Kent: "Cellular Internet video streaming would solve this." Why?
And why not use regular UHF TV, as that is already in cars. Actually LCD screens are going into the back of the front seats for the rear passengers (as per planes). Note, it is illegal for a driver to be in the line of sight of moving images over any form of VDU. Mobile/cellular is totally redundant for the purpose of video imagery (okay you can get tailored content, but then there is a tuner), over here the AA (Automobile Association) offer traffic reports over your phone, with a special display unit, based on location. tie that in with GPS navigation, now standard on small Fiats, and you might realise that the car connectivity thing has already happened. DVDs are small enough for video in the back, I just remembered that the most recent London black cabs now show TV news (including stock info) in the back...so who needs cellular? Virgin radio have a deal with Ericsson to test the concept of offering radio over WCDMA...no matter where you are in the world, you'll get YOUR local station. I'm sure it will happen, but don't hold your breath, I bet it'll only be affordable in around 7+ years time.
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