Better known as a brand of electronic and power tools, in
fact 60 per cent of Boshch's annual revenue is generated from the automotive
technology. The Consumer Electronics Show 2016 will be the right medium for
Bosch to showcase its latest product; the innovation is focused on vehicle
infotainment system.
Bosch comes from Gerlingen to Las Vegas to introduce the
concept of the next-generation of car connectivity. This invention is so
sophisticated, and will change the way of driver to control and interact with
the vehicle.
The concept of Bosch is intended to show 'the future of user
interface'. The system is presented in the form of high-resolution touchscreens
that are placed in a two-seat convertible vehicle. They fill the main console
and on both doors. The interface allows the rider and passengers to access the
basic functions such as the Internet, see the agenda, and navigation.
The connectivity is also connected to the house, so that the
user can turn on / turn off the air conditioning remotely, turn on the security
system, and even unlock the fence. Bosch has also developed a cloud-based
software in which the computer is utilizing GPS signal to calculate the
position of the car, in order to determine whether the user is running in the
right direction or not.
The infotainment system will issue alert sign in the form of
light and sound when there is a pedestrian crossing the road. The same thing is
also applied to the other car that's coming from the opposite direction. According
to Bosch, this solution will become important key to avoid accidents. To
accomplish this, the development team intends to put a personal assistant, like
Siri or Cortana.
The most unique part of this Bosch technology lies in the
touchscreens. Reportedly, the component is able to simulate a sensation that's
similar to when the user presses a button or turning a real dial. It makes the
driving safer because the driver can touch it without seeing the touchscreens.
Furthermore, the vehicle could be ordered to park by itself.
Bosch uses the Tesla Model S as the base to embed its
advanced infotainment system. This innovation has been tested in Germany, Japan
and the United States, and is scheduled to be available in 2020.