New Mk8 Golf gets new software and hardware

New Mk8 Golf gets new software and hardware

KUALA LUMPUR: The new year is approaching and so are new cars and features. Recently Mercedes-Benz Malaysia launched the new 2022 S 580 e, and Hyundai Malaysia introduced the new Palisade, and the list goes on. Now, we hear that Volkswagen has brought something new to the table as well, no it is not a car but an updated and optimised infotainment system.

new Mk8 Golf upgrade details

The new Mk8 Golf benefits from a wide range of functions, thanks to the new software and hardware.

What all improvements can be expected from the recent VW update?

new Mk8 Golf voice command

As the German automaker, the voice command feature will now respond faster than before. Four times quicker to be precise. The improved voice control system will enable customers to effectively use navigation, entertainment, telephone, and climate control. The new update has enhanced the system’s ability to understand commands manifold.

All the driver/passenger needs to do is use the phrase “Hello Volkswagen” and the car’s natural; voice control system will get activated. The best part is the car can even understand casual phrases like “Where can I find a Japanese restaurant?” or “I’m cold”.

Improvement can also be seen in the navigation system and more while scrolling through the infotainment system.

new Mk8 Golf infotainment system

With the help of digital microphones, the system can activate the air-con specifically for the person requesting it.

The touchscreen now comes with a sensor that detects the user’s finger within a few centimeters of the screen and automatically blocks the hazard warning light switch. Once the contract is established, the system will further block sliders for temperature and volume.

Smart, uhu? Let us know your thoughts on the VW Mk8 Golf’s recent update.

Also Read: VW Malaysia now has a registration of interest page for the new Golf

Purva Jain

Purva Jain

Purva is a crazy admirer of cars and she has got a lot of expertise in their detailing. Though, she has mastered in Economics but cars have always been her field of interest. She is an introvert in talking but when it comes to cars and the latest news regarding them she talks like hell. Exploring new cars as well as the vintage machines is listed in her hobbies while getting to know about the history behind the same are the things which she enjoys the most. She may seem silent from the outside but inside her is a volcano erupting to engulf the mean machines.

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