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Alexa Now Orders Starbucks From Ford Sync 3
Alexa Now Orders Starbucks From Ford Sync 3
March 23, 2017  |  Innovation

It’s the moment all early-morning commuters have been waiting for. Starbucks just recently announced an ordering integration with Ford’s SYNC3, the automaker’s voice-activated technology powered...

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Alibaba Invests In AR Car Tech Developer WayRay
Alibaba Invests In AR Car Tech Developer WayRay
March 17, 2017  |  Investments

Many of the largest automotive and tech industry players have been investing in developments geared toward a future populated by smart and connected cars. Just...

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Connected Cars Use Data To Personalize
Connected Cars Use Data To Personalize
March 01, 2017  |  Innovation

The annual Mobile World Congress is underway in Barcelona, showcasing the latest mobile technology and featuring talks, panels and exhibits. Among them were discussions on...

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Audi Testing Vehicles That Talk To Traffic Signals
Audi Testing Vehicles That Talk To Traffic Signals
August 16, 2016  |  Retail

Outside of Disney movies, everyone knows that cars can’t talk. Or can they? Audi, the German car maker owned by Volkswagen, is gearing up to...

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When Your Car Company Becomes Your Wallet
When Your Car Company Becomes Your Wallet
April 21, 2016  |  Merchant Innovation

FordPass is exactly like what it sounds – the automotive manufacturer’s foray into the world of payments. Well, more correctly, commerce. Jim Buczkowski, Ford’s Director...

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