Swiss show unveils top gear

APPLE’s next move in hands-free smartphone technology for drivers will be to unveil a new, integrated iPhone voice-control system at the Geneva Motor Show.

The company’s CarPlay will debut in Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz and Volvo vehicles at the show. The software system allows drivers to control their iPhones via touch and voice.

Carmakers already have enabled access to smartphones via bluetooth technology, but Apple’s latest offering will seamlessly integrate iPhone functionality with dashboard-mounted display and speaker systems.