Cerence has signed a memorandum of understanding with LG Electronics to develop new software which integrates LG's webOS Auto In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) system with Cerence ARK (AI Reference Kit), a new 'turnkey' voice assistant for the automotive market.
The companies will develop a voice command system that gives vehicle occupants more control over car functions, navigation and multimedia.
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The partnership will deliver more efficient management of resources required to integrate the two products, aiming to provide automakers and tier one suppliers with a pre-packaged, full-stack IVI software system that will shorten development time.
LG's webOS Auto is a Linux-powered IVI platform for connected cars. Cerence ARK is designed to help automakers quickly develop a fully localised automotive voice assistant.
