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One thing I definitely like about the new iPod integration in the XC60 is the fact that the iPod display screen is seperate from the GPS navigation display. That way you can search and select music on your iPod without losing sight of your navigation indications. Many other systems use one screen to display all information including the audio/iPod interface but Volvo has chosen a different approach here. Read the rest of this entry »

Jaguar has high hopes for making the replacement of the S-type a huge success. In branding and marketing the new XF Jaguar has largely emphasized the high-tech features of their latest model to attract new customers. There are many cool tech gadgets like the pop-up "drive selector" or the special opening system for the glove compartment and I was therefore very curious to see what they had thought of in terms of iPod integration. Read the rest of this entry »

I'd prefer to own an Aston Martin of course but I was already quite happy to get the chance to check out what kind of iPod integration Aston Martin provides for their rich clients.

The iPod integration is relatively simple but it works quite well. A USB connection is present in the central console between the passenger seat in which you can plug in a standard iPod USB connector to hook up to the system. Read the rest of this entry »