SYNC and ZUNE are siblings?
Posted on June 01, 2008 by Mike McMahon
The same Freescale iMX31L processor behind Ford's SYNC system is also used in Microsoft's ZUNE media player
Nuance to Develop a Rival to Sync
Posted on May 31, 2008 by Mike McMahon
Nuance Communications’ announcement of a partnership with Intel and Wind River Systems, developer of device software optimization (DSO) solutions, to develop a Linux-based infotainment platform for cars underscores the importance of voice as a tool in hands-busy, eyes-busy environments.
http://www.speechtechmag.com/Articles/News/News-Feature/Nuance-to-Develop-a-Rival-to-Sync-49294.aspx