Land Rover Defender Introduces eSIM Connection

New Land Rover Defender 90 and 110 at World's Largest Consumer Electronics Show

The Land Rover Defender family showcases eSIM dual connectivity at CES 2020 in Las Vegas, the world's largest consumer electronics trade show.

The new Defender is the first car to feature two built-in LTE modems for improved connectivity, and Jaguar Land Rover's new infotainment system from Pivi Pro features cutting-edge design and electronics for the latest smartphones.

The fast and intuitive Pivi Pro system allows customers to take full advantage of the new Defender Software-Over-The-Air (SOTA) software technology without compromising the car’s ability to transfer music and connect to applications on the go. , Using specially designed LTE modems and eSIM technology, SOTA can operate in the background without affecting the standard connection provided by a separate modem and eSIM infotainment module.

Pivi Pro’s constant connection setup is at the heart of the new Defender’s case, and a 10-inch high-resolution touchscreen allows drivers to control all aspects of the car with the same hardware as the latest smartphones. In addition, users will be able to connect two mobile devices to the infotainment system simultaneously using Bluetooth, so that the driver and his satellite can use all the functions.

Peter Wirk, director of related technology and applications at Jaguar Land Rover said: “With one LTE modem and one eSIM will be responsible for Software-Over-The-Air (SOTA) technology and the same devices to take care of. about them". music and apps, the new Defender has digital capabilities to give users the ability to connect, update and have fun anywhere, anytime. You can compare system design to a brain - each half has its own connectivity for unrivaled and uninterrupted service. Like the brain, one side of the system takes care of logical functions like SOTA, while the other side takes care of more creative activities.”

Pivi Pro has its own battery, so the system is always on and can respond immediately when the car starts. As a result, the navigation is ready to accept new destinations as soon as the driver gets behind the wheel without delay. The driver can also download updates so that the system always uses the latest software, including navigation display data, without having to visit the seller to install updates.

The LTE connection behind the Jaguar Land Rover infotainment system also allows the new Defender to connect to several networks in different regions in order to optimize the connection so that the driver experiences minimal interruptions caused by “holes” in the coverage of individual providers. In addition, the cloud architecture provided by CloudCar facilitates access to and use of content and services on the go, and even supports payment for parking when the new Defender takes over the roads this spring.

Land Rover also confirmed that the first new Defender models will have more SOTA capabilities than originally anticipated. During its premiere at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, Land Rover announced that 14 separate electronic control modules will be able to receive remote updates, but the first cars will have 16 control units that will be responsible for software updates over the air (SOTA). ) Land Rover engineers predict that software updates will remain in the past for Defender customers by the end of 2021, as additional SOTA modules will appear on the network and become more than 45 of the current 16.

Land Rover will present its latest Pivi Pro technology at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas with the new Defender 110 and 90, which will take pride of place at Qualcomm and BlackBerry booths.

Qualcomm

 The power source for the Pivi-Pro infotainment system and domain controller are two Qualcomm® Snapdragon 820Am high-performance automotive platforms, each with a built-in Snapdragon® X12 LTE modem. The Snapdragon 820Am automotive platform delivers unprecedented performance and technological integration designed to support high-tech telemetry systems, infotainment systems and digital screens. It provides a complete car experience, making it more intelligent and connected.

Featuring energy-efficient CPU cores, stunning GPU performance, integrated machine learning and video processing capabilities, the Snapdragon 820Am automotive platform is designed to deliver an unprecedented experience. The platform also includes responsive interfaces, breathtaking 4K graphics, high resolution and immersive sound.

Two X12 LTE modems provide parallel, high-bandwidth multi-channel connectivity, ultra-fast connectivity and lower latency for safe and reliable communications. In addition, the X12 LTE modem has an integrated global navigation system (GNSS) and break-even calculation system, which increase the ability of the car to accurately track its location.

BlackBerry QNX

Defender is the first Land Rover with a domain controller that includes a range of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and driving comfort. They are based on the QNX hypervisor, which provides drivers with everything they need - security, reliability and reliability. Consolidation of more systems into a smaller ECU is an integral part of the future of automotive electrical design and will be used as a model for next generation Land Rover vehicle architecture.

The Blackberry QNX operating system, built into the new Defender, helps Pivi Pro smartphone users work with infotainment systems. This technology also supports the latest generation TFT driver interactive display operating system, which can be configured by the driver to display the navigation instructions and the roadmap mode, or a combination thereof.

Certified to the highest level of security ISO 26262 - ASIL D, the QNX operating system provides complete peace of mind for Defender drivers. The first security-certified QNX hypervisor ensures that many operating systems (OSs) that provide security critical factors (such as a domain controller) are isolated from systems that are not connected to it (such as an infotainment system). This is essential to ensure that systems that require updates do not affect the vehicle's essential functions.

As a leader in safe, reliable, and reliable software, BlackBerry QNX technology integrates with more than 150 million vehicles worldwide and is used by leading car manufacturers for digital displays, communication modules, speakerphones, and infotainment systems. help drivers.

CloudCar

Jaguar Land Rover is the world's first vehicle manufacturer to use the latest CloudCar cloud services platform. Working with the world's leading related services company brings new levels of convenience to customers of the Pivi Pro infotainment system fitted to the new Defender.

By scanning QR codes displayed on Pivi Pro, user accounts become compatible with music streaming services including Spotify, TuneIn and Deezer, which are automatically recognized and added to the system, instantly transferring the driver's digital life to the car. From now on, customers can use all their information without even taking their smartphone with them. Updates are carried out automatically in the cloud, so the system is always up to date – even if the corresponding app on the smartphone is not updated.

The CloudCar system supports various service and content functions and recognizes numbers and codes, as well as places stored in calendar invitations. The driver and passengers can then go to the meeting point or participate in a conference call with one touch on the central touch screen.

In the UK, Defender owners can even pay for parking via the touch screen through apps like RingGo without leaving their car. Customers can also bring digital media with them when changing their car from Jaguar to Land Rover and vice versa. The system is automatically recognized and provides convenience for households with more than one vehicle.

The new Defender is the first vehicle to feature the latest generation of technology, marking the next step in Jaguar Land Rover's partnership with CloudCar that dates back to 2017.

Bosch

Land Rover is on its way to a connected and autonomous future, and the new Defender is equipped with a number of safety-enhancing technologies developed jointly with Bosch to enhance the driving experience.

In addition to the latest Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), including Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and a blind spot assist system, Bosch has also helped develop the innovative Land Rover 3D camera system. giving drivers a unique look at the immediate perimeter of the car. The innovative product uses four wide-angle HD cameras, each of which provides the driver with a viewing angle of 190 degrees.

Combined with 3Gb / s video and 14 ultrasonic sensors, intelligent technology gives drivers the ability to select viewpoints, including a top-down view and a smooth perspective view. The system can also be used as a virtual scout, which allows drivers to "move" around the car on the screen to find the best command position for driving while driving around the city and beyond.

Land Rover and Bosch have partnered for decades and have introduced a range of driving and steering features that will become the industry standard, including ClearSight Ground View, Land Rover Wade Sensing technology and Advanced Tow Assist – all of which are activated by the Bosch driver assistance system.