fastman Posted November 12, 2014 Report Share Posted November 12, 2014 Really liking the look/features of the 2015 Edge, but it looks like the same old MFT system. Anybody know if anything is changing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
omar302 Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 As per this article: http://www.caranddriver.com/news/2015-ford-edge-official-photos-and-info-news Ford promises that the next-generation, non-Microsoft Sync interface is on the way but that it won’t be ready by the time that the Edge hits the market. The good news (or bad news, depending on how well it works) is that the redesigned interface can be loaded into the Edge at any point once the new software is ready. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 The good news is they can now upgrade the hardware and software independently and not be stuck with an all or nothing situation like the initial launch. Hopefully the Edge has the new hardware already but I haven't seen anything that says one way or the other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waldo Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 The new hardware will not be available until 2016. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blankster Posted December 11, 2014 Report Share Posted December 11, 2014 Here is the official info on Sync-3I. This may make me want to wait for the 2016 model (I assume the 2015 will be a short run): http://www.autoblog.com/2014/12/11/myford-touch-killed-introducing-sync-3-infotainment/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastman Posted December 11, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 11, 2014 The new hardware will not be available until 2016. New hardware and software? So the 2015 Edge can be software upgraded, but will be stuck with older hardware? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blankster Posted December 11, 2014 Report Share Posted December 11, 2014 I think for the 2015's you will be stuck since the interfaces (buttons) that work with Sync-3 will also change. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted December 11, 2014 Report Share Posted December 11, 2014 2015 edge is getting the new hard buttons either way so that shouldn't be the issue. It probably just depends on whether the new stuff was ready in time for the 2015 edge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blankster Posted December 11, 2014 Report Share Posted December 11, 2014 The Auto Blog seems to state MY 2016 forward. Any mention in the order guide? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted December 11, 2014 Report Share Posted December 11, 2014 Nothing in the order guide from what I remember. But there is time to update it. It's possible they're still using MFT especially if they weren't sure the new stuff would be ready. Given the MFT edge fiasco in 2010 I can't blame them for playing it safe with the 2015. It's also possible they're using the new hardware with the old MFT in which case it could be upgraded. I'm sure we'll get more info at the Detroit auto show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blitz118 Posted December 11, 2014 Report Share Posted December 11, 2014 Maybe Lincoln will surprise us and debut it the 2016 Lincoln MKX . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted December 11, 2014 Report Share Posted December 11, 2014 I'd say that's a given. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blitz118 Posted December 12, 2014 Report Share Posted December 12, 2014 Some hands on info from the Verge. http://www.theverge.com/2014/12/11/7375837/ford-sync-3-announced Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blankster Posted December 12, 2014 Report Share Posted December 12, 2014 (edited) Little more info: http://www.autonews.com/article/20141211/VIDEO/312119959/autonews-now-end-of-fords-tech-nightmare Also read this: Sync 3 will be available next year on Model Year 2016 cars, though Ford spokesman Alan Hall could not say what percentage of cars will still have the old touch screens and which will have the new ones. Because the new touchscreens will include new hardware, owners of the current Sync with MyFord Touch system will not be able to upgrade to Sync 3. Here is the build link - List MFT http://bp3.ford.com/2015-Ford-Edge?hptid=fv-suv-rtn-sch-edge-bp#/Models/ Edited December 12, 2014 by blankster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manny2525 Posted December 13, 2014 Report Share Posted December 13, 2014 (edited) Found this article: http://www.extremetech.com/extreme/195801-ford-sync-3-simplifies-the-interface-again-ditches-microsoft-for-blackberrys-qnx In the fist paragraph, it stated "Announced today, it will ship first on an unnamed Ford model in 2015 with the entire Ford and Lincoln line shifted over by 2016." Any chance that unnamed Ford Model is the 2015 Edge? Edited December 13, 2014 by Manny2525 