February 5 news, about the progress of Apple car, has always been happy for people, at present we do not know when Apple will launch its own model, but from its successive applications for related patents, we may find some clues. A few days ago, Apple applied for a new car intelligent sunroof patent.
According to the published patent information, the patent can change the transparency of the car's windows, and the occupants of the car can easily adjust the brightness of the car by pressing the button. The patent is named "Movable Panel Component", which is described as "a variable translucent region switches from a dimmed state to a dimmed state as the movable panel component moves from the closed position to the open position, and the variable translucent area switches from the lighted state to the darkened state as the movable panel component moves from the open position to the closed position." ”
The information shows that the patent has been authorized on the 1st of this month, but obtaining authorization does not mean that it will be mass-produced immediately, but it reflects that Apple is making full preparations for its creation plan.
According to current news, Apple expects to announce key information about its car-building plans this year and officially launch its first model in 2025. Apple is currently discussing supply plans with a number of third-party companies, and the final production of the new car may be the responsibility of the joint venture between Magna and LG.