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Toyota Makes Touchscreen Audio Standard For Scion Cars

By TechTaffy Desk

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Auto-maker Toyota is making touchscreen audio systems a standard feature for Scion cars.

All 2014 Scion models will come standard with the Scion Display Audio System featuring a 6.1-inch LCD touchscreen, with AM/FM/CD/HD radio, hands-free phone capability, music streaming via Bluetooth and AUX/USB port with iPod connectivity. All 2013 xB models that begin production in August or after will also come standard with the new audio system.

Beyond the base audio system, all new models will offer the Scion BeSpoke Premium Audio system featuring Aha, with GPS, integration with social media applications and smartphone-compatible access to 30,000 free audio stations.

[Image courtesy: Toyota]

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