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How to listen to the iphone 7 in the car

WHAT does Apple’s decision to ditch the 3.5mm headphone socket for wireless tech on its new iphone 7 mean for drivers?

A Lightning to 3.5mm adapter will be supplied with every phone, but it won’t be possible to charge it and listen to music simultaneously: you’ll need a stereo equipped with Bluetooth or Apple Carplay instead. Apple also announced improvements to its Maps service, promising greater integration with third-party apps.

Get your tickets for the Wales Rally GB

THIS year’s Dayinsure Wales Rally GB takes place on 27-30 October, and it’s set be the most challenging route yet.

All but one of the 22 stages is set on gravel tracks in the forests of North Wales, so the rally promises plenty of action and lots of spectating opportunities. Tickets start from £20 for the Rallyfest at Cholmondeley Castle, and details of all events can be found at walesrallygb.com.

Surtees’ F1 Ferrari joins Forza 6 grid

IT already has a vast roster of cars, but Forza Motorsport 6 on the Xbox One has released a Summer Car Pack with seven more models.

Firstly, there’s John Surtees’ 1964 Formula One championshipwinning Ferrari F-158, while Indy 500 fans get AJ Foyt’s 1964 roadster, plus there’s the 1991 Nissan R91CP and 1979 Datsun 280ZX Turbo for sports car lovers.

There are also three road cars: the 2016 Cadillac CTS-V and Abarth 695 Biposto, and 2000 BMW 323ti. The pack is available to download from the Xbox Store for £5.59.

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