In early 2010 Audi will be bringing the next generation of the A8 to the starting line I can’t wait! The new vehicle will be bringing a variety of Google services and information to the luxury sedan via the internet. The services will be available in selected markets. Its multimedia interface (MMI) navigation plus features among other innovations, a highly evolved operating concept incorporating a touchpad – known as MMI touch. It doesn’t just end there though; the system also includes an integrated hard disk for navigation, phone and audio data and a graphics processor capable of generating high-quality, three dimensional images. The MMI system also analyzes navigation data predicatively and relays information to the control unit managing the automatic cruise control with Stop & Go, adaptive lights and the 8-speed tiptronic gearbox so the systems adapt their function to conditions well in advance. Holy happy navigation Batman! It can also supply up-to-date information from the internet via the optionally integrated GPRS/EDGE modem. You’ll be able to search online with Google for points-of-interest directly from within the MMI. The large 8 inch LCD display makes it easy to view Google Earth imagery and its corresponding 3D terrain view with the detailed street network. All you need to do is insert a SIM card or pair their mobile phone via the Bluetooth. Wow! GPS is certainly getting better and better and definitely more media friendly. It’ll be really had focusing on the road.

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