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waldo Posted December 15, 2014 Report Share Posted December 15, 2014 Found this article: http://www.extremetech.com/extreme/195801-ford-sync-3-simplifies-the-interface-again-ditches-microsoft-for-blackberrys-qnx In the fist paragraph, it stated "Announced today, it will ship first on an unnamed Ford model in 2015 with the entire Ford and Lincoln line shifted over by 2016." Any chance that unnamed Ford Model is the 2015 Edge? Nope, it's the Explorer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freebird Posted December 15, 2014 Report Share Posted December 15, 2014 I saw a CNet update last week stating MS Sync was being replaced with Blackberry software: http://www.cnet.com/news/ford-sync-3-dumps-microsoft-for-blackberry/ so many articles stating the current sync as we know it will be history. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted December 15, 2014 Report Share Posted December 15, 2014 I saw a CNet update last week stating MS Sync was being replaced with Blackberry software: http://www.cnet.com/news/ford-sync-3-dumps-microsoft-for-blackberry/ so many articles stating the current sync as we know it will be history. Already announced. It's based on QNX which is owned by Blackberry now but it has nothing to do with Blackberry devices. Current Sync and MFT aren't history - they're just replaced with a new version in new vehicles. The old ones will continue to work and hopefully we'll see at least one more round of bug fixes for older sync and MFT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimPA Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 (edited) 2015 Edge concept had a 10" touch screen and the 2014 and 2015 has an 8" touch screen. Given: "Sync 3 will be available next year on Model Year 2016 cars, though Ford spokesman Alan Hall could not say what percentage of cars will still have the old touch screens and which will have the new ones. Because the new touchscreens will include new hardware, owners of the current Sync with MyFord Touch system will not be able to upgrade to Sync 3." I wonder if the new touch screens will be 10" or 8*. My guess is 10" but my predictions thus far hasn't been too accurate. Edited December 18, 2014 by JimPA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWWPerfA_ZN0W Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 I would like to see a 17" screen option like Tesla has Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blitz118 Posted December 19, 2014 Report Share Posted December 19, 2014 2015 Ford Sync 3 Infotainment System: Almost Everything You Ever Wanted to Know. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNhoCNbcjp8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manny2525 Posted December 27, 2014 Report Share Posted December 27, 2014 (edited) If I get the 2015 Edge now, will it update to Sync 3? I ask because I know initially it will ship with the current gen Sync. I've heard you will be able to upgrade, but is there confirmation on this? Or should I wait before buying? Edited December 27, 2014 by Manny2525 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blitz118 Posted December 27, 2014 Report Share Posted December 27, 2014 (edited) If I get the 2015 Edge now, will it update to Sync 3? I ask because I know initially it will ship with the current gen Sync. I've heard you will be able to upgrade, but is there confirmation on this? Or should I wait before buying? No, it cannot be upgraded to Sync 3. If you want Sync 3 you will have to wait for the 2016 Edge or the 2016 Lincoln MKX. Edited December 27, 2014 by blitz118 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
omar302 Posted December 28, 2014 Report Share Posted December 28, 2014 (edited) I only read in 1 review that it might be upgradeable, but, Ford was clear when Sync3 was announced that older vehicles will not be upgraded due to hardware differences. So unless you get a clear confirmation otherwise, you should expect to remain on the same Sync version that comes with your vehicle. The review was from Car & Driver (http://www.caranddriver.com/ford/edge): Ford promises that the next-generation, non-Microsoft Sync interface is on the way but that it won’t be ready by the time that the Edge hits the market. The good news (or bad news, depending on how well it works) is that the redesigned interface can be loaded into the Edge at any point once the new software is ready. Edited December 28, 2014 by omar302 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWWPerfA_ZN0W Posted December 28, 2014 Report Share Posted December 28, 2014 (edited) If you get someone knowledgeable at a dealership, you could have the newer hardware installed and have Sync3 available, so the rumors say. http://www.shoforum.com/showthread.php?t=128950 Edited December 28, 2014 by WWWPerfA_ZN0W Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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