Fri 01 July 2022:
Leading automaker BMW Group has said that its upcoming vehicles would use the Google Android Automotive operating system (OS).
From March 2023, the BMW Group will be expanding its BMW Operating System 8 and integrating Android Automotive OS (AAOS) into certain model series for the first time as a second technological approach alongside the current Linux-based variant, the company said in a statement.
“We are integrating the best aspects of all worlds that could be our own in-house developments, Open Source or commercial software products, depending on what the specific solution looks like,” said Stephan Durach, SVP, Connected Company and Development Technical Operations at BMW Group.
“We make sure our customers always enjoy a unique, customised digital experience in their vehicle,” according to the lead developer for the digital driving experience,” Durach added.
The various software platforms allow the infotainment system to be customized.
The expanded operating system can also be used in different vehicle series. Customers benefit from tailored, individual and expanded digital features and options, the company announced.
According to BMW, the extended BMW Operating System 8 will continue to be updated “over the air” at regular intervals via the BMW Remote Software Upgrade.
Android Automotive can be integrated into vehicle infotainment systems and instrument clusters.
It differs from Android Auto, Google’s phone-to-dash connectivity system similar to Apple’s CarPlay.
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