Just when you thought Mercedes screens couldn’t get bigger or more vivid, they go and level up everything for its next-gen in-car OS. Merc has partnered with Google for data, maps, and navigation, and it’s also working with Luminar to provide LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) functionality. The new system will also have NVIDIA software, data, and AI along with chips that can run 254 trillion operations per second for the purpose of autonomous driving. More features for entertainment include TikTok, Zoom, Angry Birds, and a Vivaldi web browser. Of course, the infotainment/navigation screen and instrument cluster will be even larger and hi-res than ever before. Don’t forget that you’ll still actually need a driver’s license. Look for the new system to bow in production vehicles in a few years.
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Huckberry’s Essential Holiday Gift Guide
Unzip your coat and have some mulled wine on the house—you’ve arrived at your final gifting destination: The Holiday Gift Guide. It’s like your friendly neighborhood one-stop holiday shop, except instead of balsa wood ornaments, ours is packed with thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. Future heirlooms, small-but-significant stocking stuffers, and gear for getting out there (or staying in)—are all right here. There’s no music playing in the background though, so you’ll just have to hum Bing Crosby while you click around instead.
