABLE TO CONNECT MY PHONE (ANDROID) TO SCREEN TO USE ANDROID AUTO, NOTHING BUT CONNECTION ISSUES. THE BLUETOOTH IS SO MUCH BETTER FROM WHAT I HAVE SEEN.

@paulallenMacca 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing is it not possible to use CarPlay on my Ford Focus Titanium Edition 2020 Model as when I connect it to my car and unplug the apple usb cable I can only have CarPlay when it’s attached by the usb cable.

@vasilisgiannopoulos9476 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant review and very helpfully. 👌🏻👌🏻 I have one question I connect my phone and my Spotify but the sound doesn’t work !! Do you know how I can fix that ?

@theofilosnikas6459 2 жыл бұрын

hey paul do you know if i can play a video from my playlist? (usb)

@tiguansamad432 3 жыл бұрын

Can i watch youtube in the screen of my kuga 2021

@joelhalliday9252 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve got a new transit does this mean it has its own WiFi or not it confuses me

@craigyearbury5688 4 жыл бұрын

Needs to be able to save favourite phone numbers on the screen somewhere! Is this an option I don’t know about? Just bought a ranger FX4 (first ford I’ve had)

@lucifersbean9017 3 жыл бұрын

Does Apple car play work through Bluetooth or only cable?

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Just with a cable unfortunately!

@lucifersbean9017 3 жыл бұрын

@@CarExpertAus so can you connect your phone via normal Bluetooth to play music? :)

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

@@lucifersbean9017 Yes you can. You can connect over Bluetooth for calls and music, but that's driven by the user on the phone. You can only connect to CarPlay with a USB cable, at which point it can be driven by the user on screen.

@augustmosco 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul, great video. I have the SYNC3 on my 2019 Ecosport. Love the car but I keep on losing my GPS and the map goes crazy. Is there any adjustment I can do for this problem? Thanks again.

@marionperrin6164 2 жыл бұрын

Pick up st line kuga last, same problem within a day! Dealer had it in, all fixed…..no started going crazy before I reached home. Going back, fed up

@silvanofalivena9642 4 жыл бұрын

Nice Review! Is there an option for a „dark mode“ display in the settings? And can I turn it on during daylight?

@taniaa.5868 4 жыл бұрын

There is an "automatic" one yes!

@assortedpov9722 4 жыл бұрын

@@taniaa.5868 There's also the option to make it always stay in dark mode too. I use it on mine

@peterdavies8673 Жыл бұрын

Can anyone give me step by step guide to installing destination on satnav

@WebbyOnCars 4 жыл бұрын

Nice review Paul. It’s definitely one of the easier systems I’ve come across!

@CarExpertAus 4 жыл бұрын

Ford has done a great job with it. I'm keen to have a play with the online services gear coming with Ranger soon!

@WebbyOnCars 4 жыл бұрын

CarExpert I’m looking forward to seeing how that works too!

@arontudesov3661 3 жыл бұрын

SYNC does not allow you to use inbuilt navigation while using Android Auto/ CarPlay. Otherwise a great system.

@linzry89 3 жыл бұрын

Is this while your phone is plugged in with a cable? If you wanted to use inbuilt navigation and not the phone map apps - then you could just not plug your phone in for that time??? Thanks

@kotevski1 2 жыл бұрын

Or there a DARK MODE on this?

@magiccity5529 4 жыл бұрын

Does the SE version has sync 3 or CarPlay?

@CarExpertAus 4 жыл бұрын

It depends on the country. In Australia all Ford vehicles have Sync3 and smartphone mirroring technology.

@lawrencegatt4515 4 жыл бұрын

So is it on all the new Fords ?

@CarExpertAus 4 жыл бұрын

Most new Fords I believe. In fact, I can't really think of any Fords that now don't have the Sync3 infotainment system :-D

@WebbyOnCars 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, even on the vans too!

@lawrencegatt4515 4 жыл бұрын

Webby On Cars can u up date a 2015 Ford Focus i have 2 of them 1 is an RS . Reply

@WebbyOnCars 4 жыл бұрын

@@lawrencegatt4515 a quick google search suggests that yes you can. it wouldn't be cheap though!

@allfitat56 4 жыл бұрын

Got say I miss my Sync 3. Even if it was the older version. Kia did a good job in the stinger but miss voice control in the native infotainment system rank goodness for Android Auto

@CarExpertAus 4 жыл бұрын

It’s surprising how good Sync3 is compared to the competitors. Despite how basic it looks, it’s very functional and usable!

@allfitat56 4 жыл бұрын

@@CarExpertAus The challenge is always going to be to innovate and compete with Apple Carplay and Android Auto

@CarExpertAus 4 жыл бұрын

Very true!

@sandieeames8988 2 жыл бұрын

Hi There....just picked up my FX4 Ford Ute and when I sync my phone through bluetooth it keeps saying iphone 2. Can I change this to my name as I would also like to blue tooth my husbands iphone as well

@kuyakent3115 3 жыл бұрын

Can u change the Ambient lighting?

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

I don't think so! That may come as a model year change, but I don't think it can be changed at the moment.

@adrianivasku6400 2 жыл бұрын

Can somebody use a normal phone and actually show android auto ?

@professional-gt-gaming4874 Жыл бұрын

Vous savez quoi? J'aime mieux ma voiture avec le Am Fm et le lecteur cd , pas de caméra de recul , ça l'aide à garder les muscles du cou actif !😁 je me souviens auparavant quand nous parlions d'espace de chargement ,de confort , de tenue de route et de puissance , c'était ce qui en faisais une bonne voiture !