CONNECTED CARS: 5 MODELS, 5 REVOLUTIONS
The connected car is a reality that shows its face in the mobile world fair.Round up of innovations.
"Shows connected Apple Watch replace your car keys," said Tim Cook, CEO of Apple , the " Telegraph ", a few days before the World Exhibition in Barcelona mobile.For phone manufacturers like automakers, the connected car is becoming a key horizon. In the latest electronics show CES in January, an entire hall was also dedicated to the automobile .
Thomas Husson, an analyst at Forrester, predicted:
The automotive industry will be revolutionized by the mobile. The smartphone will serve as a remote control to access specific services such revisions. Ultimately, it will interface to control his car without a driver. "
The appointment of Barcelona is a new opportunity to discover innovations in the field.Five examples to be convinced.
# 1 - At Audi: the key lies in the watch
Audi and LG are on the same wavelength as the boss of Apple. In Barcelona, they have set a new option is the ability to open and close the car by simply approaching the door shows a connected G Watch Urban. The handle detects the NFC contactless communication chip of the watch, identifies the user through integrated 4G chip in the wristband, and finally unlocks the handle.
A representative of Audi says:
With all these checks parameters, we have the same level of security than a normal key. "
The watch is also used to find his car in a parking lot. When closing the doors, the handle forward to the G Urban Watch his last geolocation. The watch can then guide meter by meter to the car. The option could be compatible with other connected watches, "as long as they include an NFC chip and SIM card."
The option will be available to run on all Audi. Purists can rest assured in the living there is no evidence that this is a connected car. Yet the dashboard embarks well a SIM card to connect the motor to the network.
At Audi , it is stated that other applications using a watch are connected to the study, particularly in terms of road safety. The German automaker plans to use the pulse sensor to detect if the driver falls asleep or if it is a heart attack. "In this case, the car could automatically stop safely on the low side." In Germany, the autonomous conduct so because Google is allowed on the road if it does not exceed 10 seconds, quite sufficient to avoid an accident and stop.
# 2 - At Ford: The battery is intelligent
At Ford, the connection is mainly used to plan and optimize its route. The new Focus Electric (all-electric) and C-Max Energi (hybrid) include a housing with a SIM card, allowing to make the connected car. The driver can access a lot of information from the MyFord Mobile app.
The American thought the smartphone as a smart remote. Thus, it becomes possible to close or open its doors remotely. At a glance you check the tire pressure, geolocates his car, knows the level of battery charge ...
These electric or semi-electric vehicles, management autonomy becomes paramount.The app displays the remaining battery well in kilometers (depending on the outside temperature and based on the average consumption of the driver), and indicates the charging stations in the surrounding area. Even better, when calculating a route, it indicates whether it is possible to go to with what remains of battery or if the distance is too ambitious.
For charging at home, it is possible to program a precise planning by asking what electricity is consumed during peak hours. Plus: it is possible to claim that his car is fully recharged for a specific time in the morning (before leaving for work, for example), and specify the desired interior temperature for the start. Bart Himschoot, engineer in charge of the services connected Ford assures:
In everyday life, it quickly becomes indispensable. "
# 3 - At Porsche: the remote wishes you well
In a different range, Porsche follows the example of Ford . By the end of the year, the German automaker will offer on most of its models with the addition of a housing of a Vodafone SIM card. Interest is again to use the smartphone as a remote control. It becomes possible to permanently geotag his car to trigger lights or horn, and hybrid models, to know in real time the battery level.
The app also shows whether the windows and doors are open or closed, information on the tire pressure, and manages the air conditioning remotely. Finally, in case of accident, the car automatically contact Porsche Assistance and will transmit data (the position and the shock) to prevent relief.
The device is very discreet: apart from a hidden box in the cockpit, the dashboard does not indicate that the Porsche is connected. In terms of price, the manufacturer's representative wants evasive - "everything depends on the model of the country, etc." - Before slipping:
If you have the means for such a car, then this option will not be excessive spending and enhance your security. "
# 4 - At BMW: children become bored more
For its part, BMW continues to enrich its Connected Drive System with multimedia features for children. First in Germany, the manufacturer launches myKidio function with Deutsche Telekom.
Specifically, it becomes possible for the parents sitting in the front to remotely control the touch pad (iPad or Android) children in the back. In some manipulation on the center console (used GPS, radio, etc.), you can start a cartoon to pause a program, etc.
Pauline Ryba, Deutsche Telekom, said:
For now, it is only cartoon downloaded before departure [from a catalog available, Ed],but in the future, with the development of networks, it should be possible to watch programs streaming. "
The child can also access a "cockpit" where are given personalized real-time information on the car, such as the indoor temperature, speed, fuel gauge, and especially the estimated time of arrival. One way to answer the eternal question "That's when we get there?"
This option will be available on all BMW in the form of a subscription of 8.99 euros per month. Depending on its eventual success
# 5 - At Maserati: the body is sighted
On its stand, the chip maker Qualcomm has a prototype Maserati Quattroporte which is defined as "a real car connected". The (Super) Self wants futuristic. "It is only a prototype, it is not yet in production, much less marketing," warns Claudia Novelli entry Qualcomm.
The Maserati has a 4G SIM card that transforms the car Wi-Fi access point for passengers. Practice, at least when it captures. In addition to its self geolocation options on its smartphones , Qualcomm boasts the ability to watch "even streaming" programs on the 12 inch screen in the center of the dashboard (that reminds a Tesla).
And when you are in an area where the radio does not pass, then the system will automatically search the internet station to continue to listen to 4G . "
But what is most striking is that the mirrors and the entire dashboard have been replaced by LCD screens. The body is seen well equipped with many sensors and cameras. Once a vehicle is approaching too close to a mirror or hood, red LEDs light up to warn of the danger.
Boris Manenti, Special Envoy to Barcelona
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Unfortunately, Apple is not in this room. Boris Menenti had to be bored.
Note that systems that use proprietary technology or related to a particular system is doomed to failure or loss of customers. What would the potential customers who want to drive their car with their Android smartphone, while it only works with iOS? BMW and LG watch should be sure that it works with other ET with laptop (my chèèrreeeeuuhhh, this watch for the common people indulged me not to show my Rolex).
Note also that the Germans are ahead to protect their market against Google or perhaps Apple on autonomous cars. They have already released a law allowing BUT no more than 10 seconds in standalone mode. :-D
Also note that if you want complete information of your jalopy on your smartphone, this already exists for ages! Just buy a probe to connect to the standard OBD socket of your car then discuss live with your favorite smartphone. You will know everything from the engine temperature, your oxygen sensor etc ...
The constabulary will have to explain to potential owners of a jalopy with center console as they watch the film will cost them € 1 500 and 3 points ....
Note that systems that use proprietary technology or related to a particular system is doomed to failure or loss of customers. What would the potential customers who want to drive their car with their Android smartphone, while it only works with iOS? BMW and LG watch should be sure that it works with other ET with laptop (my chèèrreeeeuuhhh, this watch for the common people indulged me not to show my Rolex).
Note also that the Germans are ahead to protect their market against Google or perhaps Apple on autonomous cars. They have already released a law allowing BUT no more than 10 seconds in standalone mode. :-D
Also note that if you want complete information of your jalopy on your smartphone, this already exists for ages! Just buy a probe to connect to the standard OBD socket of your car then discuss live with your favorite smartphone. You will know everything from the engine temperature, your oxygen sensor etc ...
The constabulary will have to explain to potential owners of a jalopy with center console as they watch the film will cost them € 1 500 and 3 points ....
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