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Azentek To Provide the Ultimate in Innovation and Style at SEMA 2008

Chris Johnson — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 03:38:54 GMT

Azentek To Provide the Ultimate in Innovation and Style at SEMA 2008 Tuesday, 04 November 2008 Azentek, the premier manufacturer of in‐vehicle infotainment systems for both OEM integration and aftermarket sales, today unveiled their huge plans at the 2008 SEMA Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, the most anticipated specialty automotive event of the year. Visitors to Azentek's SEMA booth #11139 in the north hall will be greeted with a very fast, fun automobile compliments of well-known hip-hop recording artist 50 Cent. Modified on the hit TV series "Unique Whips", 50 Cent's Pontiac G8 showcases both the Azentek Atlas and SmartMirror inside. "The Atlas and SmartMirror from Azentek are two exciting products that people can add to their own unique whips at home!" commented Pete Muller, Azentek's VP of Sales & Marketing. "Our knowledgeable staff will be on-site to provide live demonstrations of the Atlas and SmartMirror to give you a feel for the styling, convenience and technology that Azentek has to offer." In the spirit of kicking back and relaxing at this year's show, Azentek will also be displaying a fully customized luxury van designed and built by Southern Comfort, the largest custom vehicle manufacturer in the USA. This highly...

Clarion Corporation of America Unveils ClarionMiND at the 2008 Intel Developer Forum

Chris Johnson — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 18:25:24 GMT

San Francisco, CA. (August, 20th 2008) - Clarion Corporation of America, a leading manufacturer of mobile electronics, today announced the introduction of ClarionMiND, Clarion's next generation Mobile Internet Navigation Device. The ClarionMiND represents a revolutionary new product that combines connected personal GPS navigation and real-time Points of Interest (POI) with Internet based entertainment and full web browsing. ClarionMiND was initially shown as a concept product at the 2008 Consumer Electronics Show. Just eight months later, Clarion Corporation of America is proud to debut the ClarionMiND in its sleek new form factor as well as compelling set of user-friendly features. ClarionMiND is based on the new Intel® Atom TM processor Z5xx series and is scheduled to begin shipment in the 4th quarter of 2008 in the U.S. market. ClarionMiND will provide an all-new portable device experience and enable users access to two-way connected navigation, high-speed Internet experiences, digital music and video playback, and many other innovative entertainment features. ClarionMiND will transform the way people connect to their electronic lives whether they are on the go or in their vehicles. ClarionMiND provides Internet connectivity via WiFi at home, in the office, or via hot spots out and about in the city. The...

Axxess Introduces the New Ford SYNC Interface!

Chris Johnson — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 01:32:44 GMT

HOLLY HILL, FL, JUNE 6, 2008: Now you can retain steering wheel functions for pairing phones, dialing, selecting audio sources, controlling volume and many other tasks while retaining voice recognition and all the features of the SYNC® system when you install the Axxess Ford SYNC® Interface (AFSI-01). Designed to allow the installation of an aftermarket radio into a Ford CAN vehicle equipped with the New Ford SYNC system, the AFSI-01 drives front speakers for voice prompts and phone operation, connects to aftermarket radios AUX input for all audio sources, provides line in for USB Bluetooth audio, and provides outputs for navigation radios such as the VSS wire, radio turn on, illumination and park. In addition, the AFSI-01 includes an LCD display to show the SYNC® system status and text information that is normally displayed on the factory radio. Things such as text information for song, title, artist, and phone calls will be displayed on the included LCD display's readout. "Axxess has always been a leader in digital interface technology, and we are pleased to market this innovative product," said Bill Lauer, Metra Electronics' Vice President of Mass Merchandising and New Product Development. The AFSI-02 is available minus the LCD display,...

