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The US-market 2022 Civic Sedan and Hatchback gets HondaLink that you can connect to wirelessly through Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. It connects you to the latest information from Honda, displays tips for vehicle usage, and allows you to get support via road side or customer service center.

This is in addition to Apple CarPlay and Andriod Auto integration that could overlap HondaLink features and functions.
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These steps from the owners manual will get you connected.
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For other markets like Japan, it Honda CONNECT is standard:

The 2022+ Civic Sedan and Hatchback gets Honda CONNECT that offers innovative safety, security and convenience – advanced smart technology that turns your car into an intelligent vehicle that’s always accessible from your smartphone.

Here's what you need to know.

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Automatic map update service
Automatically update to a new map.
The map is updated "automatically" by communication. We will guide you to the best route to your destination.

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Honda remote operation
You can operate and check the car with your smartphone.
Operate the car with your smartphone even at a remote location.
You can start the air conditioner and be notified / locked if you forget to lock the door. In addition, the location of the car can be grasped on the map, and it can be easily found even in a large parking lot.

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Honda digital key
Smartphones are the key to cars.
You can unlock the door and start the engine with your usual smartphone.

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In-car Wi-Fi
Turn your car into a Wi-Fi spot.
Connect smartphones, tablets, game consoles, etc. to the car's Wi-Fi. You can enjoy music, videos, and games. Of course, teleworking is also possible with a personal computer. You can purchase as much traffic as you need on the in-car display.

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Honda App Center
Spread the fun with your favorite app.
Provides an easy-to-use app in the car. Unlimited use of music apps and destination search apps without using the communication capacity of your smartphone.

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Emergency support center
Operator support with the touch of a button.
In the unlikely event, the car and the emergency support center can be connected with the touch of a button. In addition, it will automatically notify you when the airbag is deployed. Since the situation of the car is shared with the operator, we provide accurate and prompt support in case of emergency or trouble.
 
The pics are obviously the japanese spec civic. Is any of this confirmed for the north american market? I feel like honda would really want to talk up features like this if they were going to be available.
 
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The pics are obviously the japanese spec civic. Is any of this confirmed for the north american market? I feel like honda would really want to talk up features like this if they were going to be available.
That is correct. The US-market version of Honda CONNECT seems to be a mix of HondaLink and our choice of Andriod Auto or Apple CarPlay.
I updated the original post to reflect that and to prevent any confusion.
 
You can see the details here: HondaLink: Connectivity for Smart Phones and Honda Vehicles

Essentially, the touring is the only one that has any support for linking to your car, and it only has pretty basic features:

  • Check the mileage, fuel range/level, and oil life right from your app.
  • Receive information about warning lamps or maintenance minders for your vehicle.
  • Search and send a location from your app to your vehicle's navigation system.

So no digital key or remote control features as far as I can tell for the North American version.
 
As far as I know, the Canadian models get none of this - no HondaLink connectivity at all.
Do we really need HondaLInk????

One of the 'features':
'In-car Wi-Fi
Turn your car into a Wi-Fi spot.
Connect smartphones, tablets, game consoles, etc. to the car's Wi-Fi. You can enjoy music, videos, and games. Of course, teleworking is also possible with a personal computer. You can purchase as much traffic as you need on the in-car display '

No thanks. I buy car, I buy gas, I do my maintenance and am not willing to spend a cent more for 'convenience'.
 
Do we really need HondaLInk????

One of the 'features':
'In-car Wi-Fi
Turn your car into a Wi-Fi spot.
Connect smartphones, tablets, game consoles, etc. to the car's Wi-Fi. You can enjoy music, videos, and games. Of course, teleworking is also possible with a personal computer. You can purchase as much traffic as you need on the in-car display '

No thanks. I buy car, I buy gas, I do my maintenance and am not willing to spend a cent more for 'convenience'.
Some people do find it convenient, and some manufacturers offer lengthy "trial" periods. I know someone who bought a Kia Seltos last year that includes 3 years of smartphone connectivity as a "trial" without needing to pay.
 
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Some people do find it convenient, and some manufacturers offer lengthy "trial" periods. I know someone who bought a Kia Seltos last year that includes 3 years of smartphone connectivity as a "trial" without needing to pay.
If you have kids it helps a lot. I'm sure Honda and other automakers factored that in (along with other buyer types of course) to these free "trial" periods.
 
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