Abalta
Technologies announced today that it is working with Delphi
Automotive PLC (NYSE:DLPH) on a global solution that will provide
automakers with another option for bringing infotainment applications
and services into the car’s ecosystem. This new technology will be
demonstrated at the Telematics
Detroit 2014 Conference on June 4-5.
Abalta’s WEBLINK® harnesses the computing power of a smartphone to
supply cloud-based content to a vehicle’s infotainment system. WEBLINK
pushes the latest internet services, such as navigation and internet
radio, from the smartphone’s browser to the infotainment head unit of
the car. When the driver upgrades smartphones, WEBLINK will tap into the
new phone’s power and capability so that infotainment services will
remain state-of-the-art even as the vehicle ages.
WEBLINK serves both cloud-based HTML5 and built-in smartphone
applications by pulling content from the cloud to keep up with rapidly
evolving infotainment services.
“WEBLINK provides us with an alternative application delivery solution
for our OEM customers where limited operating systems are available,
such as in China,” said Glen De Vos, vice president, Global Advanced and
Product Engineering, Delphi. “Delphi already offers a robust portfolio
of connectivity solutions. WEBLINK is another option that our customers
will have to expand in-vehicle smartphone connectivity across global
markets.”
WEBLINK will offer the following solution benefits to both automakers
and consumers:
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FUTURE-PROOF: Leverages rapidly evolving smartphone technologies
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ENHANCED USER EXPERIENCE: Provides an enhanced user experience
over the full life cycle of the vehicle. Cascading style sheets allow
automakers to customize suitable user interfaces based on their
branding model
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SIMPLIFIED APP DEVELOPMENT: Existing HTML5 apps can be easily
deployed to the in-vehicle environment
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FLEXIBLE: Deployment options capable of handling different
infotainment specifications from very low-end to top-of-the-line
systems
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MULTIPLE PLATFORMS: Runs on major smartphone operating systems
including iOS
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OPTIMAL SCREEN VIEW: Screens are rendered in the resolution of
the in-vehicle display radio, resulting in no image distortions or
stretching
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GLOBAL: Enables use of major smartphone platforms globally
“We have worked with Delphi since launching WEBLINK in early 2013
because its understanding of the connected car is second to none,” said
Michael O’Shea, president and CEO, Abalta Technologies. “With WEBLINK,
Delphi can provide its automotive customers an application delivery
method that can be tailored based on the car model and local market.”
About Abalta Technologies
Since 2003, Abalta Technologies has been focused on delivering
innovative software solutions to the automotive industry. From embedded
automotive applications to connected vehicle solutions, Abalta has
worked with OEMs and Tier One suppliers to deliver meaningful
innovations to their customers. Each member of our team has helped pave
the way for the advancement of the connected vehicle today. Abalta
continues to maintain an unrivaled expertise across mobile platforms and
maintains long-standing relationships with a portfolio of over 60 of the
most recognizable brands in the world. We have helped transform our
customers' mobile product visions into meaningful experiences for
businesses and consumers alike. Please visit www.abaltatech.com.
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