Patent and Trademark United States has issued a new Apple patent for a mobile system, memory settings of actuators, controlled from inside the vehicle. With the iPhone and iPad, these settings can be transferred to other machines by simply plugging them mobile.
The new Apple patent describes a system that can store on your smartphone or tablet configuration of the seat, mirrors, steering wheel and other electrical appliances. Saved settings can then be used in other vehicles by simply connecting it to the iOS-device.
Now, many automakers are using the memory function in their models, which for the particular driver automatically restores the previously set settings, adjustable from the cabin. For example, the BMW can be programmed to automatically activate the high beam headlights when starting, installing mirrors at desired angles and seats with electric adjustment to a predetermined position, loading the necessary modes of airflow and temperature distribution in the cabin for the automatic climate control system, etc. . The machine recognizes each driver by its key, says Cnews .
Offers similar functionality Apple. But in contrast to the development of auto companies, the American giant computer electronics creates a universal system applicable to a variety of vehicles. As planned by the developers, the personal cabin functions will be controlled by connecting an iPhone to a vehicle-based system equipped with special software. In this case, himself a smartphone should have the necessary software.
Automotive industry – is just one of the few areas of application development. It is also proposed for use in the hospitality industry. When a visitor enters a hotel room, a handheld device it can automatically adjust itself under the air conditioner, TV, lighting, etc.
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