The BMW Digital Key has been evolved to help vehicle owners more intuitively share their car with friends, family or loved ones without having to worry about what device they're using. The digital car key can now be shared via iOS and Android devices, and will even enable users to send out access through email, SMS and any other kind of messaging service. This will work effectively for maximizing access to help share the digital car key with anyone at anytime without delay.
The updated BMW Digital Key is also being further updated in the near-future to add in compatibility for Samsung devices. The updates will also enable users to share the key with someone they don't have as a contact when using Apple AirDrop.
Cross-Platform Car Key Features
The BMW Digital Key Can Now Be Shared Between iOS and Android
Trend Themes
1. Cross-platform Car Keys - The trend of cross-platform car keys enables vehicle owners to share access to their cars via iOS and Android devices as well as messaging services.
2. Digital Key Sharing - The trend of digital key sharing maximizes car owners' access and enables them to share keys with anybody at anytime without delay.
3. Expanded Compatibility of Digital Keys - The trend of expanded compatibility of digital keys promotes consumers to use different devices and services for sharing car keys, increasing the market potential for car key technology manufacturers.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - This update encourages the development of new technologies for car keys within the automotive industry and creates opportunities for car manufacturers to enhance their brand superiority.
2. Mobile Devices - The cross-platform car key trend creates opportunities for mobile device manufacturers to develop enhanced device compatibility and expand their market reach to the automotive industry.
3. Messaging Services - The integration of messaging services to share digital keys points to a potential future opportunity for messaging service providers to expand their offerings beyond communications to include integrated services like digital key sharing.