ChatGPT is an advanced artificial intelligence technology, and the system will be integrated into Mercedes-Benz vehicles as part of a pilot program starting on June 16, Reuters reports. The luxury car manufacturer declared that compatibility It will cover approximately 900,000 vehicles equipped with MBUX.
Drivers will be able to download the AI technology into the system via the Mercedes app or by voice command. During the three-month testing period, Mercedes monitors how drivers use ChatGPT and its possible applications in their cars.
The company’s management believes that the integration of chatbot Answers seem more natural It will result from the vehicle systems. Drivers will be able to request information about destinations, or with other questions, For example, dealing with dietary recommendations. Previously, voice commands were limited to basic requests such as activating heated seats.
According to relevant information, this cooperation represents a serious business opportunity for Microsoft, which provides a version of the popular chat software through its cloud services. In addition, Microsoft is positioning its product as a competitor to Amazon’s Alexa Voice Assistant, and the former company is also working on technologies that can be integrated into vehicles.
According to the Mercedes-Benz press release, not only will drivers be able to give commands with “Hey Mercedes,” but They can also have a conversation with their car. In a separate blog post, Microsoft revealed that future integrations could allow drivers to do so Book restaurant reservations and movie tickets and fulfill other commitments. The audio data collected during the test period is stored, anonymized and analyzed in the Mercedes cloud infrastructure.
GM is also interested in the possibility of using ChatGPT in its cars,
As part of a broader collaboration with Microsoft.
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