Exclusive: Google Aiming to Go Straight Into Car With Next Android - Sources

[jakeXT]

(Reuters) - Google Inc (GOOGL.O) is laying the groundwork for a version of Android that would be built directly into cars, sources said, allowing drivers to enjoy all the benefits of the Internet without even plugging in their smartphones.


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If successful, Android would become the standard system powering a car's entertainment and navigation features, solidifying Google's position in a new market where it is competing with arch-rival Apple Inc (AAPL.O). Google could also potentially access the valuable trove of data collected by a vehicle.

Direct integration into cars ensures that drivers will use Google's services every time they turn on the ignition, without having to plug in the phone. It could allow Google to make more use of a car's camera, sensors, fuel gauge, and Internet connections that come with some newer car models.

Analysts said Google's plan could face various technical and business challenges, including convincing automakers to integrate its services so tightly into their vehicles.

http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/12/18/us-google-cars-idUSKBN0JW2PS20141218

[Spitfire of ATJ]

1. Eventually they'll have autodrive....

Get in the car, say your destination and it will take you there.

[jakeXT]

2. Did you mean ..... "Noooooooooo" /nt

[Spitfire of ATJ]

3. As someone who has a standard?

[blkmusclmachine]

4. What happened to the flying cars we were promised, a la The Jetsons???