Pairing your phone with your car can be a hassle, but it’s worth it

When on the road, it's great to be able to access your smartphone – whether to make a phone call, listen to music or check your calendar. The safest way to do this is by pairing the device with your car. — dpa

MUNICH: Being able to access smartphone content while behind the wheel is extremely practical, whether it's to make a phone call, listen to music, or have the next chapter of an audio book read aloud.

But pairing your phone with your car can be a nightmare sometimes. How and whether you can make it work primarily depends on the smartphone's operating system and the vehicle's technical capabilities.