Isolated view of Ford SYNC 3 system and steering wheel

Best features and functions of SYNC AppLink

We have to hand it to Ford here – in terms of tech advancement, no other vehicle manufacturer comes close to what it’s been able to produce. All new Ford models are outfitted with SYNC® infotainment technology, which plays out as its own full operating system, in the same vein as Apple’s iOS and Android OS. Today, our Sherwood Ford team wants to show you some of the best features and functions of SYNC AppLink, Ford’s in-house app suite – check out all that you can do inside your model of choice!  

How to access and enable mobile apps in SYNC AppLink

To give you a more comprehensive overview of how to use your AppLink interface, we’ve provided a helpful video below showing you how to get connected and set up; check it out!



SYNC AppLink features and operation

AppLink is one of the most advanced app integration systems on the automotive market – it utilizes full voice recognition technology that you can use to listen to music and podcasts, call your friends, get directions, and even more just by speaking! All you have to do is connect your compatible smartphone to the SYNC system, and you’ll have all the best tech features at your disposal!

What apps are available with SYNC AppLink?

Most new Ford vehicles are outfitted with the SYNC®3 infotainment interface, and it comes with plenty of great apps that can help you stream your favourite songs or navigate your way around town. Some of the best apps that are currently available for download with AppLink include:

  • Tidal Music
  • Ford + Alexa (Not available Yet in Canada)
  • IHeartRadio
  • Slacker Radio
  • Pandora
  • Waze Navigation & Live Travel

The best part is that all of these apps are completely free to download and use, so there’s no reason not to!


Read More: How to update your Ford SYNC App


Test drive a new Ford vehicle at Sherwood Ford in Edmonton AB

If you’re interested in checking out an AppLink-equipped Ford model today, we encourage you to contact our Sherwood Ford team. Our inventory is full of some of the most advanced vehicles on the modern market, and we’re happy to help you get set up for a test drive.