In the background Samsung is working with a team of senior designers like e x-BMW chief designer Chris Bangle to improve the usability and appearance of products.

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When I talked recently (via email) with ex-BMW chief designer Chris Bangle he was doubtful about driverless vehicles simply because the liability issues it created needed to be resolved before the cars could go on sale.

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