Turn Your Car Into A Traveling WI-FI Hotspot

Chris Johnson — Sat, 17 May 2008 21:59:12 GMT

AutoNet and Novatel rally around outfitting automobiles with CDMA EV-DO Rev. A technologies, after testing the system in Avis rental cars last year. By W. David Gardner Internet addicts rejoice. You can now surf to your heart's content in your moving car, a veritable Wi-Fi hotspot, thanks to a partnership, announced Thursday between Novatel Wireless and AutoNet Mobile. The two companies said they will use nationwide CDMA EV-DO Rev. A wireless infrastructure to connect autos, moving or stationary, to the Internet. The technology could even allow people near cars outfitted with the technology to surf the Web. "It's a traveling Wi-Fi hotspot," said a spokeswoman for the firms. AutoNet, which pioneered the technology with its TRU mobile IP platform, developed an in-vehicle module for the service that is priced at $595. The monthly charge for the service begins at $39. Novatel has developed its Expedite E725 Express Mini Cad Module for next generation designs, the firm said. The two firms are working with auto manufacturers and auto after-market OEMs to offer the technology more widely. AutoNet's product has been gradually catching on after an early version of the TRU technology was announced for use by the Avis car rental business...

Rent From AVIS And Get Your Own Mobile Wi-Fi Hot Spot

Chris Johnson — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 03:11:14 GMT

Avis Connect Service Launches in San Francisco PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 21, 2007 - Avis Rent A Car System, LLC today announced that it will bring portable Wi-Fi connectivity to the travel industry with the launch of its new Avis Connect service. Avis Connect enables travelers to enjoy broadband wireless Internet connectivity at all times and places during their travel, from airports to meetings to hotels, and everything in between. The opportunity to have portable connectivity throughout their trip is expected to enhance the productivity and convenience of Avis renters' travel. The first Avis Connect units will be available starting today at San Francisco International Airport and will be offered in the coming weeks at Avis airport locations in San Jose, Oakland, Los Angeles and Newark, followed in the third quarter at airport locations in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Miami, New York, San Diego and Seattle. The cost of the Avis Connect service is $10.95 per day. "At Avis we continue to lead the industry in introducing products that make travel easier, smarter and more productive for both business and leisure travelers," said Mike Caron, vice president of product and program development for Avis Budget Group, parent of Avis. "Today, travelers are...

AUTONET Mobile And DELPHI To Explore New Internet Based Telematics And In-Car Entertainment Products

Chris Johnson — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 03:10:00 GMT

Autonet Mobile at CES in Delphi's booth #5206 North Hall, LVCC MARIN, Calif., January 4, 2008 -- Autonet Mobile and Delphi today announced they will explore new Telematics and in-car entertainment products that will bring the power of the Internet to the car. By leveraging Delphi's leadership in automotive electronics and Autonet Mobile's TRU-Technology, passengers will enjoy seamless Internet connectivity and enjoy a vast array of available Internet media services while traveling in their car. In addition to offering the first wireless broadband network where multiple passengers can check email, chat, surf the web, game or communicate via any WiFi-enabled device, Autonet Mobile will also be demonstrating at CES new product features that allow passengers to store personalized content including movies, television shows, music and online games on their in-car WiFi router. Consumers can access their personalized stored content via the unit's simple user interface from any wireless device including gaming consoles, media players, laptops, WiFi enabled cell phones or web tablets. "This is all about making in-car entertainment exciting again. We are delighted to be working with Delphi, a leader in automotive electronics, to deliver entertainment and content to the car and allow families to access the Internet while...

AUTONET Mobile To Launch The First Internet Service For The Car At CES

Chris Johnson — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 03:09:33 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO, January 2, 2007-Autonet Mobile ( www.autonetmobile.com) , the first Internet Service Provider for cars, today announced they will debut a new wireless service that turns the car into a WiFi Hotspot at ShowStoppers during the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The company also plans to announce an agreement with a world leading car rental company to offer a portable, wireless Internet service by the end of the first quarter. With the first Wireless Broadband Mobile Network, Autonet Mobile is bringing a new Internet media center to vehicles by letting passengers check email, surf the web, game or communicate via any WiFi-enabled device. The service is optimized for the in-car experience, and is specifically designed to work on 95 percent of U.S. roads, regardless of driving conditions or location. Simply plug the unit into a cigarette lighter or standard wall plug and go. Autonet Mobile's patent pending TRU Technology enables seamless Internet connectivity so that passengers stay connected while driving. TRU Technology provides intelligent, dynamic automatic session management between high/low speed networks, producing a reliable user experience. The Autonet Mobile Service ensures a secure, broadband-level connection to any WiFi-enabled device within close proximity to the vehicle. The Autonet...

Azentek Show Off Their Mobile Computing And Jay Leno's Jet Car

Chris Johnson — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 03:41:50 GMT

Azentek Show Off Their Mobile Computing And Jay Leno's Jet Car