Re: Microsoft Auto PC

[Soren Juelsgaard <juels@bdti.com>]

On Thu, 8 Jan 1998, Rob Winchell wrote:

> 
> Microsoft just announced the "Auto PC", which is an in-dash computer which
> is the size of a normal radio, and has standard AM/FM/CD capabilities, as
> well as full Windows CE support. It's all voice controlled, and lets you get
> e-mail, directions (optional GPS), paging, etc.
> 
> Now, say what you will about MS - you may love them or hate them. The thing
> here is that you could have a fully programmable computer in your dash, with
> a USD (universal serial device), infrared port (IrDA) and flash memory
> capabilities.
> 
> Let's see...ECU hooked to AutoPC...
> 
> mmmmm...voice-activated boost control...

Would you ever dare drive with your mother inlaw sitting next to you again
?

Soren
100q 166k mi, and still hummin'