The Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, NIO, recently unveiled its first smartphone. The long-awaited NIO Phone has emerged as a true flagship device, boasting specs such as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, 16 GB RAM, and 1TB storage. However, impressive technical specifications alone are not enough to stand out in a highly competitive market. One of the unique features that NIO is highlighting is the car control key, which ensures users will never need an extra key again. Here are the details…
NIO Phone is the world’s first car control key
One of the most notable features of the NIO Phone is its car control key. This key, located on the side of the phone, can be used to access a variety of car-related functions, including locking and unlocking the car, starting the engine, and controlling the climate system.
The car control key is powered by a combination of Bluetooth Low Energy and Ultra-Wideband technologies. BLE is a low-power technology that allows the phone to communicate with the car over short distances. UWB is a newer technology that provides more precise location tracking.
The combination of BLE and UWB allows the NIO Phone to control the vehicle with a high degree of accuracy and reliability. For example, the phone can use UWB to determine its precise location relative to the car. This allows the phone to unlock the car automatically when the user approaches it.
For example, users can use the key to start their car and precondition the climate control system while they are still walking to the car. This can save time and energy, especially on cold days. Another important detail is that you’ll never have to carry a key again.
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