In Car PC - Would people buy one?

[The Dogfather]

Please don't turn this into a MAC vs PC debate, go somewhere else if you want to do that, thanks!

I would like to gauge if there would be any interest in a In-Car PC. First what it can/will do: -

• * Sat Nav with Voice instructions and warnings, import speed camera databases * 8" touch screen * Direct access to itunes software * Reverse and Forward Cameras with record facility * Email/Internet via wifi hotspots and GPRS mobile* Live traffic updates * DVD and TV (optional 5.1 sound) * Engine Management system changes on the fly* Voice control

I reckon the system would retail for about £1500 - £1700 depending on spec with an AUX in stereo and fitting included!

I'm not taking orders but looking to see if this could be a viable business, if there's enough interest I will go ahead and build a prototype version to test!

[MartinSullivan]

From past experience most people that want this would build there own - using the information and car PC interfaces available on the internet.

[GAJ]

I wouldn't buy what you suggest.

[The Dogfather]

quote:Originally posted by GAJ

I wouldn't buy what you suggest.

If it was MAC based?

[GAJ]

Still no I'm afraid! Got to agree with Martin, most people who would be interested would be tempted to do it themselves I think. £1700 is a lot of money for a gadget!

[minidriver#1]

most people requiring this would probably slap their own laptop into their cars, something i am in the process of doing, and alot of my cruiser mates have done this also.

[The Dogfather]

Ah well, another business idea bites!

[minimadtez]

Ermmm no thanks.....

My car likes being driven best

[Kosta]

is this the same as that "dreamsoft" i think they use on pimp my ride?

[The Dogfather]

quote:Originally posted by Kosta

is this the same as that "dreamsoft" i think they use on pimp my ride?

No this would be a custom made PC put together by me, I'll also designing my own user interface based on Windows XP Media Centre.