Chrysler integrates Android with infotainment system

News Wireless Global 3 JAN 2017
Chrysler integrates Android with infotainment system
Fiat Chrysler is showing at CES an integration of its Uconnect system with Google's Android operating system. The Chrysler 300 sedan on display will show core infotainment features such as radio and comfort controls using the Uconnect system powered by the latest version of Android, 7.0 Nougat. 

Chrysler said the integration maintains its own unique Uconnect interface while opening up the system to the world of Android applications and features. The demonstration will show integration with Google Assistant, Google Maps and popular Android apps like Pandora, Spotify, NPR One and Pocket Casts.

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