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01.09.08
Automobile Technology For Cell Phones
 By Barry Welford
2008 will undoubtedly see explosive growth in the mobile Web and in the functionality of mobile devices.
If you wish to envision what may be possible with your cell phone, then it's intriguing to watch what is happening with your automobile. Miniaturization is rarely a major challenge so the transfer from automobile to cell phone is entirely doable. Look at these examples to see the possibilities.
Sam Abuelsamid tells us that Ford's new navigation system helps you find low gas prices
At the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas next week, Ford will be showing off their latest in-car communications systems including an updated navigation system. The system set to debut this summer on the new Lincoln MKS and includes a new Sirius Travel Link system. Among other things, the Travel Link system has the ability to get fuel price data from stations in the area. It can even be set up to automatically give you directions to the station with lowest gas price.
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Ford is answering the call with the best technology solutions from companies like Microsoft and SIRIUS, connecting customers with mobile devices, important information they need on the road and bringing the experience to life with the latest in navigation technology and branded audio.
Seyth Miersma reports that the Australians Are Developing High Tech Holden Cop Car. It's almost like a James Bond car, 2008 model.
The Holden police car contains voice recognition software that let officers keep their hands in place on the wheel, as well as cameras that can beam the action in real-time to communications centers. There's also an automatic license plate recognition camera proficient enough to scan 5000 to 8000 cars in a 10-hour period.
Which of these functionalities comes to your cell phone first will be influenced by market demand and supportive technology. However full voice control of your mobile device seems a strong contender.
Related: The Keyless Cell phone
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About the Author:
Barry Welford, President of SMM Strategic Marketing Montreal works with business owners and senior management on Internet Marketing strategy and action plans to grow their companies. He is a moderator at the Cre8asite Forums and writes on current issues on the Internet and on the Mobile Web in three blogs, BPWrap, StayGoLinks and The Other Bloke's Blog.
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