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SmartDeviceLinkā„¢, the car connectivity standard.

What is SDL?

SmartDeviceLink (SDL) connects in-vehicle infotainment systems to smartphone applications. SDL allows automakers to provide highly integrated connected experiences and offers app developers new and exciting ways to connect with consumers.

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Ecosystem

| Automakers

SDL enables automakers to maintain their user experience and driver distraction standards throughout the vehicle.

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|| Developers

Open Source Android, iOS, JavaSE, JavaEE, and JavaScript Suite libraries are provided to developers with features such as video streaming, voice integration, and real time vehicle data.

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||| Drivers

SDL gives drivers control over the flow of their data between the vehicle and connected applications.

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App Developers - create an account now to register your application, obtain an App ID, and get access to Manticore, where you can test your SDL implementation right in your browser.

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2023 Events

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SmartDeviceLink Consortium

SmartDeviceLink Consortium (SDLC) membership is open to OEMs, Suppliers, and App Developers who are integrating with SDL or have plans to integrate with SDL in the future.

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