Google has announced that it is making its Android Automotive OS open source. The operating system, which already powers a range of vehicles, is designed to do much more than just run a car’s entertainment screen. It handles deep integration with the vehicle itself, controlling key functions to help reduce costs and shorten development time for car manufacturers. It is important not to confuse Android Automotive OS with Android Auto. While Android Auto projects a smartphone interface onto a car’s display, Android Automotive OS is a complete operating system built directly into the vehicle. It acts as the car’s main computer OS, managing everything from the seats and air conditioning to driving functions and other hardware. With this move, Google is positioning itself to compete directly with Huawei and its in-car Harmony OS solution. The company is calling this new approach the Android Automotive OS Software-Defined Vehicle, or SDV. The goal is to help car makers lower expenses...
Even in a digital world, printed signs are still a common sight in malls, offices, and events. Businesses continue to use them to guide visitors, share information, and strengthen their brand presence in physical spaces. Epson Philippines is responding to this ongoing demand with its large-format printers. The company, which has more than five decades of printing experience globally, offers machines designed for retail, event, and commercial use. One of its offerings is the Epson SureColor SC-S7130 , a 64-inch eco-solvent printer made for signage. It can print on various materials like banners, PVC, and window graphics. This allows businesses to create everything from posters and backdrops to directional signs using a single machine. The printer is built to handle long production runs without slowing down. It uses a PrecisionCore printhead to keep images sharp and text clear, even on larger prints. Features like a temperature sensor and text enhancement modes help maintain colo...