Cruise Control App Style: Android and Blackberry Apps for Ford
Two new partners who have jumped on board with Ford Blackberry and Android as they have announced that Sync Applink will be on all 2011 Ford models. Applink will enable drivers to access and control select Android and BlackBerry apps via in-car voice commands and control buttons. Check out more details inside.
Read More#28DaysofDiversity: @GwenPeake of @Ford
As someone in the technology/web/social space, I often travel and attend various events in the industry and notice a huge lack of diversity, and when it comes to getting attention from mainstream media/tech blogs it’s almost impossible. That said on Day 2 of 28 Days of Diversity I would like to introduce to some and present to others:
Read MoreKia Motors Challenges Ford in Infotainment System Arena
Ford has been an industry leader in producing cars with connectivity ability. Their SYNC system has been updated giving users to ability to access web browsers and third-party apps like Twitter and Pandora from anywhere on the road. Automakers are beginning to realize the importance of integrating tech into the next generation of cars and [...]
Read MoreFord SYNC Goes Wi-Fi, Gets App Store
Much has been said about Ford’s SYNC system. The in-car infotainment system is a joint development from Ford and Microsoft. Since it’s debut on members of Ford’s fleet including the Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and Mercury Sable it has received rave reviews. 2010 is shaping up to be a big year for the voice-activated system with a slew of announcements that have been made over the past couple of weeks.
Read MoreCEA Unveiled: A Preview to the Big Show
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) raised the veil of secrecy for a few lucky New York tech writers concerning the 2010 International CES. For those of you that don’t know the Consumer Electronics Show is like the techie Superbowl or maybe it’s more like a cotillion. Everyone has on their best business casual outfits showing off their latest and greatest additions to the tech universe and we journalists, geeks, and gawkers lap it up like honey.
Read MoreFord adds Gwen Peake to Social Media Division
Ford is already pretty well known for it’s social media strategy, led by Scott Monty, and was ranked the #1 Social Automotive Brand by Virtue.com. They not only use social media to engage with current customers (and potential customers) for Ford products, they also use it for Customer Service and to combat “haters” when those [...]
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