I have a golden retriever I haul around, and I bought this one. I've had it a few years and it's still in good shape.
https://www.treatadog.com/products/pupprotector-car-seat-cover
I recently noticed the background change on the Car Play screen as well, and wondered what it was. Realized it's a magnified, blurred-out image of the album artwork. So yep, you're right.
Not sure why I got one . . . maybe they figured after I vomited up that huge amount of money, the least they could do is give me a cable. Especially since I drive almost two hour for service. I'm loyal that way (naughty)
You are absolutely correct - and I realized that as soon as I posted it. And I went back to try and edit it, but it didn't allow it. I'll do better on my next one :-)
I hate the white USB cable that came with my installation of Car Play. Would much prefer a black one that 'disappears' against the black of the console. Of course I hesitate to use anything that isn't Apple certified or approved. It gets confusing on Apple's website - I assume we use the...