Pioneer using WiMax to send content to your car
Pioneer's prototype mobile network AV playback system - Click above to view the video after the jump
With so many infotainment devices being created, we're beginning to wonder what people are actually doing in their cars -- or rather, if they ever get out of their cars. Pioneer has thrown another electronic log onto the in-car streaming entertainment fire with its prototype network A/V playback system that uses WiMax. That means that any media you keep digitally stored at home could conceivably be streamed to your car.
We say conceivably because it will be a while before cities have enough WiMax coverage to make it all work. But when they do, your TiVo can go along for the ride. Because the device is mobile, you could also use it to watch something in another area of your house, or while relaxing in your backyard. You know, places where it makes a little more sense to be watching movies... Follow the jump to see a short video on the system.
[Source: Engadget]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Swede 10:04AM (6/26/2009)
We totally need more distracted drivers out there
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Avinash machado 10:14AM (6/26/2009)
Cars seem to have become houses on wheels.
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Other Man 11:55AM (6/26/2009)
Good thing it's not pronounced WeeMax. That would sound like a male enhancement product.
Bwahahahahaha.
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chconline 12:06PM (6/26/2009)
That's the car interior of the future ;) (Read: Go cost cutting lol)
Back on topic, WiMax coverage in a lot of places aren't that well. Can't they use 3G or something? The amount of data that needs to be pushed on this shouldn't make a difference.
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kortnie 1:59PM (6/26/2009)
For vehicles with rear seat entertainment, or dual view, the ability to stream content from your home's media sever is potentially pretty cool. However, the way they are showcasing the technology as "anytime, anywhere" for the driver is a very poor choice...
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