Science & Tech · Big Tech & Internet · 8 hrs ago
PlugShare updates iPhone app with dark mode and rebuilt Apple Watch tools
PlugShare released version 8.0 worldwide for iPhone on November 10, with changes to its electric vehicle charging app.
The update adds dark mode that follows iPhone settings, a feature users had often requested.
Its trip planner now shows the distance to each charging stop from the trip’s start and the previous stop.
A rebuilt Apple Watch app lists nearby stations with directions and details about their plugs, using filters set on the iPhone.
These tools help drivers find chargers that suit their vehicle and plan when to stop.
Android users can expect a redesign and dark mode in early 2027, according to PlugShare.
PlugShare version 8.0 arrives worldwide for iPhone on November 10 with dark mode and a rebuilt Apple Watch app.
The update adds trip-planning details showing the distance between charging stops and from the trip’s start.
The Apple Watch app lists nearby charging stations with distances and directions, using filters set on the iPhone.
Other changes include faster access to saved locations, trips and profiles, and the ability to open station photos from thumbnails.
PlugShare says Android users will get dark mode and a redesign based on Google’s Material 3 in early 2027.
- Who
- PlugShare is updating its app for EV drivers.
- What
- Version 8.0 adds dark mode, trip-planning details and a rebuilt Apple Watch app, among other changes.
- When
- The iPhone update arrives worldwide on November 10. Android changes are planned for early 2027.
- Where
- The iPhone update is rolling out through the App Store.
- Why
- Dark mode was one of the most-requested features from PlugShare users.
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PlugShare version 8.0 arrives worldwide for iPhone.
PlugShare says Android users will get dark mode and a redesign based on Google’s Material 3.
- iPhone release
- Version 8.0 arrives worldwide on November 10
- Dark mode
- Follows the iPhone’s settings
- Trip planner
- Shows distance from the trip’s start and the previous charging stop
- Apple Watch
- Lists nearby charging stations with distances and directions
- Android update
- Dark mode and a Material 3 redesign planned for early 2027