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themachinestops@lemmy.dbzer0.com to Technology@lemmy.worldEnglish · 14 hours ago

Why Are Cars Getting Rid Of Android Auto?

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Why Are Cars Getting Rid Of Android Auto?

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themachinestops@lemmy.dbzer0.com to Technology@lemmy.worldEnglish · 14 hours ago
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Why Are Cars Getting Rid Of Android Auto? - BGR
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In-car, smartphone infotainment systems are a pro for car shoppers, but not necessarily carmakers who'd rather keep your data all for themselves.

https://www.cars.com/articles/gm-to-remove-apple-carplay-android-auto-from-future-vehicles-517813/

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    GM are saying that their customers want a more seamless integration. Shareholders are slavering at the idea of owners collared to their subscription system. Buyers need to stop buying cars with stupid subscriptions. My 2nd hand BMW has a heated steering wheel that requires an annual fee to use. Nope, heated gloves are the solution!

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      I imagine you could wire your own mechanical switch to that steering wheel. Fuck them for doing that though.

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      As a BMW tech, what car has a subscription for the heated wheel?

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        2 series hybrid. UK variant

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          Ah, UK. Makes sense.

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        https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-62142208

        https://bimmerlife.com/2022/07/18/dont-panic-bmws-subscription-model-explained/

        I can’t find a list of models, but they still use the same system for other subscriptions

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        I’m surprised you didn’t hear about that, because it was a huge controversy. it was limited to a few countries though (or maybe only the UK?)

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          I heard of the heated seat subscription, just not the heated wheel option. We don’t have that in Canada.

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