In this Always Ready episode, host Oisin Lunny explores the role of digital in the in-cabin experience with Shailesh Ingale, Brand DNA Senior Director within HARMAN Car Audio. Together they discuss how HARMAN Automotive is unleashing the power of digital with brand experience packages that go far beyond a touchscreen – from Mood Wave technology that generates new music on the fly to Aura smart lighting.
[2:52] Shailesh explains the significance of branded audio for OEMs and consumers.
[4:43] Shailesh discusses the unique ways HARMAN Automotive collaborates with OEMs.
[6:42] Global survey findings on the value of branded audio.
[7:45] The evolution of branded car audio into a digital experience.
[10:57] Shailesh reveals some of the newest HARMAN Automotive technologies including Harman Kardon Mood Wave generative music, Aura lighting and the ImmersiFi upmixer.
[13:06] How HARMAN Automotive creates Consumer Experiences. Automotive Grade.
[14:28] The importance of personalization with car audio systems.
[15:49] Shailesh shares how he approaches innovation by theme for the HARMAN family of audio brands.
[17:07] Shailesh’s outlook on the future of in-cabin audio.
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HMI: Human-Machine Interface – a system that allows drivers and passengers to interact with a vehicle's hardware and software.
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