Apple has launched a test app for vehicle manufacturers working to integrate its digital Car Keys software (via 9 to 5 Mac).
Apple’s Digital Car Key feature allows users to unlock and start a compatible vehicle by holding an iPhone or Apple Watch to the driver’s side door. Car keys are stored in the Wallet app, just like a credit card. The feature is currently limited to select BMW, Kia and Genesis vehicles.
Called “Car Key Tests,” the new app allows licensed MFi developers to test and validate their own integration of digital car key technology, which Apple announced in July 2022.
Apple describes the developer tool as follows:
For use by MFi licensees only. Use the Car Keys Tests app to test and validate connectivity, performance, and other key requirements for the certification process for vehicles you develop that incorporate Apple’s digital car key technology.
“Car Key Tests” is not listed in the App Store, but there is a direct link to view and download the app. However, only developers with MFi licenses will be able to get past the login screen.
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