Summary of NetFront TM Browser from ACCESS Puts Mercedes-Benz Internet Surfers in the Driver’s Seat
ACCESS Europe is supplying its NetFront Browser to Daimler for integration into Mercedes-Benz C-Class and SLK-Class vehicles. This browser connects with the COMAND APS multimedia system, enabling features like Google destination search and real-time weather updates to enhance the driving experience.
Parts used in the Mercedes-Benz Infotainment Project:
- NetFront Browser
- COMAND APS multimedia system
- Mercedes-Benz Online service
- Google destination search
Oberhausen, Germany (PRWEB) June 14, 2011
ACCESS Europe GmbH, a subsidiary of ACCESS CO., LTD., a global provider of advanced software technologies to the mobile, beyond-PC and digital TV markets, announced today that it is to supply its state-of-the-art NetFront Browser to Daimler for use in its Mercedes-Benz C-Class and SLK-Class cars worldwide.
Seamlessly integrated with the on-board Mercedes-Benz COMAND (Cockpit Management and Data) APS multimedia system, NetFront Browser is a key component of the new infotainment technologies appearing in the C-Class and SLK-Class car series from spring 2011, and which will gradually be introduced in other model class series.
With the COMAND APS multimedia system, drivers are able to access the Mercedes-Benz Online service, which has been specially designed for rapid loading, ease-of-use and the presentation of relevant information while on the road, e.g. access to weather information and a special destination search via Google.
The integration of the NetFront Browser with the COMAND APS multimedia system enables additional web functions that enhance the driving experience. For example, weather information for the destination can be displayed on the COMAND APS multimedia system for use while on the road. Users also have complete freedom to surf any part of the web for additional travel resources or other services. In addition, NetFront Browser includes support for Adobe
- Which car models will feature the new infotainment technology?
The technology appears in the C-Class and SLK-Class cars worldwide starting from spring 2011. - What system does the NetFront Browser integrate with?
It is seamlessly integrated with the on-board Mercedes-Benz COMAND APS multimedia system. - Can drivers access weather information while on the road?
Yes, weather information for the destination can be displayed on the COMAND APS multimedia system. - How do users perform a destination search?
Users can access a special destination search via Google through the Mercedes-Benz Online service. - Does the browser support Adobe technologies?
Yes, the NetFront Browser includes support for Adobe technologies as mentioned in the text. - Is this software being introduced to other model classes?
Yes, it will gradually be introduced in other model class series beyond the C-Class and SLK-Class.
