The Screens Newsletter: October 2023

Hello October! ??

Here at Screens Studio, we always look forward to providing you with what’s hot in automotive HMIs. In this edition, we’ll get you some info on what’s new in the automotive-infotainment world and?some updates?from the IAA MOBILITY 2023. But first, let’s dive into the latest cars we’ve added to our database.

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NEW INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMS ON SCREENS STUDIO! ??

Fisker Ocean

Fisker Ocean: Packed with high-end features, the infotainment system still needs to be ready for use. But there are still aspects that were worthy of exploration and discussion, for instance:

• Rotatable Head Unit: The large, rotating touchscreen head unit enhances the user experience by offering flexibility.
• Camera Views: Users can access the camera to view surroundings anytime, not just when reversing, which also ensures driving safety.
• Third-Party Apps: YouTube, Hulu, Prime, Apple TV, Disney+, and Pluto TV are all accessible in the large head unit that, makes it a complete entertainment package for users while charging their vehicle.

Ora Lightning Cat

Ora Lightning Cat: Stands out as a “Woman’s car”—but is it, really? While the exterior looks more like a Porsche Panamera, the interior tells a different story:

• Automatic Parking: With a 3D parking view, back camera view, and the ability to recognize the vast majority of normal parking spaces, the car can park in a relatively regular manner.
• Design for Women: The default color in the drop-down menu is pink, allowing users to take selfies in the car camera and add some filters. The system is also adjustable for female users regarding scenario mode and system levels.
• Instrument Cluster Design: The retro, innovative look with three round LCD gauges comes with 11 different types of information. It takes the old, rectangular dashboard to a different look.

Honda Pilot

Honda Pilot: Honda is always developing their dashboard with newer features, and this time, we’ve got to come out and say this: we love the CabinTalk? feature. Here’s what’s inside:

• Cabin Talk?simplifies communication with rear passengers by temporarily muting audio to convey your message through the speakers.
• Smart Shortcuts: Get quick suggestions tailored to your preferences. Let’s say you visit a location frequently or have a recurring contact you call while moving; the system makes it appear as a shortcut suggestion.
• Highway Navigation: This feature lets drivers stay on track with vivid visual representations of exit signs and lanes on the head unit.

Hozon Neta GT

Hozon Neta GT: An electric sport coupe is something that many have eagerly been waiting for. Now that it’s out and about, here’s what it offers:

• A Large Head Unit: The Neta GT’s large head unit can also interact with users through voice, gestures, and facial expressions that can be highly customized per the user’s habits and preferences.
• Ejection Mode: Experience a complete screen refresh, fading side menu information. Enjoy futuristic visual effects and immersive car sounds, creating a dynamic and exhilarating driving experience.
• Neta Toy Box:?This feature offers various customization options, including light shows, a 4D music cockpit, customizable car models, and the ability to use the vehicle as a loudspeaker for external communication while comfortably seated inside.

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What’s New In The Infotainment World?

• Recently,?NIO unveiled the NIO phone, which is said to enhance the driving experience for owners in case of remote control, interconnectivity with other devices, and an overall enhanced in-car experience.
• BMW 7 Series approval for L3 autonomous driving?up to 60 kmph in Germany.
• We figured out?why the infotainment systems often have a playful, or, let’s say, colorful design. Read more on our analysis.
• Electric vehicles are ditching AM Radio—for critical safety reasons.

?? Stay tuned for more updates on Screens LinkedIn Page

What’s up at Screens GmbH?

We've gathered insights from the IAA MOBILITY regarding...

• Latest car HMI systems and their features.
• Major vehicle trends in the UI/UX.
• Top automotive tech transformations.

We’ve gathered all our insights into our IAA-Infotainment-Report. If you haven’t received your FREE copy yet, contact us at?[email protected]?– and we’ll send it to you.

New Features on Screens Studio

1. Four Subtitles: You can now browse videos with FOUR different subtitles: English????, Chinese????, Japanese????, and Korean????.
2. Simultaneous Views: You have THREE camera angle views, all showing simultaneous views of the infotainment system. You can download the videos on your PC.
3. Same Use Case Suggestions: There are automated suggestions for the same use case in other cars.
4. In-car Translation: Chinese vehicles come with a built-in on-screen translation feature.
5. Video Playback Speed: To streamline the user experience with YouTube, we also have a playback speed feature. You can view the videos at your own pace.

Up Next…

?? What makes Chinese cars and their infotainment systems so futuristic?

?? Will China take over the EV market by 2035?

?? Are there any real differences between Chinese and European car head units?

So many questions need to be answered, and we have covered just about that in our new white paper—“Designing the Smart Cockpit for European Customers.”?Would you like a copy? Contact us at?[email protected]

Until Next Time

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