Waterloo, ON - August 15, 2006 - Intelligent Mechatronic Systems Inc. (IMS), a world leader in telematics and automotive safety solutions, will unveil iLane , its new hands-free and eyes-free email solution for drivers, at IFA 2006 in Berlin. IFA, the "world's largest consumer electronics trade fair", runs September 1-6, 2006.
iLane is a hands-free and eyes-free, voice interactive solution that allows drivers to manage emails and online information on their handheld device or smart-phone while in transit. iLane detects the handheld device as the driver enters the vehicle, and assumes control to provide safe access to inbound information to that device. iLane notified drives as new messages arrive on their handheld, then reads the message aloud. Using voice commands, the driver can then compose a response, and reply to or forward messages. Email attachments, calendar appointments, SMS messages and phone calls are likewise managed in this safe, hands-free manner.
iLane is the first mobile email solution to combine data connectivity and driver safety. Because iLane manages inbound information to their handheld, the driver doesn't need to take their hands off the steering wheel or their eyes off the road to check for new messages.
With its debut at IFA 2006, iLane will be available for live demos for the first time. Interested wireless carriers, distributors and consumers are invited to visit the IMS booth at IFA to see iLane in action
"We've received an overwhelming number of requests for live iLane demonstrations", says John Reynolds, Vice-President of Business Development at IMS. "By debuting iLane at IFA, we're able to demonstrate iLane's amazing capabilities in a tradeshow known for showcasing the best in cutting-edge technologies and products."
Handheld and smart-phone manufacturers, Bluetooth hands-free and headset manufacturers and automotive OEMs can request a private iLane demonstration at IFA 2006 by emailing ilane[at]intellimec.com.
About IMS:
IMS specializes in the creation, development and marketing of leading edge proprietary technology that blends mechanical engineering, electronic control and information systems into technologically advanced products. IMS has three divisions: Safety Devices for use in automotive applications; Telematics which include iPAID™ for use in Usage Based Insurance applications and DriveSync™ GPS for use in personal and fleet Vehicle Tracking; and Automedia, delivering consumer products into the automotive aftermarket. IMS is based in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. For more information on iLane™, please visit www.ilane.com.
Contact:
John Reynolds
Vice-President, Business Development
Intelligent Mechatronic Systems Inc.
Tel: +1-519-745-8887 ext. 227
jdreynolds[at]intellimec[dot]com