New OnStar Digital Hardware Offers Improved Voice Recognition, Continuous Digit Dialing
26 Februar 2004 - 4:30PM
PR Newswire (US)
New OnStar Digital Hardware Offers Improved Voice Recognition,
Continuous Digit Dialing Continuous hardware improvements in 6
generations over 8 years TROY, Mich., Feb. 26 /PRNewswire/ --
OnStar now offers digital and analog coverage as it unveiled its
latest generation of hardware today. OnStar has also upgraded its
embedded hands-free voice recognition capabilities by collaborating
with IBM to enhance its ViaVoice technology, allowing faster, more
intuitive continuous digit dialing and improvedvoice recognition
accuracy. OnStar, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Motors, is
the industry-leading provider of in-vehicle safety and security
services. "We're excited to introduce our sixth generation of
hardware in less than eight years, and to do so by aligning today's
rapidly changing consumer electronics product cycle with the
automotive product lifecycle," said Chet Huber, president of
OnStar. OnStar's new hardware incorporates 3G CDMA2000 1X wireless
technology, taking advantage of twodigital frequencies and one
analog frequency, depending on network availability. CDMA2000, a
digital wireless technology commercially developed by QUALCOMM, is
the preferred standard for sound quality, high-speed transmission
of voice and data, and can process more calls than analog networks.
"OnStar's move to 3G CDMA is the result of a partnership and shared
vision that telematics enhances the safety, security and available
services for drivers and passengers of OnStar-equipped vehicles,"
said Dr.Paul E. Jacobs, president of QUALCOMM's Wireless and
Internet Group. "QUALCOMM is proud that OnStar has selected our
chips and technology to turn the promise of digital wireless into
reality for their subscribers." When OnStar launched service in
thefall of 1996, analog was the ubiquitous network that enabled the
delivery of in-vehicle safety and security services nationwide.
Today, OnStar's coverage over the wireless network is widespread
and reliable and OnStar's hands-free, voice-activated 3-watt
wireless phone, with exterior mounted antenna, provides superior
reception. By offering access to services on both digital and
analog networks OnStar subscribers have the broadest possible
high-speed wireless service available. Gen 6 hardware will begin to
roll out this spring in the General Motors fleet, starting on
select midsize SUVs, and will continue on a mix of all SUVs,
pickups and cars. About OnStar OnStar, a wholly owned subsidiary of
General Motors, is the nation's leading provider ofin-vehicle
safety, security and information services using the Global
Positioning System (GPS) satellite network and wireless technology.
OnStar is available on more than 50 GM models for 2004. OnStar
safety and security services include automatic notification of air
bag deployment, stolen vehicle location, emergency services,
roadside assistance with location, remote door unlock, GM
Goodwrench remote vehicle diagnostics, route support, OnStar
concierge and convenience services. OnStar Personal Calling allows
drivers to make and receive hands-free, voice-activated phone
calls, and Virtual Advisor allows access to location-based traffic
and weather reports, as well as sports scores, stock quotes and
news. More information about OnStar can be found at
http://www.onstar.com/ . DATASOURCE: OnStar CONTACT: Geri Lama of
OnStar Communications, +1-248-588-4950, cell: +1-248-321-1166, Web
site: http://media.gm.com/ http://www.gm.com/
http://www.onstar.com/
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