Edmunds.com offers guidance about the office workplace and automotive technology during two separate events this weekend at SXSW in Austin, Texas.
Edmunds.com SXSW Work & Automation Navigation
Day: March 7, 2014
Zubie iControls Connected Car and Home @developersgarage
Connected car OBII device and app maker Zubie has partnered with iControl Networks. Together, they plan to offer home automation through cars and smartphones seamlessly.
Zubie lets family members know when you are your own way home or share locations with fellow Zubie users. Zubie connects to the OBII computer port on cars.
GM & Chevy Dances to Beats Music at SXSW
Chevy announced at SXSW that Beats Music streaming music will be available in the Chevy AppShop and on select Chevy models this year.
Beats Music is a streaming music service with playlist and curated music options. Chevy AppShop can be used via 4G LTE connections through OnStar 4G LTE. A free trial of Beats Music or paid subscription is required.
Connected Car Data Expansion Needed by Drivers and Wireless Carriers
Connected cars with connected drivers is a new opportunity for automobile OEMs and mobile operators to provide services in cars. A new report from iGR predicts.
From 2012 to 2017, the number of connected cars in the U.S. is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 142%.