Google wants to see the Android OS embedded directly into the car and it is working with semiconductor firm Qualcomm to achieve this.
The functions of a concept car were demonstrated at Google I/O in California today.
They ran on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 automotive processor.
The plan is to have a series of Automotive Development Platforms (ADP) for Snapdragon 820A and Snapdragon 602A processors. These will be used for system development and testing.
The ADPs will be available through Intrinsyc, the Canadian embedded wireless supplier.
Patrick Brady, director of Android engineering, Google, writes:
“We are in close collaboration with firms to bring the best of Android into the automobile in a safe and seamless way.”
