OnStar & Cadillac to demonstrate in-vehicle 4G video chat at CES

OnStar and Cadillac are showcasing their latest technologies at the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show from Jan. 10-13 in Las Vegas.

The two brands will discuss several innovations during a press conference on Sunday, Jan. 8 at 7p.m. in the Casanova ballroom (Room 505) at the Venetian Hotel and Casino.

Cadillac will demonstrate CUE, a comprehensive in-vehicle experience that merges intuitive design with auto industry-first controls and commands for information and entertainment data. Cadillac will also discuss the research methods behind the creation of CUE.

OnStar will unveil evolutionary research in the 4G LTE cloud connected vehicle space, reveal future expansions in the mobile application arena, and make announcements about OnStar FMV, its aftermarket rearview mirror that contains all of OnStar’s key functions for older vehicles.

OnStar will also collaborate with the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network to focus on the in-vehicle experience related to streaming content sharing for all vehicle occupants. The prototype applications demonstrated in a Chevrolet Volt research vehicle include:


Cloud-based streaming of entertainment and information content throughout the vehicle


Rear seat infotainment management


Video chat

Additionally, OnStar has built on its pioneering work with smart grid technology and home connectivity to develop in-vehicle applications centered on energy management:


OnStar RemoteLink


Real time Diagnostics and Eco Routing


Home Energy Management

Media attending the 2012 CES are invited to attend the press activities, and can RSVP for the Jan. 8 event here. Additionally, media and consumers can visit the OnStar booth (#1330 in the North Hall) for hands-on demonstrations of Cadillac CUE, OnStar’s mobile app and the OnStar 4G LTE research vehicle.