Apple CarPlay is now available on Chirp! With CarPlay, you can use your car's built-in display to safely listen to your Chirp audiobooks while you drive. Follow the steps below to use Chirp with Apple CarPlay!
To use CarPlay, please make sure that you've updated to the latest version of the Chirp app. You can update the app by clicking the link below on your mobile device:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/chirp-books/id1438652819
Setting Up
Before your drive, make sure you download your audiobook for offline listening to avoid any disruptions. See this help article to learn how to download your books.
- Connect your iPhone or iPad to your car via USB or wireless Auto-Join.
- If CarPlay’s home screen doesn’t appear, select CarPlay on the display of your car.
- Open the Chirp app via the Apps menu.
- Pick a title to play from your Library.
Listening using CarPlay
Once you've selected an audiobook using the Chirp app, you can control your listening experience using your car's built in controls on the Now Playing screen or using controls on your steering wheel. The Chirp app for CarPlay allows you play, pause, fast forward/rewind 15 seconds, and navigate among chapters.
Additional Resources
Need more help getting CarPlay set up? See Apple's guide here: https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/
Have questions or comments about the Chirp app for CarPlay? Please reach out by emailing us at support@chirpbooks.com.
Safe drive and happy listening!