In my opinion MP3 player integration is as follows:
- Recharges device whilst plugged in.
- Uses audio controls/visual display to work directly with MP3 player.
The Mondeo has a 3.5mm input point. This means that I still need to have another cord draped over the console to power it up. You also need to take your eyes off the wheel to select a song if you are driving solo. If you are just going to include a 3.5mm input jack why not put a 9V slot in the glovebox like HEAPS of other manufacturers do.
It is just as easy (IMHO) to use a <Insert Brand Here> device that plugs into the 9V socket and sends the music via a radio frequency.
I guess the HMI is SO good I am just disappointed that they couldn't have spent a few more dollars to have it truly "integrated".
iPods/MP3 players have been around for at least 5 years. Surely in this time Ford could have included something in a car which is marketed as "the most technogically advanced Ford ever built".
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