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[–] [email protected] 1 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Backup cameras are required by law since I think it was 2015? But the trend of gigantic screen with no physical controls seems to be in a "will they/won't they" kinda situation right now with some manufacturers flirting with the idea, some trying it then reverting, etc.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

My current vehicle is mid 2000s, much older than 2015 and standard equipment includes a backup camera that engages in reverse on its perfectly usable 4:3 standard definition screen.

The climate controls are buttons with led indicators and rotary encoders that control a display so while it isn't as distracting as a touch screen it can't be operated fully haptically while eyes are on the road either. It makes sense though as the rear climate controls can be adjusted independently with a wireless remote and in that application it is almost impossible to do things with simple sliders and selector knobs. I am not an absolutist on these things but I appreciate designers putting some thought into the usability of controls instead of going with the cheapest/flashiest solution.