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  • Snapdragon Cockpit navigates SUV with what3words option

    A cockpit platform from Qualcomm Technologies will power the navigation and infotainment system in the new Scorpio-N SUV from Mahindra Auto of India. The navigation system includes the option to use what3words.

    Photo: Mahindra
    Photo: Mahindra

    The Scorpio-N features a 17.78-cm color driver information display and 20.32 -m infotainment system with navigation. Leveraging the third-generation Snapdragon Cockpit Platform, the Scorpio-N enables the latest in personalization and natural interaction between a vehicle and its driver. It provides virtual assistance and ultra-high-definition, as well as immersive audio and visual experiences.

    The platform helps monitor driving and detect objects for the security of passengers and vehicular data. It features an advanced suite of wireless technologies to support multi-mode cellular connectivity, Wi-Fi 6, and enhanced Bluetooth technologies.

  • Qualcomm automotive platforms to power next-gen infotainment systems

    Qualcomm Technologies’ Snapdragon automotive platforms were selected to power the next-generation of infotainment systems in the Geely Auto Group vehicles.

    According to Qualcomm, these systems include the world’s first-announced infotainment offering with an integrated 4G LTE modem using the Snapdragon 820Am automotive platform.

    Geely also expects to use Snapdragon automotive platforms on upcoming generations of its iNTEC technology package, which includes G-Netlink, a system that allows drivers to interface with their vehicles in a number of ways, as well as G-Pilot, an intelligent drive technology designed to support a high degree of driving comfort, assistance and autonomy.

    “China is emerging as a source of automotive innovation, not only benefiting Chinese customers but also the rest of the world, by quickly adopting and commercializing leading-edge car attechnology,” said Patrick Little, senior vice president and general manager for automotive at Qualcomm Technologies. “We are pleased to work with Geely and the Chinese automotive ecosystem to help define the future of connected car experiences and use our industry-leading technologies to accelerate its realization.”

    According to the company, select Geely models are expected to use the Snapdragon 820Am variant of the platform with an integrated X12 LTE modem, supporting up to 600 Mbps downlink and 150 Mbps uplink speeds.

    In addition, Geely vehicles featuring Snapdragon automotive platforms are expected to be available from 2020 onward, the company reported. Geely’s connected cars featuring telematics applications are already available using Snapdragon LTE modems.