2023 TOYOTA PRIUS INFOTAINMENT REVIEW: 12.3" TOUCHSCREEN HOW-TO-USE, APPLE CARPLAY & ANDROID AUTO

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This video provides a comprehensive walkthrough of the 2023 Toyota Prius and Prius Prime's infotainment system, focusing on the 12.3-inch touchscreen and the 7-inch gauge cluster/head-up display. The reviewer highlights the system's ease of use and the usefulness of features like wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. While the gauge cluster can appear busy, the reviewer emphasizes the importance of user familiarization. The central touchscreen is praised for its persistent menu and integration of various functions, including navigation, media, and vehicle settings. A notable positive is the solar energy screen, which visually tracks energy gained from the roof-mounted solar panel, offering an estimated range contribution. The reviewer also touches upon the profile saving feature, which personalizes settings across Toyota/Lexus vehicles. On the downside, the reviewer notes that the system's resolution for CarPlay/Android Auto isn't the highest, and the lack of dual-zone climate control is a minor surprise. Overall, the system is deemed a significant improvement over previous generations and is considered user-friendly.