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When most consumers think about new Cloud technology, they think about computer, tablets, smartphones, and other personal devices. But now, Cloud services are expanding to vehicles, as well.

Amazon.com Inc. revealed today Amazon Cloud Play for iOS will be available in BMW Apps and MINI Connected-equipped vehicles from model-year 2011 forward.

This capability allows drivers to use their iPhones and iPod Touch devices to access their music using the vehicle’s controller and screen.

On top of being able to access their music playlists stored in Amazon Cloud Player through dashboard controls, drivers will also be able to free up up local storage space on their phones by storing and accessing music in the cloud

Commenting on the news, Steve Boom, vice president of digital music for Amazon, said, “We embrace in-car entertainment as an extension of our customers’ listening experiences. We want our customers to be able to enjoy their entire music library wherever they are — that includes being able to conveniently listen to and control their music while driving.

 “That’s why we’re thrilled to bring Amazon Cloud Player to top automotive brands so customers can access their favorite songs, albums and playlists with the easy-to-use, in-vehicle controller and screen. This integration with the BMW Group further solidifies our commitment to providing our customers with music listening choices that fit their on-the-go lifestyles,” he continued.

And BMW and MINI aren’t the first automotive brands to make the leap.

Amazon Cloud Player was integrated into Ford SYNC Applink-equipped vehicles earlier this year.

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