Siri To Power Mercedes-Benz Car Systems 193
redletterdave writes "Mercedes-Benz unveiled plans on Monday to use Siri, Apple's AI personal assistant exclusive to the iPhone 4S, to power its electronics system called 'Drive Kit Plus,' which will essentially let drivers access their iPhone apps while driving using voice commands. With Siri, Mercedes drivers will have a hands-free solution to listen to music, change channels on the radio, send texts, or make calls. 'Drive Kit Plus' will also come pre-installed with a number of social networks, so drivers will even be able to update their Twitter accounts and post messages to Facebook. Siri will also be integrated with Garmin's GPS system, so drivers can navigate and get directions with simple voice commands. With this move, Mercedes-Benz earns the distinction of being the first carmaker to integrate Apple technology into its vehicles' in-car systems."
How About Frigging Drive Kit Plus (Score:3, Funny)
The world does not need more self-absorbed iPhone users talking to the wannabe AI in their phone.
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Re:Oh No (Score:5, Funny)
Help I'm a rock.
I have discovered the root of your issue. Have you tried not being a rock?
Re:Oh No (Score:4, Funny)
"Set me a wake-up alarm at 9am". And Siri dutifully sets "me a wake up" alarm at 9am.
Siri could be smarter. Siri could also understand me with accuracy that doesn't force me to hover my finger over the edit query button.
Re:How About Frigging Drive Kit Plus (Score:5, Funny)
Also what's the advantage of this over getting an iPhone 4S and sticking it on the dash?
More room for the bobble head Jesus.
USA! USA! USA!
Re:Oh No (Score:5, Funny)
Don't paper over the issue.
Re:Oh No (Score:3, Funny)