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Car-Controlling Digital Assistants

The Amazon Alexa Now Features BMW Connected Capabilities

— September 16, 2016 — Autos
Aiming to make the digital assistants from the brand more in-tune with drivers, the Amazon Alexa now supports connectivity with BMW Connected to enable enhanced capabilities. The new personal assistant feature allows drivers to check a bevy of different features that pertain to the state of their BMW. This can include asking about the battery charge level, how much fuel is in the tank and even making sure it's locked.

The Amazon Alexa and BMW Connected integration also allows users to plan a trip and then send the details to the vehicle for use with the on-board navigation controls. The digital assistants will also be able to remotely start the vehicle and even enables control of the horn and headlights.
Trend Themes
1. Voice-activated Car Control - The integration of Amazon Alexa and BMW Connected opens up opportunities for voice-activated control of cars, allowing drivers to perform various functions without physical interaction.
2. Enhanced Car Connectivity - The collaboration between Amazon Alexa and BMW Connected expands the range of features available for drivers to access and control remotely, enhancing the overall connectivity experience.
3. Smart Trip Planning and Navigation - The integration enables users to utilize Amazon Alexa to plan trips and seamlessly transfer the details to BMW Connected, providing smarter trip planning and navigation functionality.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can explore integrating voice-activated car control systems, like Amazon Alexa, to enhance the overall driving experience and offer innovative features.
2. Smart Home - The smart home industry can leverage the integration of Amazon Alexa and BMW Connected to create more seamless and integrated experiences between cars and smart home devices.
3. Artificial Intelligence - The integration of Amazon Alexa and BMW Connected highlights the potential of artificial intelligence in revolutionizing the automotive industry by enabling smarter, voice-activated car control systems.
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