How it works: to create a safe driving environment, the company states that the system will be automatically activated as soon as the vehicle is set into motion. When coupled with the cellControl application, the trigger unit is capable of blocking any other app that is most likely to distract the driver. Also, the device communicates with smartphones through Bluetooth.
“According to the National Highway Transportation and Safety Authority 18% of fatalities in distraction-related crashes involved a cell phone,” commented Kas Alves, Executive Vice President of Scosche Industries. “Those are the type of accidents that can easily be prevented and served as the inspiration behind cellControl.”
By restricting the use of SMS, internet, camera and other apps, cellular functions will also be blocked. However, voice calls can be commenced and received if the handset is connected to a handsfree accessory. Being simple and intuitive to setup, the company claims its system to be tamper free. At present, the service is compatible with platforms including Android 2.1 and above, BlackBerry 4.5 or later, Windows Mobile 5 as well as 6 and Symbian S60v3 devices.
The cellControl price tag sum up to $129.95 and it is available for purchase through the company’s website. To initiate the service, users will have to activate the safe driving system online and further download the corresponding app onto their handsets.
