iPhone integration kit for Mercedes-Benz

iPhone integration kit for Mercedes-Benz. A new iPhone integration kit has just been announced by Mercedes-Benz, it allows the iPhone connection to be fully integrated into the vehicle architecture for the first time - once again pointing the way ahead for the automotive industry.

The new Apple iPhone cradle allows simple switching between the telephone and audio functions. The location of the cradle is in the centre console, so the iPhone is within easy reach of both the driver and the front passenger.

For ease of use, the iPhone is controlled via the multifunction steering wheel, while the vehicle display is used to indicate the phone status or music functions and information such as the track title and artist. Current iPod kit/Media Interface kit owners will be able to upgrade by getting additional adapters which costs 39 EUR ($60). The cradle itself is available for 249 EUR ($385) in Germany.

Supported vehicles include Mercedes-Benz C-Class, E-Class, CLK-Class, CLS-Class, S-Class, CL-Class, SL-Class, M-Class and R-Class. The product will also be offered for the new GLK-Class when this model is launched in October. In Germany, the Apple iPhone® cradle retails at € 249 (including VAT) and is obtainable from all Mercedes-Benz dealers.

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