This new technology that Nokia and Harman International Automotive Division are working on will be called ADAS, which spells Advanced Driver Assistance System. This new type of interface involves some of the newer Harman infotainment solutions built for in-vehicle use and Nokia's mobile phones, as well as their Ovi platform, especially the Maps section. Lately, Nokia has introduced some new devices designed especially for drivers, but nothing this advanced.

"Beside our well equipped infotainment systems, standardized interface solutions between Smartphones & Car Infotainment will provide a rich set of additional applications and are particularly interesting for Entry- and Mid-Level Infotainment Systems to allow best connectivity via the head unit for attractive use of smartphone functionality in vehicle applications" stated Hans Roth, Director Global Business Development & Marketing, Harman Automotive Division.

When the project is ready, users will be able to benefit from their smartphones' display on the screen of the infotainment device. The newly signed partnership is a continual to Nokia's Terminal Mode protocol, started some time ago. Since then, the Finnish mobile phone company has collaborated with many other car companies and gadget manufacturers.

"We are happy to be involved in creating an industry standard to connect smartphones to in-car systems. It is a totally logical step and we believe this standard will fuel the creation of innovative new services for drivers," said Vesa Luiro, Director, Automotive, Nokia. "The infotainment system of a modern car is a natural extension for the capabilities of smartphones. Not only will it simplify the use of turn-by-turn voice guidance from Ovi Maps, but also provide a new and easy way of accessing other content on the smartphone, such as music and delivering automotive specific applications from the Ovi Store."

For now we can only wait for Nokia and “friends” to develop this new technology in order to have in-car navigation from your Ovi Maps, on the screen of your Harman infotainment center.


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