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OnStar's Virtual Advisor

Bob checks his email messages from his truck using GM OnStar's Virtual Advisor functionality.
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OnStar's Virtual Advisor

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" have old messages, would you like me to read me them now?"

" Yes."

" You have 1 old message. Here it is. Message from:"

" Dad at press [unk].com."

" Subject:"

" Need now. Bob, we are running low on finishing nails here at this time, would you please stop at the hardware store and take some out? Thanks."

" Thanks."

" You're OnStar request ended."

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