All articles tagged with #digital keys
Originally Published 16 days ago — by MacRumors
Tesla is potentially planning to support Apple Car Keys, which would allow users to unlock and start their Tesla vehicles using their iPhone or Apple Watch, enhancing digital key integration in automotive technology.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Verge
The US Department of Justice's antitrust lawsuit against Apple includes allegations that the tech giant's CarPlay and digital key technologies are anticompetitive and harm consumers and competitors. The lawsuit claims that Apple's plans to introduce a more immersive version of CarPlay and its requirements for digital keys to operate through Apple Wallet are evidence of its illegal monopoly over smartphones. However, analysts argue that automakers have the ability to limit Apple's control over infotainment systems, and there is no cost to customers for switching to other phone-mirroring services. The lawsuit also raises concerns about Apple's control over digital key apps, but some experts believe that Apple's focus on a seamless user experience may benefit consumers despite potential anticompetitive implications.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Verge
The adoption of digital car keys is on the rise, allowing users to lock, unlock, and start their vehicles from their smartphones. However, before this technology becomes widespread, issues such as the choice of technology (NFC, UWB, Bluetooth), security against hackers, and compatibility across different devices need to be addressed. To tackle these challenges, industry consortiums like the Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) and FiRa Consortium are working together to create standards for digital keys. The goal is to ensure a seamless and secure user experience across all devices and vehicles. While there are concerns about security, the technology has been designed with cryptographic measures and secure elements to protect against hacking. Additionally, the technology is backward-compatible, allowing older phones to still access digital key features.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Verge
Apple, Google, Samsung, and other major tech companies have joined forces with lock makers and chip makers to develop Aliro, an open standard for smart locks and digital keys. The goal is to create a global communication protocol and common credentialing system that allows any authorized smartphone or smartwatch to open any smart lock, regardless of the manufacturer. Aliro, which is being developed by over 200 companies, aims to simplify access points and eliminate the need for proprietary apps or specific devices. While still in the concept stage, Aliro is expected to release its first specification in early 2025.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by SamMobile - Samsung news
Samsung has announced that Digital Keys for Genesis, Hyundai, and Kia cars will switch from Samsung's framework to Google's framework, allowing users to share their keys with iPhone, Pixel, and other Android smartphone users. The change will occur with the Android 14-based One UI 6.0 Beta 3 update, and once the stable One UI 6.0 update is released, users can share Digital Keys with smartphone users from other brands.