At REACH the wearable future in Santa Monica, Stuart Fowle from GM demonstrated the RemoteLink OnStar app working on a Samsung Galaxy Gear 2 smartwatch.
After the media alvalanche from Android Auto, announced at Google I/O, it is important to note that infotainment systems designed by carmakers can be safer
Three carmakers have announced Android Auto deployment, after the Android Auto announcement at Google I/O. Android Auto projects the Android screen on the infotainment screen
The Google self-driving frenzy, started off with an introduction at the at the Code conference in Rancho Palos Verdes, California and splattered across the blogosphere
BlackBerry QNX is a software platform that is being used in many luxury high-end vehicles with advanced features as well the ability to have music based played according to your mood…
QNX software is being used for or mapping, communication and entertainment systems in Ford, Chrysler, Hyundai, Jaguar, Porsche, Audi (see video below) and BMW vehicles.
While car makers continue to expand the size of head unit screens, Android smartphone users have another option, a completely voice-powered DriveSync connected car Android
Pandora is one of the most popular streaming media apps and the company is hoping to be as ubiquitous in the automotive space. Pandora is opening up its box with great music at SXSW at the Gatsby inAustin’s Red River District. More than 35 acts are scheduled to perform over four days March 12-15 that will streamed live. Types of music played will include electronic, pop, hip hop, R&B, Americana, indie rock and eclectic music.
In an interview with iMedia Connection, Heidi Browning is the SVP of strategic solutions at Pandora, said some interesting things bout Pandora:
OT Mobility launches a new iPhone and Android app today that relieves the stress of worrying about getting places on time — Spot On Time.
“I love innovation in mobile,” said David Rothschild CEO of OT Mobility in an interview with AUTO Connected Car, “Using a lot of research and great data we created a solution to get people to multiple destinations during a day.”
Connected car OBII device and app maker Zubie has partnered with iControl Networks. Together, they plan to offer home automation through cars and smartphones seamlessly.
Zubie lets family members know when you are your own way home or share locations with fellow Zubie users. Zubie connects to the OBII computer port on cars.
Chevy announced at SXSW that Beats Music streaming music will be available in the Chevy AppShop and on select Chevy models this year.
Beats Music is a streaming music service with playlist and curated music options. Chevy AppShop can be used via 4G LTE connections through OnStar 4G LTE. A free trial of Beats Music or paid subscription is required.
Apple’s CarPlay with its iPhone cache and sleek geek is coming with the same high style and high expense we’ve come to expect with Apple
The Car Connectivity Consortium announced two new endeavors a fast track developer program and new PSA Peugeot Citroën and Volkswagen cars with MirrorLink head unit infotainment systems. (A video appears below)