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  1. Android News

    Here's a hands-on video of the Volvo V90 that runs a full version of Android

    Google recently announced that Audi and Volvo both have concept cars running a full version of Android in the infotainment system. Phandroid is at Google I/O this year and they have a hands-on video with the Volvo V90 Cross Country.
  2. Android News

    Google shows off what it would look like if smart cars were powered by Android

    In a sneak peak before Google I/O, Google has shown off what it has been working on to power your infotainment centers within cars made by the likes of Audi and Volvo.
  3. Android News

    Volvo plans on integrating Skype and Cortana in its cars

    Volvo has announced plans to integrate Skype for Business into its 90 series cars. Volvo also admitted that it's looking into bringing Cortana to its vehicles with seamless voice recognition and contextual insights.
  4. Android News

    The government wants companies to share a lot of the collected data from self-driving cars

    Yesterday, it was reported that the federal government would release some guidelines for companies who are involved in self-driving cars. Those guidelines are now available, and people from companies like Google, Uber, Ford, Lyft, and Volvo don't seem to be happy with the types of data the...
  5. Android News

    Volvo is testing self-driving cars next year

    After they joined Google and Ford in a coalition to promote self-driving vehicles, Volvo has announced they will begin public trials starting next year. The trials will be carried out in Sweden and London to start. The company will test the technology with a small number the their XC90 SUVs. If...
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    Google, Uber, Ford, Lyft and Volvo team up to advocate self-driving vehicles

    Google has been testing self-driving vehicle tech for quite some time, but there hasn't been much in the way of getting regulation to help it become a reality. The company has decided to enlist the help of Uber, Lyft, Volvo and Ford to help advocate self-driving vehicles. The group is called the...
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    Volvo bringing phone-free Spotify access to its cars this year

    Volvo has announced a partnership with Stockholm-based Spotify to bring native streaming to three of its new cars, includign the XC90 SUV, S90 sedan, and the V90 wagon. The native app will require a Spotify premium app, but you'll still be able to control the service with your mobile phone...
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    Volvo says we'll be able to use our smartphones phones instead of car keys in the future

    Volvo sent out a press release today that talks about how they feel the future of automobiles and technology will pan out. The company wants to replace your keys(or at least accent them) with your smartphone and an application. The verification will be done between the app and the automobile...