Alarm.com for Apple CarPlay provides iOS users with easy access to security controls on the go.
For more information about Apple CarPlay, refer to Apple’s iOS CarPlay.
Features
- Scenes: Residential users can access Home, Away, and their chosen custom scenes
- Notifications: iOS Critical Alerts can be viewed from Apple CarPlay
- Garage Control: Seamlessly open and close eligible garage devices
Chamberlain does not allow MyQ devices to be included in Alarm.com’s Apple CarPlay integration. Chamberlain and Liftmaster MyQ garage devices and any Scenes that include one or more MyQ garage devices will be hidden from the CarPlay app. These devices will continue to be available through the Alarm.com app but will not appear on the Apple CarPlay display. However, Z-Wave™, Genie, and other non-Chamberlain garage controllers are available through Apple CarPlay.
Use the Ecolink Z-Wave Garage Controller control MyQ garage doors with Alarm.com for Apple CarPlay.
Requirements
- A compatible vehicle or stereo system
- A compatible iOS device
- Alarm.com Customer app iOS version 5.10+
- Compatible Alarm.com devices
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Apple CarPlay with multiple systems or Linked Systems?
Yes. Apple CarPlay is available for customers with a multi-system account and Linked Systems. However, customers must switch between accounts using the Alarm.com Customer app. Once complete, the change is reflected on the car display.
Are all alarm.com notifications sent to Apple CarPlay?
No. Only Critical Alerts are sent to Apple CarPlay. Customers must have Critical Alerts enabled.