Chipset maker Qualcomm in partnership with Volkswagen, today announced the integration of Qualcomm technologies in its upcoming Volkswagen AG vehicle at CES 2017.
The technologies include Qualcomm Snapdragon 820A processor for advanced infotainment systems and Snapdragon X12 and X5 LTE modems, for connected car and telematics systems.
Basically, this processor is based on a 14nm FinFET advanced process node running on Qualcomm Technologies’ custom 64-bit Qualcomm Kryo CPU, Qualcomm Adreno 530 GPU and Qualcomm Hexagon 680 DSP Vector extension.
Moreover, this whole system is designed in a way that can be upgradeable through software via high-quality cloud-connectivity that supports over-the-air updates, navigation with real-time updates, news and local information, emergency assistance and diagnostics.
The Volkswagen AG vehicles featuring the Snapdragon 820A processor are expected to be available in 2019. Also, the vehicles utilizing Snapdragon X12 and X5 LTE modems are expected to be available in 2018.
Patrick Little, senior vice president and general manager for automotive, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc, said:
The global automotive industry is currently experiencing an unparalleled acceleration in technology innovation driven by tremendous possibilities in the Connected Car. Qualcomm Technologies is well-positioned to deliver the cutting-edge automotive connectivity and compute solutions needed to drive the industry forward. We are honored to work shoulder-to-shoulder with Volkswagen AG and its network of suppliers to design and deliver industry-leading solutions that will help define next-generation user experiences and accelerate the future of automotive.
Dr. Volkmar Tanneberger, head of electrical and electronic development, Volkswagen, said:
As we look at the future of the automotive industry, we see mobile technologies at its core, and connectivity as its foundation. Utilizing Qualcomm Technologies’ expertise and leadership in mobile technologies, we look forward to having our next generation of automobiles feature highly advanced telematics and infotainment systems that support superior connectivity for the security and safety of our consumers, as well as high bandwidth support for autonomy and multi-media capabilities.