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Slate truck uses smartphone for software updates, cutting costs

By PulseAugur Editorial · [2 sources] ·

The Slate truck, a minimalist electric vehicle, bypasses traditional infotainment systems to deliver over-the-air software updates by utilizing a user's smartphone. This approach allows the truck to receive updates for bug fixes and minor improvements by downloading them through the Slate app and then transferring them via a USB connection. This strategy contributes to the truck's sub-$25,000 base price by omitting features like built-in cellular, speakers, and power windows, with options for add-ons to enhance functionality. AI

IMPACT Minimal industry impact; focuses on a specific vehicle's cost-saving update mechanism.

RANK_REASON Article describes a specific product feature (software updates) for a niche vehicle, not a major industry trend or release.

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Slate truck uses smartphone for software updates, cutting costs

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Article describes a specific product feature (software updates) for a niche vehicle, not a major industry trend or release.
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COVERAGE [2]

  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Will Shanklin) ·

    Here's how the Slate truck gets software updates without built-in infotainment

    Basically, it's on you.

  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Here's how the Slate truck gets software updates without built-in infotainment Basically, it's on you. https://www. engadget.com/2283988/slate-tru ck-no-infotai

    Here's how the Slate truck gets software updates without built-in infotainment Basically, it's on you. https://www. engadget.com/2283988/slate-tru ck-no-infotainment-over-the-air-sofware-updates/ # Tech # Technology # TechNews # AI # Gadgets # Software # Cybersecurity # Apple # G…

    LINKS engadget.com/…/slate-truck-no-infotainmen…

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