CES 2025 Recap: The Future of In-Car Entertainment & Pay-TV
CES 2025 revealed how the automotive and pay-TV industries are merging to create seamless, AI-driven entertainment experiences. From BMW’s immersive panoramic displays to HARMAN’s AI-powered assistants and Dolby Vision inside vehicles, cars are evolving into smart entertainment hubs. Automakers and content providers alike are embracing software-defined vehicles, AI personalization, and strategic partnerships to unlock new revenue streams and deliver multi-screen, highly tailored content.
Key highlights include:
- Automotive Innovation: BMW, Intel, HARMAN, and Dolby are transforming in-car experiences.
- Streaming & Gaming: AirConsole, Samsung TV Plus, and Mercedes-Benz are expanding content diversity.
- AI-Driven Content: Samsung Vision AI, LG’s recommendations, and Google Gemini AI redefining pay-TV.
- Convergence: Automakers and operators collaborating (Amazon, Qualcomm, Nvidia, HERE, P3 & 3SS).
- 3Ready Automotive: A platform empowering OEMs to deliver scalable, personalized in-car entertainment.
The message is clear: personalization, integration, and collaboration will shape the future of mobility and entertainment.
Read the full article here: CES 2025 In-Car Entertainment & Pay-TV Future Trends
Most Car Brands Are Falling Short on Consumer Privacy
A new study by Privacy4Cars finds that most automakers are struggling to protect consumer privacy, especially when measured against California’s strict standards. The median privacy user experience (UX) rating across 44 brands was only 1.7 out of 5.0.
- Top Performers: Honda and Acura led the pack with a score of 4.6, thanks to improvements made after California’s privacy agency (CPPA) enforced a settlement. Subaru followed with 3.8, while Polestar and Rivian scored 3.3.
- Why It Matters: Stronger privacy practices can build consumer trust and reduce regulatory risk. Honda, for instance, rose from a failing score of 0.8 to a leading position once enforcement drove changes.
- Industry Pushback: While Privacy4Cars stresses its “crash test” approach to evaluating UX privacy tools, the Alliance for Automotive Innovation questions its methodology, saying the ratings don’t reflect actual compliance.
- Big Picture: As digital services in automotive grow, privacy is evolving from a compliance issue into a competitive advantage. Brands that lead on consumer-centric data protection are more likely to gain loyalty and market share.
Read the full article here: Most car brands are stumbling on consumer privacy protections, study finds
Car Roof-Mounted Monitor Market Outlook (2025–2032)
The global car roof-mounted monitor market was valued at USD 372 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 605 million by 2032, growing at a 7.4% CAGR.
Key Insights:
- Growth Drivers: Rising consumer demand for in-car entertainment, higher disposable incomes, and technological advances in OLED/mini-LED displays.
- Challenges: High costs, complex installations, and competition from tablets, smartphones, and integrated seatback systems.
- Opportunities: Autonomous vehicles and luxury/commercial fleets will create new demand for premium in-vehicle entertainment.
- Regional Leaders: Asia-Pacific dominates with ~42% revenue share, followed by North America’s premium SUV segment and Europe’s luxury car market.
- Top Players: Japan Display, Sharp, LG Display, Visteon, Continental, Pioneer, Alpine, Johnson Controls, BOE Varitronix, and Tianma Microelectronics.
Market Trends:
- OLED technology adoption for superior visuals and energy efficiency.
- Smart connectivity with wireless casting, gesture controls, and voice assistants.
- Expansion across luxury and long-distance commercial vehicles.
Bottom Line:
The car roof-mounted monitor market is set to thrive as automakers reimagine passenger experiences, especially with the rise of self-driving vehicles and premium in-car entertainment ecosystems.
Read the full report here: Car Roof Mounted Monitor Market, Global Outlook and Forecast 2025–2032
Let’s Drive the Future Together
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