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Rumor: Apple pauses talks with Hyundai, may opt for other manufacturer for Apple Car project

Per several rumors over the course of last week, Apple and Hyundai, which owns Kia, may have paused talks to create an Apple Car. Apple has apparently also been discussing its automative plans with other manufacturers, and while there have been rumors as to Apple considering a deal with Hyundai/Kia, Apple could sign an agreement […]

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Rumor: Apple looking to acquire Drive.ai in effort to acquire engineering talent

An unconfirmed report has stated that Apple is acquiring Drive.ai in an effort to scoop up engineers from the self-driving startup. According to The Information, Apple has offered the following statement regarding the possible purchase: “Apple is in the process of acquiring a well-known but struggling self-driving shuttle firm, Drive.ai, for its engineering talent in […]

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Two new patents show how Apple would use iPhone, Bluetooth to interact with cars

One day, your iPhone WILL talk to and control your car. Per the United States Patent and Trademark Office (1, 2) and AppleInsider, a pair of patent filings discovered on Thursday reveal Apple is actively investigating the possibilities afforded by the iOS mobile platform’s various wireless connectivity options, including the ability to interact with, and […]