In no particular order, here are our favourite Ford SYNC Apps you can install on your Ford vehicle.
Ford + Alexa. One of our favourite apps (coming soon to Canada)…
Waze Navigation & Live Traffic.
AccuWeather.
Stitcher.
CitySeeker.
Pandora Radio.
iHeartRadio.
How do I get apps on my Ford?
Can I install apps on Sync 3?
With SYNC®3 and AppLink®, you’ll be able to take command of your smartphone’s applications with voice-activated technology or with a quick tap of the touchscreen. AppLink® requires any compatible apps to be installed and running on a capable smartphone while connected to Ford SYNC®3.
What apps are available for Ford Sync? – Related Questions
Which apps work with Ford Sync 3?
The following iPhone and Android voice-activated apps are supported through SYNC 3 with AppLink:
Spotify.
Pandora.
IHeartAuto.
MLB.com at Bat.
Glympse.
Domino’s.
Can I watch movies on Ford Sync 3?
To watch movies on Ford Sync while driving, you need to have Ford Sync 3 or Ford Sync 4. Prior iterations of the Ford Sync (first generation or Ford Sync 2) won’t work.
How do I enable mobile apps on Ford Sync 3?
Press the Apps icon in the Feature bar at the bottom of the SYNC 3 touchscreen. Press the icon of the app you wish to use. Note: You may be prompted with messaging asking you to enable mobile apps. Select Yes to enable mobile apps.
How do I mirror my Android to Ford Sync 3?
To enable Android Auto, press the Settings icon in the Feature Bar at the bottom of the touchscreen. Next, press the Android Auto Preferences icon (you may need to swipe the touchscreen to the left to see this icon), and choose Enable Android Auto. Finally, your phone must be connected to SYNC 3 via a USB cable.
Can I use WhatsApp with SYNC 3?
Replying to text messages using SYNC 3 is not supported by iPhone. Text messages from WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger are not supported.
How do I use Google Maps on Ford Sync 3?
What navigation apps work with Ford Sync?
Sygic is the first mobile navigation app to take advantage of Ford AppLink capability to move mobile navigation from the phone screen to the in-vehicle touch screen. Available in more than 200 countries and about 40 languages, Sygic technology is used by 150 million smartphone owners across the globe.
Google Maps no longer is able to send to sync. I think it’s licensing related. The way to go now is to use the Sync App directly. Probably because they wanted to sell Android Auto.
Why was Ford Sync discontinued?
Why was SYNC Services discontinued? SYNC Services relied on technology that is no longer being supported. While this technology was useful when the feature launched, it is no longer the best way to support owner needs. We will continue to focus efforts on new technologies.
Is Ford Sync still supported?
Ford is slowly inputting Sync 4 into new vehicles. The vehicles that currently have Sync 4 installed are the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E, the 2021 Ford F-150, the 2021 Ford Bronco, and the 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. Other vehicles might get the new system in the next few years, as it gets integrated into more models.
Can I upgrade my Ford to SYNC 3?
If you’re asking, “Can I upgrade my Ford SYNC® to SYNC® 3?” Unfortunately, the answer is no. That’s because newer Ford models equipped with SYNC® 3 have built-in hardware specific for this system, making it impossible for older models without this hardware to complete the upgrade.
What is the difference between SYNC and SYNC 3?
Sync 2 uses a resistive display (think of what touchscreen phones were like before the iPhone), and Sync 3 uses a capacitive display (like the iPhone). Sync 2 does NOT support Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, if you absolutely must have these features, you have to have Sync 3.
Note: While you cannot upgrade to a newer SYNC system, you can still check if your SYNC is operating on the latest version. To check for software updates please visit ford.com/support and enter your VIN.
Is FordPass the same as SYNC?
FordPass Connect is the embedded modem that provides internet access directly from the vehicle and allows access to vehicle data for the activation of connected vehicle features. The modem is formerly known as SYNC Connect for 2017 and 2018 model year vehicles.
Is Ford Sync 3 update free?
SYNC updates are free to download via Wi-Fi (SYNC 3 and SYNC 4 & SYNC 4A only) or by using a USB drive. Visit the SYNC and Navigation Update page to see if you have SYNC or Navigation updates available for your vehicle. You may also visit your local Ford Dealer for assistance.
How do I know if I have SYNC 2 or 3?
One of the easiest ways to tell what version of SYNC you have is to look at your center console. Click on the SYNC setup below that looks closest to what’s in your vehicle to see the included features.