Automotive-grade M2M technology provides 4G connectivity for Audi's LTE infotainment system

Gemalto, a global leader in digital security, announced that its Cinterion series of automotive-grade M2M technology is providing 4G connectivity for Audi's industry's first embedded LTE infotainment system. The enhanced "Audi connect" service launched by Audi A3 will enrich the mobile life of drivers and passengers, bringing high-speed and low-latency connections and a set of advanced features, including mobile Wi-Fi hotspots, Internet radio broadcasting, and the Web Services and better navigation system.

With the LTE-ready Audi connection service supported by Gemalto, users can enjoy both voice and data services, advanced navigation features for transmitting street image data to cars, multimedia streaming and download, and mobile Wi-Fi for up to eight devices Fi hotspot. The connection has been optimized to take advantage of high-speed LTE / 4G networks, and to maximize 3G speeds when 4G networks are unavailable, achieving peak data rates comparable to high-end home and office Internet services. Gemalto ’s Cinterion automotive-grade M2M technology is unrivaled, and its development goal is to exert the best performance under harsh conditions and is specially built for the fast-growing and innovative automotive industry. In this customized solution for Audi, Gemalto has improved consumer-grade LTE technology to enable it to meet specific industrial and automotive needs.

Ricky Hudi, Chief Engineer of Electronics and Electrical at Audi, said: "We use Gemalto ’s unparalleled expertise and consistent high quality for more than a decade to adopt its market-leading Cinterion products, which can help Audi provide a new generation of our wise drivers Services, fulfilling the true promise of 'connected cars'. Gemalto's scalable automotive M2M solution allows us to seamlessly and quickly migrate from 3G to LTE, launch more dynamic products at a faster rate, and highlight our leadership."

Norbert Muhrer, Senior Vice President of Gemalto M2M, pointed out: "Gemalto has been at the forefront of LTE and automotive-grade M2M technology development, introducing the industry's first embedded vehicle LTE technology solution. This highly innovative and extremely durable reliable technology Allow long-term partners like Audi to enjoy the benefits of first-to-market. 4G is the key to providing high-bandwidth real-time services, which in turn creates a truly transformative mobile infotainment experience for customers. "

About Gemalto

Gemalto (Gemalto, Euronext stock code: NL0000400653GTO) is a global leader in the field of digital security, with operating income of 2 billion euros in 2011, 74 offices and 14 R & D centers in 43 countries or regions The total number of employees exceeds 10,000.