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Join us for an another insightful episode of The Screens Podcast, where hosts Denise Michelmann and Shrivaas Madapusi Sundar engage in a thought-provoking podcast with James Rampton, lecturer in automotive User Experience (UX) at the University of Michigan, USA. In his second appearance on the podcast, Jim covers various topics including the Apple and Xiaomi Cars, AI and Driving Automation.

German car makers are charting to keep their software innovations in-house, while other OEMs are shaking hands with tech companies in Palo Alto to bring something out of the box. The question is: which is better?

Now, finding the right answer boils down to individual preferences. Many lean towards Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, but others prefer the native system embedded in their car. But let’s dive deeper into the crucial aspect raised by Noel Lowdon, Former Road Death Detective at West Yorkshire Police. He highlights how personal data stored in a vehicle’s systems can impact users.

If you’re willing to sell your used car after a couple of years, could the data stored in the vehicle become a potential tool for illicit activities?

Tune in to the sparkling conversation featuring Noel Lowdon and Denise Michelmann. From the complexities of modern infotainment systems to discussing the potential benefits and distractions, they delve into the balance between convenience and security of your data in your vehicle.

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More technology, less reliable: How car makers in the United States stay put with physical, tangible buttons to ensure safety and reliability in their cars is a topic that only some delve into.

 🗣️ In episode 13 of The Screens Podcast, Jim Rampton, lecturer at the University of Michigan, explains why OEMs in the United States are not up to speed regarding infotainment features. From Jim, we learn the intricacies of UX design, decoding the user’s mindset and shedding light on newer approaches.

Among other things, Jim shares his journey from an unrelated field into the automotive industry.

🎧 Tune in and listen to this engaging discussion as he explores this fascinating topic.

🧐 Getting a driver’s license is within the reach of most, but for a Dakar rally racer, there are many more strict stipulations. You can’t simply cut corners to get where you want to be.

Timo Gottschalk, Dakar Rally Veteran, is joined by Tomasz Cymerman, The Screens Podcast Producer, along with Shrivaas Madapusi Sundar, UX Consultant at Screens GmbH, to talk about his experience on how he pushed himself forward. If you’ve ever wondered what the journey of a Dakar rally racer is, this episode answers most of the questions closely from a closer experience. 

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📱 Android Auto and Android Automotive are two confusingly named Google products that let you access certain content of your phone while driving. One bridges your phone to the car’s head unit, while the other is integrated into the display. If both the systems serve ‘almost’ the same purpose, why do these two Google products have to be named differently?

In this episode, we’re joined by Casper Kessels, Chief Design Officer at Snapp Automotive,  along with Tomasz Cymerman, The Screens Podcast Producer, and Shrivaas Madapusi Sundar, UX Consultant at Screens GmbH. Together they discuss what the users have in store for themselves if they are using either of the systems.

🎧 Immerse yourself into the fruitful discussion as Casper discusses how safety and ergonomics are considered while designing infotainment features.

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Vehicles as a third living space have brought a new era for mobility. The question is, how do car designers and UX experts approach this concept of “living spaces on wheels”? 🤨

📈 China is pursuing an ambitious goal of achieving a 𝟲𝟬 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁 share in EV sales by 2035, and we anticipate that they will have a strong foothold on new energy vehicle technologies.Victoria Li, the Former Head of BEV Marketing at Ford China's BEV division, takes us on an illuminating journey encompassing:

• Comparing the nuances of the Chinese automotive market with those of Europe and North America.

• Uncovering ongoing trends within the Chinese automotive landscape and forecasting their trajectories.

• Exploring the cross-cultural applicability of design thinking principles and discerning any regional distinctions.🎙️ With that in mind, join us for an engaging podcast that delves into how the automotive sector is poised for a revolutionary transformation from the Far East.

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🧐 How does glass-based hardware impact the overall components of the car HMI systems?

🏅 With technological advancements, AR HUDs and smart surfaces are poised to become HMI standards. OEMs should understand that when it comes to automotive user experience, it’s about the holistic experience of the car itself, not just one or two aspects of it. Join Stefan Hertel, Head of I and UX at Saint-Gobain Sekurit, as he discusses his insights on the pivotal role glass surfaces play in today’s automotive HMIs.

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Today, automotive HMIs are gearing towards media streaming and other entertainment features. But aren’t these automotive advances too distracting for the drivers than useful ❓ Debargha (Dave) Dey, Postdoctoral Researcher specializing in Human Factors, HCI, and UX at Cornell Tech, talks about the kinds of technologies designed to thwart distractions while helping to boost automotive safety on the go.

🎧 Tune in for a conversation that unveils how OEMs can focus on developing intuitive, identifiable, and customizable automotive HMI systems, ushering in a new era where technology blends seamlessly with road safety.

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