Bluetooth SIM Access Profile support will be a standard feature in Nokia smartphones based on the S60 3rd Edition software. These devices include all new Nokia smartphones. The car phone solutions supporting Bluetooth SIM Access Profile include the Nokia 616 high-end hands free solution, and the Mobile Telephone Preparation PREMIUM, which comes as an option with the new Volkswagen Passat.
“Today, mobile communication in the car is easy and convenient thanks to Bluetooth wireless technology, which is a significant component of automotive solutions. Bluetooth SIM Access Profile support in Nokia mobile devices based on the S60 3rd Edition sets new standards for user comfort. Additionally, this is an important step in offering automotive communication solutions based on open standards”, says Marcus Stahl, General Manager, Nokia Automotive.