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5 Ways That Cars Are Getting Smarter

Posted April 28, 2010 10:33 AM

From ReadWriteWeb:

In the emerging Internet of Things, everyday objects are becoming networked. Recently we looked at smart clothing, today we explore the world of smart cars. From Formula One to cheap family cars, all kinds of vehicles are utilizing sensors and advanced technology nowadays. While some of the features we discuss below aren't connected to the Internet, yet, all of them are using sensors. And so we can easily imagine the day when most cars are connected to the network.

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04/28/2010 10:57 AM

Will voice control respond to commands like
"The damn ignition IS switched off so please allow me to lock the doors and stop beeping at me you stupid over complicated crock of excrement"?
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04/28/2010 9:49 PM

...geez, you mean to tell me the reason isn't because "...the drivers are getting dumber?"

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04/29/2010 6:40 AM

Well, I'm not sure you are allowed to talk to your car while moving over here anyway, you get busted for talking on a mobile 'phone in a stationary car (Ed Balls, WoHoo!), so it's only a matter of time...

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