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iPod Integration for
Mercedes-Benz, Volvo in 2005
by Jenny McLane
“Almost every car company in the world is working to integrate iPod into their
cars in 2005,” said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide
Product Marketing. “iPod customers want to take their entire music collection
with them everywhere they go, including their car, so we’re excited to be able
to work with so many leading automotive companies to provide customers with
integrated solutions.”
Volvo and Apple announced in January two iPod connectivity options for Volvo's
entire 2005 US model line, allowing iPod users to listen to their music
collection through their Volvo audio system. Mercedes-Benz USA also announced an
iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz, offering full iPod music navigation
through the Mercedes-Benz audio system as well as the ability to select music
using artist, album or playlist with the multifunction controls on the steering
wheel and the integrated multifunction display on their instrument cluster.
iPod is the world’s most popular family of digital music players and the best
way for Mac® or PC users to listen to music at home, on-the-go and in the car.
Apple is working with leaders in the automotive industry to provide the best
experience through car stereo systems, as the automobile is a perfect place for
iPod users to listen to their music.
The iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz will debut this April in the US ($300
plus installation) with the newly redesigned 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class, and for
most other 2005 and 2006 models later this year. Mercedes-Benz is the first
automaker to provide full iPod music navigation for drivers to listen to their
entire iPod music collection through the Mercedes-Benz audio system, as well as
select their music using artist, album or playlist with the multifunction
controls on the steering wheel and the integrated multifunction display on their
instrument cluster.
Volvo’s two iPod connectivity options for their entire 2005 US model line allow
iPod users to listen to their entire music collection through their Volvo audio
system. The Volvo iPod Adapter will be available for S60, S80 and V70/XC70
models and will connect by simply plugging the iPod into a cable located in the
car’s glove compartment, while S40, V50 and XC90 owners can use a dashboard
mounted FM transmitter. The Volvo iPod Adapter allows users to control their
music through their Volvo sound system and steering wheel controls, and both
options charge the iPod when plugged in.
The Volvo iPod Adapter pricing will be announced at program launch in the second
quarter of 2005 for all Volvo models. Authorized Volvo dealers perform
installation only. The Volvo iPod Adapter works with all iPods with a dock
connector.
About the Author:
For all of your
Mercedes Benz Parts needs welcome to the Online Directory for Mercedes Parts,
Mercedes Benz Parts and Mercedes Accessories on the Internet.
Search online for the latest Mercedes-Benz breakthroughs and technological
parts, accessories & products at http://www.partstrain.com/ShopByVehicle/MERCEDES_BENZ
and you're on your way to a satisfying your Mercedes-Benz car parts needs.
Jenny McLane is a 36 year old native of Iowa and has a knack for research on
cars and anything and everything about it. She works full time as a Market
Analyst for one of the leading car parts suppliers in the country today.
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