SI
SI
discoversearch

We've detected that you're using an ad content blocking browser plug-in or feature. Ads provide a critical source of revenue to the continued operation of Silicon Investor.  We ask that you disable ad blocking while on Silicon Investor in the best interests of our community.  If you are not using an ad blocker but are still receiving this message, make sure your browser's tracking protection is set to the 'standard' level.
Technology Stocks : General Magic
 Public ReplyPrvt ReplyMark as Last ReadFilePrevious 10Next 10PreviousNext  
To: Kurthend who wrote (7630)1/9/2000 10:37:00 PM
From: Mark Oliver  Read Replies (1) of 10081
 
Kurt, Delphi had an AutoPC demo with a WAP connection to the internet. All the AutoPC's need a way to transfer data. The Clarion used compact flash cards. I don't remember what Visteon used. They all talk about the hope of using Bluetooth.

Clearly, the data rate on today's wireless connections (6 to 9 Kbps) is too slow for program transfers, especially if you are paying in cents per minute. Most of these devices have CD's, but they never mentioned using CD's for anything but playing music. I guess they must be usable for downloading programs? They all talk about incorporating Sega Dreamcast, which might mean Win CE is not a very usable gaming platform?

Also, Delphi seems to compete for GM contracts. They claim they have no special ins to supply GM. Maybe Sony will have a AutoPC of their own? Anyway, I've never seen Sony as a power player in Internet, or wireless phones.

Regards,

Mark
Report TOU ViolationShare This Post
 Public ReplyPrvt ReplyMark as Last ReadFilePrevious 10Next 10PreviousNext  

HomeMailHotSubjectMarksPeopleMarksKeepersSettings
Terms Of UseContact UsCopyright/IP PolicyPrivacy PolicyAbout UsFAQAdvertise on SI
© 2025 Knight Sac Media.  Data provided by Twelve Data, Alpha Vantage, and CityFALCON News