Intel driving Linux infotainment systems into cars
Intel driving Linux infotainment systems to cars
Now we going to use linux in our cars instead of in our computers, our phones, our Wi-Fi equipment, our TiVos. Intel have been working with automotive industries to advance in vehicle infotainment with linux-based, interoperable hardware and software called Open Infotainment Platforms (OIP) systems.
It make possible for car manufacturers to bring new infotainment products to meet consumer demands.The automobile industry foccuss towards adding media and information in cars.
Car manufacturers want to extend the media digital experience into the automobile and making it so that these devices are always connected to the Internet.
These devices will use Linux, and support the full TCP/IP network. Intel plans on using mobile WiMax for internet connectivity. The idea is that lots of people will bring their mobile devices into their cars. If the devices have the same architecture as those in the dashboard, users will be able to transfer music, maps, and other data between cars and mobile devices.
Consumers expect a different environment in their car. Sure, people still buy cars because of mileage and brand, but now they also want up-to-date infotainment.
Besides built-in GPS for example, find the closest pizza place that’s still open with your built-in GPS/MID.
Source:Linux