Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, May 25: From streaming music to exploring a new city or real-time weather to live news updates, Sync AppLink is bringing five new apps to Ford dashboards in India.
The new and updated compatible apps seamlessly integrate into the connected lifestyle of today’s always-on consumers with their Ford vehicles. Sync AppLink allows drivers to access and control compatible smart phone apps through voice commands or the in-vehicle touch screen. The platform helps Ford owners stay safely connected to their world while keeping their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.
The new additions to the Sync AppLink catalogue include well-known music streaming service provider Hungama, news aggregator InShorts, weather forecast services provider AccuWeather, and parking locating app Pparke. In addition, MapMyIndia has updated its Sync AppLink-enabled app to include new voice and textual directions to a destination of choice.
“We are excited to expand Ford’s Sync AppLink portfolio with new India-specific apps. These new apps are an easier and more convenient way for our customers to integrate their connected lifestyle with their cars,” said Julius Marchwicki, Director Connected Vehicle and Services, Ford Asia Pacific. “Today, there is an increased need for connectivity wherever you are and Sync AppLink platform gives drivers and occupants more choices to make their driving enjoyable and informative while on the move.”
An award-winning in-car connectivity platform Sync is Ford’s intuitive connectivity and infotainment system that allows customers to use voice commands to make calls, play music and get useful information about their vehicle.
This integration is possible through SmartDeviceLink, the open-source software on which the Sync AppLink™platform is built. SmartDeviceLink enables smartphone app developers to seamlessly integrate their apps with the vehicle’s display screen, steering wheel controls, and voice commands. Part of the Ford Sync® platform, AppLink is available on new Ford vehicles around the world including the entire Ford India vehicle portfolio — Ford Figo, Ford Aspire, Ford EcoSport, Ford Endeavour and Ford Mustang.
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