Samsung and the Hyundai Motor Group are bringing smart home control directly into the vehicle with the new car-to-home service. Owners of Hyundai and Kia models can now remotely control household appliances connected to SmartThings via their car’s infotainment system – from the air conditioning and lighting to the robot vacuum cleaner. Samsung Car-to-Home complements the existing Home-to-Car service Samsung and the Hyundai Motor Group launched the home-to-car service back in September 2025. For the first time, users were able to control their vehicle from home via the SmartThings app – for example, to preheat the air conditioning, start the engine or lock and unlock the doors. Now the networking also works in the other direction: compatible smart home devices can be operated from the car. Specifically, devices such as air conditioning systems (from model year 2021), air purifiers and robot vacuum cleaners (from model year 2024) as well as lighting systems are supported, provided they are compatible with the SmartThings platform. They are controlled via a touchscreen in the vehicle. Set up via QR code in just a few steps Setting up the car-to-home service is very simple: users with an active Hyundai Bluelink or Kia Connect subscription scan the QR code displayed in the vehicle’s SmartThings app using their smartphone. This links the SmartThings account to the vehicle. The prerequisite is a Hyundai or Kia vehicle with the ccNC infotainment platform (Connected Car Navigation Cockpit), which has been installed in production vehicles since November 2022. Samsung has announced that it will gradually extend compatibility to other models through software updates. Intelligent routines: Automation by location The option to set up location-based routines is particularly exciting. Using the SmartThings “Smart Routine” function, users can define automatic processes that are based on the GPS location of the vehicle: - Homecoming
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Bauer Media Audio brings Rayo to Android Automotive, expanding its audio platform into connected car dashboards Bauer Media Audio has launched a native Android Automotive version of Rayo in the UK and Portugal, bringing its audio platform directly into connected vehicle dashboards and making it easier for listeners to access Bauer Media’s radio brands wherever they are – including in the car. From today, listeners have more ways to tune in to Bauer Media’s radio stations, with Rayo becoming available within the integrated entertainment systems of BMW Group (BMW and MINI). Built using Radioplayer’s white-label Android Automotive platform and supported by distribution through the Appning Apps Market Solution, the launch ensures Rayo is available across a growing number of vehicles running Android Automotive OS, helping keep radio easily accessible as in-car technology evolves. BMW Group joins the launch as a partner OEM, with Rayo available in compatible vehicles running Android Automotive. Unlike Android Auto, which mirrors content from a smartphone onto a vehicle display, Android Automotive is built directly into the car’s operating system. This allows apps such as Rayo to run natively within the infotainment environment and integrate more seamlessly with in-car interfaces, including voice assistants and dashboard controls. The Android Automotive version of Rayo initially focuses on delivering a streamlined live radio experience across Bauer Media’s portfolio of stations. While functionality at launch is intentionally focused on live listening, the platform creates a strong foundation for future enhancements, including expanded features and on-demand audio such as podcasts. The move forms part of Bauer Media Audio’s wider strategy to ensure listeners can easily access its stations and content wherever they are – across mobile devices, smart speakers and increasingly, connected vehicles – keeping radio simple, reliable and within reach in every environment. Radioplayer’s white-label Android Automotive technology enables broadcasters
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Bauer Media Audio brings Rayo to Android Automotive connected vehicles Bauer Media Audio has made its Rayo platform available directly inside connected vehicle dashboards via Android Automotive. The new version of the Android app is now live in the UK and Portugal, allowing listeners to access Bauer Media’s radio stations without needing a smartphone connection. From today, Rayo is integrated into infotainment systems within BMW Group vehicles, including BMW and MINI models running Android Automotive OS. This means drivers can listen to live radio through a native app built into the car, rather than relying on mirrored services such as Android Auto. The platform has been developed using Radioplayer’s white label Android Automotive technology, with distribution supported by the Appning Apps Market Solution. The rollout is designed to ensure radio remains accessible as more vehicles adopt built-in operating systems. At launch, the app focuses on live radio streaming across Bauer Media’s stations. Additional features, including on-demand audio and podcasts, are expected to follow as the platform develops. Tobias Nielsen, Senior Vice President, Digital at Bauer Media Audio, said bringing Rayo into dashboards offers more ways for listeners to stay connected, particularly as in-car listening continues to grow. Laurence Harrison added that the launch shows how broadcasters can reach audiences directly through vehicle systems, while Mattijs de Valk said it helps expand the range of audio apps available to manufacturers. The move is part of Bauer Media Audio’s wider plan to keep its content accessible across multiple platforms, including mobile, smart speakers and connected vehicles.
Mar 31, 2026 · via radiotoday.co.uk
Holland, Ohio – March 25, 2026 – PRESSADVANTAGE – TAS Electronics, an aftermarket vehicle electronics company serving Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan since 1973, announced the availability of professional DroneMobile installation at its Holland, Ohio location, giving drivers LTE-connected smartphone control over compatible vehicle functions including remote start, door lock and unlock, GPS tracking, and real-time security alerts. The DroneMobile platform operates through an antenna installed discreetly in the vehicle and connects to a mobile application that allows drivers to control compatible safety and remote-start functions from any location with cellular coverage. Unlike a standard key fob, which is limited by proximity, the system uses LTE connectivity to extend vehicle access regardless of distance. The platform is also compatible with Apple Watch, Android Wear, Amazon Alexa, and Google Assistant, enabling drivers to interact with their vehicle through multiple device types from a single connected account. TAS Electronics is presenting the service as more than a remote-start upgrade. The connected system addresses a broader set of driver needs, including vehicle security, family oversight, and operational awareness, by consolidating those functions into one professionally installed platform. By framing the announcement around those combined capabilities, the company is positioning DroneMobile as a connected vehicle intelligence solution rather than a single-purpose aftermarket accessory. The system includes high-precision GPS tracking that allows owners to view a vehicle’s current location and review trip history in real time. Geofencing tools let users define geographic boundaries and receive push notifications when a vehicle enters or exits a designated area. For households managing younger drivers, the platform supports configurable alerts for speed thresholds and after-hours driving activity. A Family Sharing feature allows separate user logins with shared access to one or more vehicles, making the system practical for households with multiple drivers on overlapping schedules. TAS Electronics is also
Mar 31, 2026 · via eveningsun.com
Chinese automakers sign Avanci deals as connected-car push grows Seven China-based automakers have signed a total of 10 licensing agreements with Avanci, which announced the deals on Tuesday, across its 4G and 5G vehicle programs. Avanci, a platform that pools standard-essential patents and offers one-stop licensing to automakers, said the agreements highlight growing participation from Chinese manufacturers as vehicles increasingly rely on connectivity for software updates, navigation and in-car services. More deals are expected in the coming months, the company said, pointing to continued momentum in one of the fastest-growing segments of the auto industry. "We are delighted that seven China-based automakers are now participating in Avanci as licensees," Avanci Vehicle President Laurie Fitzgerald said, adding that more than 150 automotive brands globally are part of at least one of its programs. Avanci aggregates patents from dozens of holders into a single licensing framework, allowing carmakers to avoid complex bilateral negotiations. More than 275 million connected vehicles are now covered under its licenses. Participating brands gain access to patents from nearly 70 licensors under the 4G program and about 90 under the 5G program, the company said. The expansion comes as automakers globally seek to streamline patent licensing and manage rising intellectual property costs tied to connectivity.
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