Thanks to a new partnership with Qualcomm and Google, automakers will be able to develop new AI voice assistants for their cars. Qualcomm today announced that it is collaborating with Google on a new AI development system for automakers.
The new version is based on Android Automotive OS (AAOS), Google’s automotive infotainment platform. Qualcomm offers Snapdragon digital chassis with Google Cloud and AAOS to create new AI-powered digital cockpits for cars. Qualcomm also announced two new chips to power driving systems, including Snapdragon Cockpit Elite for the dashboard and Snapdragon Ride Elite for self-driving features.
The new interface will allow vehicle drivers and passengers to interact with custom voice assistants, immersive maps, and real-time driving updates. Automakers can use this new system to create their own marketable AI voice assistants that do not require connection to a smartphone.
Other automakers are also taking steps to integrate AI systems into their vehicles. At CES 2024, Volkswagen announced plans to integrate ChatGPT into voice assistants in various new car models. Although a latecomer, AAOS now powers vehicles from multiple manufacturers, including Chevrolet, Honda, Volvo, and Rivian.
