GROM Audio ( https://gromaudio.com) just announced the availability of VLine VL2 with Android 8.1. VLine VL2 is an aftermarket infotainment system that integrates with OEM car stereos and displays. It offers easy access to the latest in-car driving assistant applications, including maps by Google® and Waze®, integrated music streaming services, such as Spotify® and Pandora®, voice commands, and other relevant apps–all accessible through the vehicle’s factory infotainment panel.
VLine is designed to address increasing need of the modern drivers in on-road connectivity and advanced driving assistant systems. According to the multiple studies, technology is the deciding factor in car purchases. GROM Audio bridges the gap between brand new vehicles and the cars that are already on the road, by offering VLine – a seamless infotainment system for factory stereos and displays.
VLine (https://gromaudio.com/vline/) is an Android based infotainment and car computing system. Previously running on Android 5.1, VLine offered stable performance and high level of reliability.
Starting February 1st 2019, VLine VL2 will ship with the robust Android 8.1 Oreo. The upgrade for existing VLine VL2 customers will be available at a later date.
Android 8.1 was designed to improve on the shortcomings of 8.0. Latency and network loads are reduced because of Google’s new Neural Networks API, allowing applications to employ hardware acceleration. Third-party developers are now able to use advanced machine learning algorithms; as a result, users will have access to smarter applications, which employ these updates. Additionally, applications are restricted to one push notification chime per second that can be muted entirely.
“The real value for VLine owners is in how they can now download a greater variety of apps,” a GROM Audio representative said, “It’s an exciting time for VLine owners to explore new apps on Play Market.”
VLine offers a “tablet-like” experience, where users are able to install many driving assistant and entertainment apps, to run directly on their car stereo displays. Users no longer need to rely on their mobile device for any of those features. According to VLine owners, the most used driving assistant services include GPS turn-by-turn navigation by Google®, Waze®, Here® maps, voice assistant, and music streaming apps. In addition, the drivers connect vehicle’s health monitoring software such as Torque, to stay a top of their vehicles condition and be proactive with the repairs, as well as reverse and front facing cameras.
Using VLine infotainment system with factory stereos guarantees a safer driving experience. By integrating with vehicle’s original displays and controls, VLine relies on the safety standards that were designed by the car’s manufacturer. Vline’s own graphic interface features easy to view intuitive layout with large, bold graphics and fonts. Build-in voice assistant allows to start navigation or search for the music, without taking the hands from the wheels, or eyes from the road.
Those interested to learn more can visit GROM Audio VLine webpage for more details: https://www.gromaudio.com/vline
Link to store: https://gromaudio.com/store/vline
Demo videos of VLine: https://gromaudio.com/vline/video.html
About GROM Audio:
GROM is a Silicon Valley-based automotive electronics company with a focus on infotainment, connected car and audio integration solutions. With a passion for technology and drive for innovation, GROM Audio continues to bring to consumers trending in-car and smart city solutions. Through their long-standing commitment to quality products at affordable prices, GROM Audio continues to grow as a leading producer of connected car solutions, both hardware and software. More information is available at https://gromaudio.com
