Infotainment

Harman provides next-generation infotainment system for Merc

Harman - Merc news
Harman International Industries has been selected by Daimler to provide the next-generation COMAND infotainment system for the new Mercedes-Benz S- and C-Class models.

SIRIUS FM-5 satellite now in service

SIRIUS FM-5 satellite launch - image courtesy of ILS
SIRIUS XM Radio has announced that the newest addition to the SIRIUS XM satellite fleet  -  SIRIUS FM-5  -  was recently put into service on the SIRIUS network and is now fully operational.

Guidepoint launches Bluetooth® kit with emergency services & roadside assistance

Guidepoint Connect
Michigan-based Guidepoint Systems has launched the first-ever vehicle Bluetooth hands-free kit that includes free emergency dispatch and roadside assistance service.

Fiat offers new integrated Blue&Me – TomTom

Fiat and TomTom have jointly developed an integrated portable navigation solution: Blue&Me - TomTom, which will be available in multiple Fiat car models.

Hughes and Chrysler call it a day

The partnership between Hughes Telematics and its first OEM partner - Chrysler - has ended.

Intel, Micron develop flash chips for USB drives

On Tuesday, Intel and Micron Technology announced the development of high-data-capacity flash memory technology for flash cards and USB drives.

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Cut-price telematics lose credibility, warns vehicle tracking expert

According to David Isom, managing director of V-SOL vehicle tracking, the low-cost cost pricing structures being increasingly adopted in the telematics industry undermine the customers' perception of the true value of the service.

Yahoo! files Microsoft agreement terms with SEC

Microsoft-Yahoo search agreement
Following last week's global search & advertising services & sales agreement with Microsoft, Yahoo! filed a Form 8-K with the Securities & Exchange Commission on August 4th, setting out the terms of the deal.

Toyota announces Lexus Enform with Safety Connect

Lexus Enform
Toyota's all-new proprietary telematics system - Lexus Enform with Safety Connect - will soon be available on additional select 2010 Lexus models.

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