#054 Ultra-wideband explained – technology you should know | BMW Podcast

Like Bluetooth and WiFi, only more secure – ultra-wideband is already used in medicine and even cell phones. Now it’s the next big thing in smartphones and cars. We explain what UWB is all about, how it is used for car keys, and why drivers will benefit from this type of connection in the future. In this episode of Changing Lanes, the official podcast from BMW, you'll also learn how the technology will be used in the new BMW iX. 00:53 Ultra-wideband explained 02:35 How it works 05:17 UWB in cars / BMW Digital Key Plus 06:32 Ultra-wideband in the BMW iX And if you want to read more about ultra-wideband, go to BMW.com:  https://www.bmw.com/en/innovation/bmw-digital-key-plus-ultra-wideband.html  “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.