rsquared Posted January 13, 2012 Report Share Posted January 13, 2012 Oh man, this is what I hoped the AppRadio would be: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rsquared Posted January 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 13, 2012 News release New QNX Platform to Transform the Automotive Experience with the Power of HTML5 Platform will enable automakers to create new user experiences, keep vehicles fresh with new features, and leverage the rapid evolution of mobile applications LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, Jan 09, 2012 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- 2012 International CES, (South Hall, Booth 30326) HTML5 represents the future of the connected car, and today, QNX Software Systems Limited will demonstrate how the latest generation of its automotive software will bring that future to reality. Enter the QNX CAR(MC) 2 application platform, an innovative solution that will allow automotive developers to harness the rich user experience of HTML5 on a software foundation proven in millions of vehicles. Designed to enable rapid development of in-car infotainment systems, the QNX CAR 2 application platform introduces a new, auto-centric HTML5 framework and is the result of QNX Software Systems' deep experience in creating software platforms for the world's automakers. Automakers are beginning to embrace HTML5, and for good reason: It will enable them to keep their vehicles fresh with new content and features, to address consumer demands for the latest mobile apps and services, and to leverage a huge developer community. Moreover, it can help automakers customize the user experience and simplify access to mobile apps. The QNX CAR 2 application platform is designed from the ground up to leverage these benefits. Its auto-centric HTML5 framework allows developers to easily reskin entire user interfaces - essential to projecting a unique brand identity - cost-effectively for multiple model lines. It also allows them to blend HTML5 applications with those created with Qt, OpenGL ES, and other user interface technologies - all on the same display and even at the same time. This highly flexible architecture for building a unified user experience enables manufacturers to take a best-of-breed approach when designing their systems and to leverage existing software investments while tapping into the power of HTML5. "At Audi, we see HTML5 as an essential ingredient for creating the next generation of user experiences in the vehicle," said Mathias Halliger, Head of Architecture, MMI System, Audi AG. "As cars become the new mobile platform, it is increasingly important for automakers to keep pace with the growing array of mobile applications to ensure a rich, customized in-vehicle experience and to offer new features based on the latest technology, such as cloud-based software updates for the car. Support for HTML5 in software platforms such as QNX CAR 2 can help automakers achieve this connectivity, quickly and cost effectively." Audi uses QNX software technology in its MIB High infotainment system, which is shipping in cars today. According to Thilo Koslowski, Automotive Practice Leader, Gartner, "Successful connected vehicle strategies will be based on the principle of 'controlled openness', which leverages existing standards and flexible architectures to create unique and differentiated customer experiences. HTML5 in particular allows automotive companies to embrace this principle and to create connected vehicle solutions that are upgradeable and can evolve with overall software and technology advancements." In addition to the new HTML framework, the QNX CAR 2 application platform pre-integrates an array of technologies, including the QNX(MD) Neutrino(MD) realtime operating system, a powerful multimedia framework, an award-winning acoustic processing library for handsfree systems, and hundreds of software services and utilities. The platform is backed by dozens of ecosystem partners, including companies such as including TeleCommunication Systems (TCS), Texas Instruments, and Vlingo. With the QNX CAR 2 application platform, developers can build both browser-based and browser-less applications in HTML5. They can even use HTML5 to build applications that don't require connectivity to the Internet. The platform includes an optimized WebKit-based HTML5 engine that supports audio and video, geo-location, WebSockets, offline applications, session storage, canvas, and other standards, such as CSS3 and JavaScript. Optimizations beyond WebKit include pixel-accurate zooming and high-performance panning (ideal for maps and navigation), physics-based scrolling, and other advanced features. "The QNX CAR 2 application platform is much, much more than a solution for embedding intelligence in the car - it is a platform for achieving the next level of connectivity between the car and mobile devices, between the car and the cloud, and, ultimately, between the car and the consumer," said Derek Kuhn, vice president of sales and marketing, QNX Software Systems. "With its auto-centric HTML5 framework, the platform can help automakers create more enjoyable and convenient user experiences, and to connect to the host of HTML5 applications already available on smartphones, tablets, and other platforms." Demos this week at CES and CTS This week at CES, QNX Software Systems is unveiling its newest concept car, a cloud-connected Porsche Carrera, which showcases many of the capabilities of QNX CAR 2 application platform. Demo highlights include smartphone integration with one-touch Bluetooth(MD) pairing, tablet-based rear-seat entertainment, a reconfigurable digital instrument cluster, and high-definition hands-free communications. You can find the car in the South Hall at the BlackBerry(MD) booth, 30326. QNX Software Systems will also demonstrate the QNX CAR 2 application platform at the Consumer Telematics Show 2012. Availability The QNX CAR 2 application platform is now being evaluated by select automakers and automotive tier one suppliers. It is scheduled for general release in mid-2012. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
medmondson Posted January 15, 2012 Report Share Posted January 15, 2012 That looks very cool, but hardly something worth comparing to app radio. Appradio is an aftermarket item costing $300 This is a dealer upgrade that will probably cost $3000. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Crakavelli Posted January 15, 2012 Report Share Posted January 15, 2012 That is exactly what I had hoped the appradio would develop into. Hopefully it will compare after a couple years of development. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gabbygenier Posted January 17, 2012 Report Share Posted January 17, 2012 Like i said on TM3 thats nothing, a friend of mine works for QNX as a programmer (should be on here since he got himself a X930 for his car) and this is just the beginning of things. too bad QNX is owned by RIM and they will be geared more towards blackberry. they are working with porsche, audi and bmw that he told me of that i remember. also they are making a standalone unit that can be put in any car. one bad side (but safe) is that the hacks that most ppl do to other head units to get them to play movies and stuff while driving will be IMPOSSIBLE in these units. since they use RIM security features and the updates will be done by Wifi, noone will be able to get the files unless they are leaked and even at that point good luck doing anything with them. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
maccrap Posted January 17, 2012 Report Share Posted January 17, 2012 Most of those "hacks" u speak of are actually hardware workarounds. Therefore as long as that side (ebrake trigger) doesn't change, the hardware workarounds will work. This pertains mostly to the addon unit. Factory integration is different. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gabbygenier Posted January 19, 2012 Report Share Posted January 19, 2012 the ebrake one was just an example. pioneer had a way around that. if your GPS is moving then you cant play anything. so ppl did a firmware fix for it. explain how youre going ot be able to do that now? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bit_bucket Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 BTW, QNX is owned by Blackberry. Their Playbook tablet runs it and so will future blackberry devices with BBX. QNX is awesome! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gabbygenier Posted June 10, 2012 Report Share Posted June 10, 2012 newest video from QNX Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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