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HARMAN introduces range of connected vehicle technologies and Microsoft partnership at CES

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HARMAN International Industries made a number of connected vehicle technology announcements during CES 2016 last week, including a connected car computing platform, demonstrated in the Rinspeed Σtos concept car; an advanced navigation system with live data fusion; an open cloud-based software delivery system; and a new partnership with Microsoft.

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Volkswagen CES2017 show app previews emerging Volkswagen digital Ecosystem

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Volkswagen has developed a special app for CES 2017, available now at the App Store ( iOS ) and at Google Play ( Android ). This makes it easy to configure personal settings, integrate any services from third-party sources and port them wherever they wish. Earlier post.) Earlier post.) All settings are stored online.

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VW Car-Net mobile app integrates with Siri to enable new features

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announced that its VW Car-Net mobile app added a new Apple mobile device feature, available now. Available with iOS 12 on Apple devices, owners can now use Siri to help control their vehicle. Features available through Car-Net are divided into three key areas: “App-Connect,” “Security & Service,” and “Guide & Inform.”.

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Wireless Worries Overshadow Triumphs of RF Research

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Can you give me a sense of what tools you had available to you at the beginning of your career, for example, versus what’s available now? I am personally more concerned about possible effects of excessive screen time on child development and privacy issues.” Foster: Risk perception is a complicated business.

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Hands-on: Ford debuts new in-car digital platform with dual-screen Apple Maps via CarPlay – 9to5Mac

Baua Electric

Full press release: Enhance Your Drive: Introducing the All-New Ford and Lincoln Digital Experience Unifying Digital and Driving Experiences Our lives center around digital ecosystems and the proliferating number of devices we use to stay connected to the most important people, content and services. The average U.S.

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Best smart helmets – keep your head safe while you ride!

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The unit connects via Bluetooth and has a set of speakers, as well as an integrated microphone. The Fenix AR-1 is also supposed to have features like a way to use both the HUD and the rear camera without the need to use a connected phone. Its WiFi connection also allows users to share their adventures through social networks.

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EV Briefs, and Black Rock City & EVs

Plugs and Cars

Their Rechargeit.org campaign really makes the connections between renewable power and plug-in cars. The founders of Google have made personal investments in Tesla as befits dotcom billionaires, and they're converting Priuses to plug-in hybrids for the company fleet with battery maker A123. Back after Labor Day. Google Guys Th!nk

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