European premiere of the new Jeep Cherokee with state-of-the-art HARMAN infotainment system
New Jeep Cherokee equipped with award-winning HARMAN Uconnect™ infotainment system
GENEVA – March 4, 2014 – The new Jeep Cherokee, which is being launched at the Geneva Motor Show 2014, will bring state-of-the-art infotainment and connectivity to the world of midsize SUVs. The new Uconnect™ infotainment system by HARMAN that features increased voice recognition capabilities and more realistic navigationwill help drivers stay connected to their vehicles and the world around them. They can even stream off-board entertainment and other content through the Connected Media Center (CMC).
Developed by HARMAN in cooperation with Chrysler teams, the Uconnect 8.4” Radio and 8.4” Radio Nav systems that were also included in last year’s new Jeep Grand Cherokee models have been reaping industry accolades and were named “2012 Technology of the Year” by AOL Autos.“We’re excited that the Jeep Cherokee will be the tradition-rich car manufacturer’s second iconic vehicle to feature our innovative Uconnect system,” says Sachin Lawande, President of HARMAN’s Infotainment Division. “Drivers of the Jeep Cherokee will have access to an array of easy-to-use features to help them stay connected, informed and focused on driving.”
With a spacious 8.4-inch touch screen, this state-of-the-art system by HARMAN offers more screen real estate for drivers to access the many innovative infotainment features.The platform also delivers faster response and sharper navigation than the predecessor systems in the Jeep Cherokee and its big brother, the Jeep Grand Cherokee, and offers drivers one-step voice command of navigation and other functions. Drivers can make phone calls, give navigation instructions and play their favorite music by voice control – all without compromising safety. Entering destinations is a “one-shot”action, with the city, street and building number all in one natural sequence. A 3D-terrain model, 3D-cities and 3D-landmarks make navigation more realistic than ever.
Key features include:
- Hands-free text to speech listening of incoming SMS messages
- Setting favorite contact phone numbers so they are easily accessible on the main phone screen
- Climate control via touch-screen
- Pairing up to 10 phones/audio devices for easy access
- Navigation destination by phone number
The Jeep Grand Cherokee isn’t the only Chrysler Group vehicle to feature the Uconnect system by HARMAN. Uconnect also powers the Connected Media Center in numerous 2014 Chrysler and FIAT cars, trucks and SUVs, like the Jeep Grand Cherokee, as well as the current Viper sports car.
HARMAN at Geneva Motor Show 2014:
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About HARMAN
HARMAN (www.harman.com) designs, manufactures, and markets a wide range of infotainment and audio solutions for the automotive, consumer, and professional markets. It is a recognized world leader across its customer segments with premium brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, and Mark Levinson® and leading-edge connectivity, safety and audio technologies. The company is admired by audiophiles across multiple generations and supports leading professional entertainers and the venues where they perform. More than 25 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and infotainment systems. HARMAN has a workforce of 14,800 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia and reported sales of $4.7 billion for the last twelve months ended December 31, 2013.
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