Can I use Android Auto or CarPlay with ´óÏó´«Ã½ Sounds?

Yes, you can. The ´óÏó´«Ã½ Sounds app includes support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

To enjoy ´óÏó´«Ã½ Sounds’ in-car experience, Android owners canÌýconnect to a compatible car displayÌýon any Android phone running Android 5.0 or above. iPhone owners will need an Apple CarPlay equipped vehicle.Ìý

Here's what you'll see in theÌýcar-friendly view of the ´óÏó´«Ã½ÌýSounds app:

  • Browse:ÌýHave a look through our simplified Podcasts, Music Mixes andÌýRecommended menus
  • Stations*:ÌýListen live to all of the ´óÏó´«Ã½â€™s national stations across the UK, as well as our Sounds exclusive stations.
  • My Sounds: Easy access to all of the radio programmes, podcasts and music mixes you're subscribed to or have added to your Bookmarks
  • Downloads: Offline playback of programmes you've downloaded onto the app

A simplified touch interface makes it easy to skip to the next episode or jump backwards and forwards 20 seconds within a programme on both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The Android Auto experience also allows you to play and pause using your voice, so you can control the playback without taking your hands from the wheel.

*Please note, local radio stations aren't currently available on Android Auto or CarPlay.Ìý

At the moment, Google Assistant Driving Mode isn't supported, however we'll update this page if anything changes.

Need help setting up the Android Auto app or Apple CarPlay?

  • Android Auto app: visit for help
  • Apple CarPlay: visit for help
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Please remember when using the ´óÏó´«Ã½ÌýSounds app in your car it is your responsibility to always:

  • Follow safe driving practices (i.e. focus on the road at all times and don't be distracted)
  • Comply with all relevant laws, traffic regulation and road signs

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