PCM and Google applications integrated
Also, it seems that the information came from a somewhat dubious "certain source" ^^, but it was reported by a European news site, so I wonder if it is credible to some extent? I thought so, so I took a look.
The content is that Porsche is considering integrating Google's software into the Porsche Communication Management System (PCM), and in the future Android users will be able to use Google's applications (Google Maps, Google Assistant, etc.) on Porsche. that it will be possible to use it directly.
It seems that this integration means that it will be possible to use it with PCM without connecting an Android smartphone, and it seems that it is a story that is being considered only for the "Porsche brand" rather than the Volkswagen group.
Spokesmen for Porsche and Google have yet to respond to the incident, and a spokesman for Cariad, VW's software arm, declined to comment.
Lutz Meschk, CEO of Porsche AG, said in a conference call in October 2022, "After the contract with Cariad, VW's software research and development arm, Porsche will be Apple, Baidu, We are in close contact with Tencent, Alibaba, and Google."
In the past, Porsche has been reluctant to use Google's software, according to Manager Magazin, purportedly because Google asked them to share too much data. increase.
With software becoming an integral part of car design in today's cars, the competition among technology companies from Google, Apple and Amazon to get into automakers' systems seems to be heating up. So, maybe this time Google relaxed the data sharing conditions?
By the way, General Motors, Renault, Nissan, Ford and others have Google technology built into their vehicles via the Google Automotive Services (GAS) package, which provides Google Maps, Google Assistant and other app features.
But some car makers are still worried about technology giants having unrestricted access to the data generated through these services, or turning their car displays into something else. very cautious.
For example, BMW has not taken any direction to integrate GAS into their cars, and it was said that it is important for BMW to maintain the customer interface.
What will happen to Porsche?
I often use Google Maps on my smartphone for navigation, so it might be convenient for me if Google Maps can be used normally on PCM.
Source:Porsche, Google said to be discussing Google apps access
I'm Rika, the author of this article. Ever since Porsche 911 became my favorite car, I've become totally addicted to Porsche, and I can't stop loving Porsche, so I started this blog. My favorite cars are 911 Carrera (991.2), 911 Carrera Cabriolet (992.1), and 911 Carrera T (992.1).
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