Tuesday, January 11, 2005

iPod integration in cars to flourish in 2005

This is great news (since I have a Nissan)

Apple today announced it has struck deals with Mercedes-Benz USA, Volvo, Nissan, Alfa Romeo and Ferrari to deliver iPod integration with their car stereo systems in 2005. The iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz will debut this April in the US with the newly redesigned 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class, and Volvo will offer two iPod connectivity options for their entire 2005 US model line. Nissan, Alfa Romeo and Ferrari will announce details of their iPod integration solutions later this year. These companies join BMW and MINI Cooper who began providing integrated iPod solutions last year

4 comments:

Trent said...

Crossing my fingers for Subaru. Can't wait. ILIFE '05 sounds good too. I will get it for sure.

Trent said...

That's what we did for our Honda. $115 total with tax and install at Best Buy.

ericdagg said...

True True. but the next round of iPod car stereos will allow you to navigate the iPod through the stereo or steering wheel controls - and not have to touch the iPod. That is key to me - much safer than having to handle the actual iPod while driving...

Trent said...

Dagg=Safety
:)