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Old Nov 17, 2024 | 02:39 PM
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Got an email from Ford this morning

We hope you’re enjoying Ford Premium Connectivity.*


https://www.ford.com/support/how-tos...PCON_TP1_1_NT/

Has anyone used it yet, and how do you like it? I have no idea what it is yet, and don't plan on digging into the truck SYNC today, have too many other things to do. Is it good or a waste of time?
 
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Old Nov 17, 2024 | 03:41 PM
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Sounds like a pitch for a subscription service.
 
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Old Nov 17, 2024 | 05:22 PM
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I think it's the 4G wireless feature through the truck. A hotspot, so to speak. I didn't keep it on my Silverado or Sierra and I doubt I'll keep it on this. The signal is better on the trucks, though, due to the external antennas.
 
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Old Nov 17, 2024 | 05:37 PM
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I think it's the 4G wireless feature through the truck. A hotspot, so to speak. I didn't keep it on my Silverado or Sierra and I doubt I'll keep it on this. The signal is better on the trucks, though, due to the external antennas.
It's a bit more than that - it takes some data features you could do with Android Auto or Apple Carplay and add similar functionality to the Sync infotainment system - like streaming music services, news, games, audiobooks, etc. Anyone with a modern smartphone is probably better off using their own cellular data plan and their respective brand of automotive screen sharing.
 
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Old Nov 17, 2024 | 07:26 PM
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It's a bit more than that - it takes some data features you could do with Android Auto or Apple Carplay and add similar functionality to the Sync infotainment system - like streaming music services, news, games, audiobooks, etc. Anyone with a modern smartphone is probably better off using their own cellular data plan and their respective brand of automotive screen sharing.
I think I had something like that with my 2500HD... I was able to use some of my phone's apps right on the truck's screen... I can't do that with my Ford. That makes sense. With Chevrolet, that was part of the OnStar thing, via ATT. I discontinued it after the trial period because, well, my phone already did it.
 
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Well, further digging into this. Its basically Internet for the truck. After 1 year its $10 a month to stay connected. It allows Alexa to comm unicate so it can stream its junk.

Key Features
Your Favorite Music and Playlists
Your Favorite Music and Playlists
Ask Alexa* to play your go-to albums and artists using Amazon Music or Spotify. You can even ask Alexa to stream your own lovingly crafted playlists – whether your passengers want to hear them or not.

Interactive, In-Vehicle Games
Interactive, In-Vehicle Games
Take the Quiz of the Day on your way to work, play group or kid-approved games with friends and family – plus, enable thousands of additional games using Alexa Skills.

Flash Briefings and Long Form News
Flash Briefings and Long Form News
Stay up to date with breaking news on-the-go. Simply ask Alexa to “Play the news” or ask for your Flash Briefing – providing a quick rundown of today’s top headlines.

Podcasts, Audiobooks and More
Podcasts, Audiobooks and More
Catch the latest episode of your favorite podcast, listen to audiobooks, even learn a new language – and so much more. Because with Ford Premium Connectivity, every drive has as story to tell.
 
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