Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Driving is about to get a whole lot more dangerous

Chrysler is set to be the first automaker to offer in-car wireless internet access. Debuting in 2009, the device will be a $499 option and cost $29/month. It connects to existing EV-DO cell phone networks and is compatible with the upcoming WiMax networks.

The device then rebroadcasts the connection over standard 802.11 wi-fi, essentially turning your car into a hot-spot. Add a coffee pot and you have a mobile Starbucks.

Now we can add "playing Call of Duty 4" to the number of distractions faced by drivers.

via Gizmodo

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