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WirelessDevNet.com Press Release
Nokia Delivers the Latest In-Car Communication Solution to the New Volkswagen Passat
DUSSELDORF, Germany and ESPOO, Finland, March 4 --
The new Volkswagen Passat will come equipped with the PREMIUM handset
integration product from Nokia Automotive, harnessing Bluetooth wireless
technology*. This makes Volkswagen the first automaker to offer its customers
a factory-fitted automotive communication solution that supports the
Bluetooth SIM Access Profile. The handset integration product provides
compatibility with a wide range of mobile phones from various
manufacturers**. A mobile phone holder is also offered as an option for users
who wish to charge their phone in the car.
The user enjoys all the benefits of a car phone with external GSM
antenna, excellent audio quality in hands-free mode, and comfortable
operation tailored to the needs of the driver.*** Many applications can be
conveniently controlled via an external alphanumerical keyboard, the
multifunctional steering wheel or voice dial. At the same time, the PREMIUM
handset integration product**** provides yet another advantage of hands-free
systems - the ability to access personal contact data stored in the mobile
phone using Bluetooth wireless technology.
Via the Bluetooth SIM Access Profile, the PREMIUM handset integration
product can access the SIM card of the compatible mobile phone and log onto
the GSM network. As soon as the user gets out of the car or presses a certain
button on his mobile phone, the receiving mode is deactivated and the mobile
phone automatically logs back onto the mobile network.
Optimally integrated into the vehicle environment, this solution includes
key functions such as radio mute and downloading of phonebook entries from
compatible mobile phones via Bluetooth wireless technology, as well as
additional basic functions such as voice dial, taking and ending calls, and
redial.
"For the first time, an automaker is offering a communication solution
using the Bluetooth SIM Access Profile that is factory-fitted in the vehicle.
This represents an important engineering achievement: we have taken a further
step toward universality in the domain of factory-installed, integrated
communication solutions: Users looking for wide-ranging compatibility with a
variety of mobile phones have a choice between an aftermarket solution or a
factory-fitted system," says Marcus Stahl, General Manager Nokia Automotive.
"The Nokia PREMIUM handset integration product surely marks a milestone
in our longstanding cooperation with Nokia Automotive. The Volkswagen Passat
can now offer a factory-fitted automotive communication solution that could
not be more convenient and which meets the needs of even the most demanding
automotive communications user," comments Dr. Karsten Michels, Director
Infotainment of Volkswagen AG.
The PREMIUM handset integration product is available in the new
Volkswagen Passat during summer 2005.
About Nokia
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and
sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to
each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and
innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging,
games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services
for network operators and corporations.
http://www.nokia.com
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