- Innovative VNC Automotive connectivity solution is now pre-integrated into SPARQ OS, P3’s pioneering in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system
- Cobalt Link+ enables user interface mirroring of a smartphone or other device, allowing integration with and control from the vehicle’s infotainment system, head unit, voice commands, or console
- OEMs choosing SPARQ OS can now offer seamless smartphone integration, enhancing the in-vehicle experience
- VNC Automotive’s Cobalt Link™ solution offers seamless integration of Android Auto and Apple CarPlay within in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) platforms based on Android Automotive OS
P3 digital services, a technology leader in in-vehicle infotainment (IVI), announces a new partnership with VNC Automotive, bringing innovative connectivity solutions to the SPARQ OS IVI system, based on Android Automotive OS.
Through this collaboration, automakers choosing SPARQ OS platform can now offer Cobalt Link+, VNC Automotive’s cutting-edge solution that seamlessly integrates smartphone functionality into the connected vehicle environment, further enhancing the in-vehicle experience.
Cobalt Link+ enables user interface mirroring of smartphone, allowing users to access mobile apps, services, and content directly through their vehicle’s infotainment system. It ensures a smooth user experience by integrating mobile devices with the vehicle’s technology, allowing drivers to safely access essential applications like maps, music, and communication tools through voice or touch controls, all while maintaining the performance, safety, and user experience standards of a modern AAOS-based IVI environment.
In addition to its ease of integration and customization capabilities, Cobalt Link+ offers intelligent connectivity through a thin client head unit, enabling smartphone-centric features without the need for frequent software updates, simplifying the in-vehicle technology cycle.
VNC Automotive solutions provide customizable User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) options, allowing OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers greater flexibility in tailoring the infotainment system to meet specific needs.
Cobalt Link+ offers a unified interface for device detection and management, seamlessly handling multiple devices and protocols running concurrently. Its modular architecture allows users to select only the necessary functionalities, simplifying integration while maximizing the reusability of individual modules.
Among the key protocols supported by Cobalt Link are Android Auto and CarPlay, seamlessly integrated into SPARQ OS, in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) platform. Android Auto enables the mirroring of Android device features to a vehicle’s in-dash information and IVI systems. Similarly, CarPlay allows an IVI system to serve as both a display and controller for iOS devices, enhancing connectivity and user experience in modern vehicles.
“This integration marks a key milestone in VNC Automotive’s continued innovation in vehicle connectivity, driving the next generation of in-vehicle infotainment systems globally,” said Tom Blackie, VNC Automotive Founder and CEO. “We are proud to join SPARQ store and are looking forward to building on our partnership with P3, and offering drivers worldwide a better, more seamless connectivity experience.”
“Our partnership with VNC Automotive marks a significant step forward in redefining in-vehicle connectivity,” commented Marius Mailat, CTO & Managing Director of P3 digital services. “By integrating Cobalt Link+, we enhance our Android Automotive OS platform’s capability to deliver seamless smartphone mirroring and control.”
SPARQ OS is the dynamic and rapidly developing IVI solution developed by P3 based on Android Automotive OS, the fastest growing in-vehicle operating system in the world today. SPARQ OS’s cockpit platform includes a diverse app store, smart navigation, digital and personal voice assistant, charging, media and entertainment. It features fully automated over-the-air software and firmware updates, ensuring always-up-to-date functionality and promoting sustainability.
SPARQ provides carmakers with the opportunity to differentiate by delivering advanced top-bottom custom Human-Machine Interface (HMI), service layer and Vehicle Hardware Abstraction Layer (VHAL) integration. Blue-chip car, truck and motorcycle manufacturers around the world have embraced P3 innovations, and deployed SPARQ OS as their core IVI platform.
