Filed under: Gadgets, Tech, Ford Every now and then carmakers come out with gadgets that actually make life a little easier, but then charge the world for it. Not Ford, as its new Sync voice-activated in-car communications and entertainment system can be optioned at a relatively low $395, or you can get it completely free with any Lincoln product. All up, Sync will be available in 12 Ford, Lincoln and Mercury products this fall, and, it'll eventually spread to nearly all Blue Oval products within the next two years. Some high-spec Ford models such as the Ford Edge Limited or Ford Focus SES will also get Sync as standard. For the $395 asking price, you get the ability to connect digital media players such as an iPod and Bluetooth cell phones to your car and control them with your voice or steering wheel mounted buttons. According to Ford's own research, up to 70% of new car buyers are looking for the ability to use such devices in their cars, and there's not much else out there that's as easy and convenient to use as the new Sync. Considering some luxury carmakers charge exorbitant rates for such technology or don't offer it at all, it's nice to see one of the domestics taking the lead and making it affordable for the average consumer. [Source: Ford]Continue reading Ford lets you Sync for just $395 Permalink | Email this | Comments More...
