Cars

Microsoft’s Tellme Purchase Will Have Immediate Impact on its Car Plans

Authored by Scott Goldberg on March 14, 2007 - 6:46pm.

I spoke with Ruth Seymour yesterday, GM for KCRW, a Los Angeles-based radio station, and our conversation turned to internet connectivity in cars. She doubted we would see such innovation any time soon, and I assured her we would. But she continued to doubt. Perhaps her skepticism had to do with the disbelief that satellite radio’s end would be so near, something she predicted would happen once internet connectivity in cars becomes common. Afterward I sent a link to an article describing Microsoft Sync’s relationship with Ford and she responded via email, “I believe if this goes thru, other car manufacturers will follow suit.” Ruth, I believe you are correct.

THQ Ships Video Game Based on Disney/Pixar Animated Film "Cars"

Authored by Mark Hefflinger on June 6, 2006 - 1:24pm.

Agoura Hills, Calif.- Video game publisher THQ on Tuesday shipped its video game based on the Disney/Pixar film "Cars" to North American retailers.

DirecTV to Offer Home Media Center, Satellite TV Package for Cars

Authored by Mark Hefflinger on January 6, 2005 - 2:30am.

Las Vegas -- Satellite TV provider DirecTV on Thursday introduced a Home Media Center that includes support for high-definition video, digital video recording, and transfer of photos and music to televisions in the home. Available by the end of 2005, the system will be powered with software from Ucentric Systems and will consist of a main server unit, with smaller receiver units attached to televisions throughout the home. The Home Media Center will let consumers schedule TV recordings from any room, as well as online, and view and move any content from room to room. El Segundo, Calif.-based DirecTV also separately announced new features for DirecTV customers, including the ability to view up to six live channels all on one screen, and a new interactive channel that will offer weather, financial and other interactive services. Finally, the company launched a new mobile programming package designed for owners of satellite TV-equipped cars. The programming, which includes a movie package from Starz Encore Group, will be available for $4.99 for existing residential DirecTV customers, or $39.99 as a standalone auto package.

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