Future trends? Google integrates digital assistant into next-generation car

[NetEase smart news May 22 news] Tesla has received a lot of attention with its futuristic design, and not just rely on the company's magnificent energy plan. The Model S, Model X and the upcoming Model 3 are equipped with different technologies to serve the driver. Previous vehicles, even on luxury models, have never been seen before.

However, this situation is about to change. Today’s drivers are asking why their in-car information and entertainment systems do not have the technology that smartphones possess.

Apple and Google’s parent Alphabet have responded with the CarPlay and Android Auto systems. But now the outstanding Android R&D talents are continuing to advance - they promise to install Android completely into your car, including adding Google assistants to them.

More importantly, the new software update will make the Android Auto and CarPlay systems compatible with all 2016 Ford cars.

Android pairing Audi and Volvo

Soon you can see that these two manufacturers have installed new models of these systems. Both Audi and Volvo have integrated the Android Auto system into their new models, which may be available as early as 2018.

The two car manufacturers showed their consistent forward-looking design in the interior. Audi's new virtual cockpit is a stunning high resolution thin film transistor (TFT) display that presents all aspects of the vehicle's system in front of the screen. This will be the best partner for Android Auto Extension.

Google I/O has provided interior concept images for the Audi Q8 Sports and Volvo XC60 that can display integrated Android. Of course, it was introduced in 2018. Posting an instruction is as simple as doing an operation on an Android phone - just say a keyword, "OK, Google," and then the Google assistant will be active and help you with whatever you want.

Upgrade for next year's models

However, this system is not the same as the one installed on the current mobile phone. He was upgraded for the new model. The new version of this tool has been upgraded and redesigned so that you don't have to worry about yourself in your limo - they even provide 3D maps and satellite imagery - which can be seen on the pretty screen of Audi cars Not perfect?

Of course, you can still use all the features that make virtual assistants hot. Many of these features are convenient to use because they can be operated without hands. These features include:

Make a call

send Message

Target a nearby company or own home and navigate

play music

Like the latest versions of Siri and Amazon Alexa, one of Amazon Auto's most exciting new features is its scalability, which benefits from integration with other applications. Imagine a scenario where you can install a "Waze" in your car and easily get voice navigation from Shaquille O'Neal or Colonel Sanders.

The ultimate vision is to integrate all the features you use in your car into a seamless system. This is a good idea, but achieving it is far more difficult than it sounds-as evidenced by first-generation tryers such as Cadillac's CUE, BMW's iDrive, and Ford's MyFordTouch.

Follow the footsteps of Google

It can be imagined that technology giants like Apple and Amazon who have been following Google will not be indifferent to this and let Google enjoy it. Both companies are struggling to gain market share and competing to install their own operating systems on cars from Ford, Mercedes, BMW and more.

In addition to some conventional predictions, chipmaker Samsung is also considered a potential manufacturer of in-vehicle entertainment systems, and some automakers even stated that they plan to design their own digital assistants.

Upgrade old car

If you don't plan to buy a new car but still want to enjoy the benefits of an integrated digital assistant, then you can update your old car. Is it cool to install a digital assistant on a modified Mustang or Bumblebee dashboard?

This may be a bit far-fetched, but the finished dashboard suite can already be easily purchased in the automotive aftermarket. That being the case, artificial intelligence components may not be included in this custom service part after a long time. There is no doubt that market demand will support it, and suppliers in the automotive aftermarket have already seen great profits from devices such as Bluetooth audio. If Google does not launch this product, Sony or Alpine will also.

Google's new challenge

Adapting such a system to adapt it to high-tech infotainment screens brings with it new challenges that have not yet been solved. This is also why we cannot yet experience these new technologies.

For example, if you allow Google to open YouTube and play a video on Audi's provocative TFT screen, you may soon be distracted by watching the video. This situation is absolutely impossible and it is for this reason that the system is still in the testing phase. Considering security, restrictions must be placed on such integration.

However, the future of automotive integration systems is still bright. The 2020 model is likely not only to install the Google system in the driver interface, but also to install the system on the screen of the rear seat like many modern SUVs. By then, parents no longer need to be forced to download a movie that everyone loves to watch before driving.

Full-time interconnection

Whether it is browsing the web, listening to music or navigation, we are using digital assistants in smaller and smaller areas. Is it true that one day, the intelligent functions of these assistants will be completely embedded in our world?

If this naivety comes, the assistant's operating system is probably Android.

(Source: Venturebeat Compiler: Xiaoyi Yi: Ecale)

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