Can’t wait to see what December 27th brings…
Oddly but very much in line with their process – the official media links for the above image swapped the high- and low- res images – or at least the resizes – ever so confusing…
Further the image itself was so low-res and I’m not sure if that’s actually on purpose or just another lack of attention to detail.
The latest release notes for InControl Touch Pro (Duo) 18D, enjoy.
First new feature to catch my eye:
Configurable Steering wheel switches can now be used to Play/Pause Smartphone pack audio.
New features included in this release
Note:If the vehicle software level is at a lower level than 17C the vehicle’s speech database will need to be updated for the speech system to continue working. This will be done after the main software update has completed by running the separate ‘Update Speech Database’ application from IMC (IMC) ECU functions and following the on screen instructions.
Caution:Due to the need for a new license file to be installed on the vehicle before running this update, a TA (TA) must be raised to get a unique code to allow this. If this License file is not installed prior to this update then the vehicles maps will become corrupted and can only to recovered through TA.
Ambient lighting brightness will now be remembered across ignition cycles.
Customers will now be informed when a CD has been ripped successfully.
The Connected device’s name will now be displayed on the screen header.
If the customer is playing a video on a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) device it will now restart after pausing for a reverse camera activation.
Shanghaiese speech dialect for China has been introduced.
Configurable Steering wheel switches can now be used to Play/Pause Smartphone pack audio.
Issues fixed in this release
General HDMI connection improvements
Known issues in this release
These are planed to be fixed in a future release
INFOTAINMENT QUICK GUIDE – INCONTROL TOUCH PRO – PDF (5 pages/1MB)
As awesome find from MBR on the UK’s fpaceforums gives us some new details on the 18C upgrade and what’s coming next year. First – the most interesting details are in the footnotes:
***Start Footnotes
i Software version 18c; Infotainment systems with 8″ and 10″ screen
Confirming 18c is available on the 8” Jaguar models
ii For entertainment units with a 10″ screen from model year 17
Smartphone pack is for 10” MY17+ only – appears no CarPlay 8” Jaguars?
iii Approved content varies depending on the smartphone’s operating system. Please check your smartphone’s technical requirements to see if they are compatible with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto or Baidu Carlife.
iv You may have to select a different domain for country-specific information. Apple CarPlay compatible from iPhone 5 or later, according to manufacturer’s site. Android Auto compatible from Android 5.0 Lollipop or later, according to manufacturer’s site (as at September 2018).
v Plans are in place to support other streaming services such as Spotify, Apple Music or Amazon Music, most likely from the second half of 2019. vi Depending on the vehicle model and market. Please ask your dealer
More native streaming services on the way!
vii These functions are available for smartphones with a compatible Bluetooth profile (access to messages) and accepted access authorisation for Touch Pro.
viii Touch Pro updated to 17C or a later software version Vehicle with voice support (note: vehicles without voice control: X152 18MY, X152 19MY P1, L538C, all MY)
JLR vehicles not getting the voice-activated nav – X152: Jaguar F-Type & L538C: Range Rover Evoque Convertible – the first Land Rover with InControl Touch Pro
***End Footnotes
****Full content follows
InControl Touch Pro Functions
Your current InControl Touch Pro offers a range of innovative features and functions designed to make your multimedia life easier and more convenient. A fresher design, intuitive menu structures and state-of-the-art connectivity ensure a safe and pleasant driving experience. Connect your smartphone to access apps, play music through the high-quality sound system and plan the best route to your destination. The most important infotainment additions and enhancement are outlined for you below.
Design of the user interface
The new and fresher design of your InControl Pro Duo user interface now features just three clearly structured main menu tiles. It contains new symbols and icons for additional functions as well as a clearer and more intuitive media player interface.
The colour schemes have also been updated. A light and a dark colour scheme can currently be selected for the 10″ Touch Pro screen. With this update, the colour schemes change automatically to suit the external lighting conditions. 
If you prefer a special colour scheme or do not want the colour scheme to change automatically, you should proceed as follows:
Check the settings to see whether “Auto” or a colour scheme that you do not want is set by default.
Switch to your preferred colour scheme
Smartphone package with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Baidu Carlife
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Baidu Carlife are intelligent and secure solutions allowing you to use selected content and functions on your smartphone in your vehicle.
To do so, use a cable to connect your smartphone to your vehicle’s USB connection. Your vehicle is then automatically detected (1).
You can automatically access your smartphone’s functions via the relevant menu (2).
You can switch between the connected smartphone and InControl Touch Pro’s other functions at any time (3 and 4).
The connection is also displayed in the main menu of your InControl Touch Pro (5).
For further information about Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, compatible smartphones, operating systems and available apps, visit the manufacturers’ sites at www.apple.com/carplay and www.android.com/autoiv.
Online media and access to connected audio equipment
For vehicles equipped with a mobile data connection, a range of audio streaming services are now available either via SIM card with data usage or via a Wi-Fi connection.
In addition to TuneIn, which streams thousands of radio stations and podcasts from around the world, you can also use the music streaming service Deezer, provided that the vehicle has a live function.
Looking for your favourite songs on your smartphone? No problem! Simply use the convenient media search function for audio devices and smartphones via Bluetooth. 
Sending and receiving text messages
Touch Pro notifies users of incoming text messages and offers a range of interaction options:
The text message can be read out to the user.
The user can respond with predefined messages (selected from a list) or call the sender back.
The user can send a predefined text message to any contact in their phone book.
Voice-activated navigation input
After pressing the talk button on the steering wheel, users can voice-activate navigation guidance using simple commands. The InControl Touch Pro supports 18 languages and dialects, making it easy for anyone to navigate to a tourist attraction or a point-of-interest. 
Further highlights
High-performance routing complete with intuitive search method and user-friendly interface.
Supports USB sticks and CDs/DVDs and displays album covers for Bluetooth audio sources.
Comfort functions for front air-conditioned seats, massage seats and premium rear massage seats
Stable InControl apps, live apps and web browser.
Jaguar Land Rover officially continues to keep mum on details for the latest InControl Touch Pro updates, so let’s see if we can help ourselves and get this sorted.
Regardless of having a Jaguar or Land Rover vehicle, please visit the link below and add your details to the thread. Help your fellow owners who can’t get a consistent answer from JLR corporate or their own dealers.
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