Jungo Ltd. announced the release of a new version of MediaCore, its automotive grade multimedia middleware. MediaCore will be demonstrated at the Computer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas from January 8 to 11. MediaCore enables the rapid development of embedded multimedia players for In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) systems. It meets both the rising need of OEMs for scalable and affordable solutions and user demand for sophisticated in-car technologies and connectivity into their smartphones and tablets. Jungo's cutting-edge multimedia middleware facilitates the rapid and cost-effective product development that Tier 1 suppliers require. The new version of MediaCore has been tested and validated with GENIVI(R) platforms and for component compliancy as part of WWG (Works With GENIVI) program. It is also compatible with Apple Made For iPod, Pandora Radio and Gracenote certification. Other highlights include: A simplified and powerful multimedia client API framework for rapid development of customized interfaces (HMI). Supports connectivity for the most popular consumer smartphones and tablets over a variety of protocols, including from local devices to 3G and 4G internet access. A custom Media Source plugin framework enabling the flexible addition of new multimedia sources such as Bluetooth paired devices. Enhanced audio and video playback management. Improved operating system and platform portability for shorter development and validation cycles and better code reuse.

Jungo Ltd. has been selected by LG Electronics to provide multimedia middleware that will power next-generation infotainment systems to be installed in new automobiles from various carmakers. The current agreement is the fourth such project between Jungo and the LG Electronics Car R&D laboratory, underlining the long-term strategic partnership between the two companies. Through LG Electronics, Jungo has previously provided media playback solutions for both South Korean and global car manufacturers. The functionality provided by the Jungo middleware includes comprehensive multimedia management, ranging from support for playback from iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android Smartphones and storage devices, to metadata parsing and management, intelligent indexing, connectivity protocols, a simple, unified API for IVI application development and a plug-in framework for custom extensions.

Jungo Ltd. has been selected by Hyundai Mobis to provide an infotainment middleware solution for new automobiles sold in the US market from 2013. Jungo will provide a certified middleware implementation that supports various types of infotainment systems from Hyundai Mobis and numerous car models. The functionality of existing infotainment systems will be upgraded to enable head unit playing and control of Pandora Radio from devices connected over USB. A key feature of the Jungo middleware for Hyundai Mobis will be support for Pandora Radio played on the iPhone. Pandora support is a prominent, pre-integrated feature of the middleware due to an existing partnership between Jungo and Pandora.