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US company Johnson Controls have partnered with TomTom satellite navigation devices to create integrated vehicle electronic systems.
Johnson Controls has created a 'Bluetooth Mobile Device Gateway' targeted for production in 2008 model year vehicles. This technology enables an electronic device - such as a TomTom satellite navigation system - to communicate with the car's communication network, resulting in innovative and safe navigation.
Through Johnson Controls' voice recognition technology, the user will be able to verbally command the TomTom GO device for even greater ease of use.
Consumers will also see intuitive features as a result of the collaboration, such as automatic notification by a TomTom device that fuel is low, giving the customer the choice to be rerouted to the nearest fuel station.
The driver of a vehicle equipped with Johnson Controls' Bluetooth Mobile Device Gateway can benefit from navigation instructions and MP3 sound being wirelessly provided over the in-car stereo speakers.
Another example showcasing the innovative information is that the driver would be able to select a POI (point of interest) - such as a nearby restaurant - on a TomTom device touch screen. The system then could automatically dial the restaurant's telephone number, so the driver could make reservations via his/her mobile phone using the hands-free functionality of the TomTom device.
Wolfgang Reelitz, vice president of automotive sales at TomTom comments, "The relationship is a perfect marriage of technological advancements which benefits both parties, and most importantly our customers. It proves our commitment to constantly innovate and provide the best satellite navigation experience. The system truly changes the in-car portable satellite navigation experience improving quality and functionality."
The TomTom product line-up features all-in-one navigation devices that enable customers to navigate "right out of the box," including the award-winning TomTom GO family, the TomTom ONE and the TomTom RIDER. Personal navigation devices from TomTom are sold through a network of leading retailers in 20 nations, and also are available online.
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Source : http://www.newcarnet.co.uk
(10/3/2006)
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