Audi Names T-Mobile As the Wireless Carrier for Audi Connect Systems in the USA

Published on: 1st Jan 1970: 1:33am

­The motor-car manufacturer, Audi has signed a deal with T-Mobile USA for wireless connectivity for its Audi Connect systems that are deployed in its latest cars. Available with the arrival of the 2012 Audi A7 in April, the Audi Connect services include voice-activated Google Earth, Google Local Search, and Sirius Traffic information combined with Google Earth imagery. In addition, Audi Connect allows users to obtain real-time news, weather, and fuel prices from other providers.

Audi Connect is also able to turn the vehicle into a secure mobile Wi-Fi hotspot, allowing vehicle passengers to retrieve information on the Internet conveniently and securely.

Audi Connect services are enabled with an enhanced, ruggedized T-Mobile SIM card inserted into the Audi MMI Navigation Plus system. To facilitate easy activation, T-Mobile SIM cards will be included with the vehicle, allowing customers to simply sign up for a service plan at the time of vehicle sale or at any time during or after the six-month complimentary trial period.

"The launch of Audi Connect is part of a foundational strategy to help Audi lead with first-to-market, cutting-edge connected services," said Johan de Nysschen, President, Audi of America. "We're looking forward to a productive relationship with T-Mobile USA as we give motorists and passengers the ability to access the most current information and enhance their enjoyment of their Audi vehicle."

 

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