Pioneer launches in-dash multimedia DVD receivers

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Telematics – making the most of the app opportunity

 

 

 

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Pandora® broadens automotive integration with Scion, Ford deals

 

The Internet radio service Pandora said it has increased its automotive footprint via a new relationship with Scion and an expansion of its relationship with Ford Motor Company where the service will be available in 10 Ford vehicles and two Lincoln vehicles.  Read more...

Ford SYNC AppLink offers voice control of smartphone apps

Ford said it will launch SYNC® AppLink, a downloadable software program, on the 2011 Fiesta later this year, allowing owners to access and control Android(TM) and BlackBerry® smartphone apps with voice commands and vehicle controls. Ford will introduce AppLink on most SYNC-equipped vehicles next year, as well as provide interoperability with other smartphones.  Read more...

OpenBeak, Pandora, and Stitcher use Ford SYNC open API for SYNC-enabled mobile apps

Ford said Orangatame’s OpenBeak (formerly TwitterBerry),  Pandora, and Stitcher are the first partners to enable their apps to be controlled in the car by SYNC using the new application programming interface (API) in the SYNC software development kit.  Read more...