Radio/Audio System Description and Operation (IOS/IOT/IOU): WiFi
The WiFi hardware is internal to the Remote Radio Receiver. The WiFi or WLAN antenna is called the Wireless Communication Antenna which is connected to the Remote Radio Receiver. WiFi expands the abilities of the vehicle as described below:
- Connect to home WiFi to update software
- When used with OnStar 4G LTE HotSpot service, it provides internet access to devices in the vehicle when connected to the HotSpot
- Enables in-vehicle networking between passengers' devices, like home WiFi network
- Allows remote access to external connected device application data for vehicle internet application use