Magellan Introduces Multi-Function Smartphone Box for Automotive OEMs

Connects Smartphones to Head Units and Infotainment Platforms; Adds Computing Power While Providing Navigation and Cloud Content

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Jun 02, 2015, 02:59 ET

SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 2, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Magellan will be announcing and demonstrating the newest addition to its line of connected car solutions, Smartphone Box, at the upcoming TU-Automotive Detroit trade show (booth # M168) June 3-4. Connecting with either an iOS or Android smartphone, the Smartphone Box brings computing power and memory storage to low-power head units. Smartphone Box also allows smartphone Bluetooth connectivity for "brought-in" content and apps.

Connects smartphones to head units and infotainment platforms to add computing power while providing navigation and cloud content.

The Magellan Smartphone Box provides multi-functionality through the head unit. It offers standard navigational information such as turn-by-turn guidance, traffic information, and the latest points of interest (POI). It may be used to play music off a SD card or USB connection, and it supports various connection platforms, such as MySpin™ and WebLink™, between a smartphone and a vehicle's infotainment system.

"Infotainment systems have become an essential option for many vehicle owners," stated Stig Pedersen, associate vice president of product management for Magellan. "The easy-to-install Magellan Smartphone Box is an advanced and cost effective solution for vehicles outfitted with only a touch panel or a low-power head unit, or for vehicles without a pre-installed infotainment system. In addition, the Smartphone Box allows auto OEMs to reduce factory costs by enabling infotainment upgrades at the dealer, addressing the various regional demands for vehicle infotainment."

Additional features allow the sharing of music and videos from the smartphone. The Smartphone Box also runs smartphone apps via various links, and delivers live location-based information and social content through Magellan's SmartGPS Eco cloud platform. The device may be hidden by installing it in the glove box and is easily detached to prevent theft.

Pricing and Availability
The Magellan Smartphone Box is now available to automotive OEMs directly from Magellan. Please contact a Magellan sales representative for pricing options.

About Magellan
Headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, MiTAC Digital Corporation, manufacturer of the Magellan (www.magellangps.com) brand of portable GPS navigation devices, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of MiTAC International Corporation. Magellan, the industry leader for innovative GPS navigation devices since 1986, globally markets award-winning products in multiple categories including auto, RV, commercial, outdoor, fitness and mobile. Continuing its spirit of innovation, Magellan is developing new cloud-based technologies, wearables, OEM and B-to-B solutions to meet the changing needs of today's consumers.

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