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Elon Musk’s Starlink was Ukraine’s most downloaded app last Sunday

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This past Sunday, the Starlink mobile app, which allows users to connect to Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, became the most downloaded application from the Apple App Store in Ukraine. Mariupol, which has experienced heavy attacks, was reportedly without internet connectivity for a week as of March 9, 2022.

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BMW integrates Ubigi’s global Personal eSIM solution for premium connectivity – ET Auto

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BMW customers in France and Germany can activate the Personal eSIM of their vehicle with Transatel’s Ubigi 5G data plans to enjoy additional infotainment features and WiFi connectivity, irrespective of their primary network operator for their regular smartphone subscription. and 9 with the option Personal eSIM (SA6PA).

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Volvo Group launches electric truck safety app with AR technology for first responders

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The technology involved—specifically the high-voltage systems capable of powering a heavy electric truck—is also changing how we regard emergency response, as it requires its own set of new safety parameters and routines. For Mack electric trucks, the AR features will be added during June 2023.

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Toyota and Lexus partner with WattTime to offer lower emissions EV charging program

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By using this data to make more informed decisions on charging times, customers are empowered to do their part to help reduce power plant emissions. Customers who own eligible vehicles can download the Toyota or Lexus app and register their vehicle, and then they can choose to opt-in to the Remote Connect service through the app.

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US looks at regulating connected vehicles to prevent abusers from tracking victims – ET Auto

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The commission will look into whether the act gives it the power to do the same thing with automakers. telecommunications is considering a rule that could stop domestic abusers from tracking victims through vehicles that are connected wirelessly. The agency that regulates U.S.

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Audi of America to introduce 4G LTE Audi connect service with A3 in Spring 2014

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Audi of America will launch its first 4G LTE service with the new Audi connect system in A3 models due Spring 2014. With 4G LTE, the A3 models will have download speeds of up to 100 megabits per second. The new Audi connect 4G LTE service will be powered by Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.’s Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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GM dubs itself as “in-vehicle connectivity leader” with AT&T 5G partnership

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General Motors is looking to bring some serious connectivity to its fleet, with the veteran automaker recently partnering with telecom giant AT&T to bring 5G cellular connectivity to the company’s vehicles. This is likely to increase as GM’s lineup starts adopting 5G connectivity in the near future.

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