Ford releases Android Wear app for its electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles
Ford’s MyFord Mobile app now has support for Android Wear. This means you’ll be able to lock, unlock, and start your car remotely, as well as check a number of stats, such as the battery status, or even get directions back to it in case you get lost.
This is only for Ford’s C-Max Energi, Fusion Energi Plug-in Hybrids, and Focus Electric vehicles with built-in LTE modems.
Although I believe this is worth it just to be able to check the car’s status, this will never replace the key or remote control vehicle manufacturers provide. An app that can replace your key is convenient, but in order to have this app, you need a smartphone or smartwatch, of course. Neither a smartphone or a smartwatch are as ubiquitous as a key, and they’re substantially more expensive, as well.
Not everyone uses a smartphone or smartwatch for a variety of reasons. Therefore, for people who prefer keys and such, they should always be around.
MyFord Mobile can be downloaded at Google Play.
Source: 9to5Google via The Verge
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