#philippines car tech

It’s 2026, let’s establish the bare minimums for in-car tech with five features that should be standard. It’s easy to get lost in the sauce or blinded by all of the tech features available in new cars today. So, to help you navigate the fun-filled world of automotive tech, I’ve assembled a list of 5 tech features cars should have in 2026. Apple CarPlay has been in the Philippines longer, thanks to the vertical integration of Apple; all iPhones were able to take advantage of the feature earlier than Android users (well, officially anyway). Or should it be USB-C?” Personally, I have both with me at all times, but as a tech nerd, I almost always (well, nowadays) carry a USB Type-C cord with me. USB Type-A has slipped to the back of my tech bag, Most USB charging ports in cars nowadays are at the very least 2.4 amps, or about 5 to 10 Watts. Of course, you can argue that a 360-degree camera system is better, and that’s the tech that we want to see in every car in 2026. In fact, retrofitting a backup-cam-ready infotainment system with a reverse camera is a common practice among car owners in the Philippines, with some companies coming out with a 360-degree kit, even. Read more in our articles including "5 Tech Features Cars Should Have in 2026" and "Moo Mini Cards: An Expensive Lesson in Proofreading".