Android Auto will soon stop working on smartphones

Last month, Google introduced a new Android Auto interface that adapts to any type of touch screen, no matter how small. Now, the search giant has begun warning users that the app will soon stop working on smartphones. The reason is unknown, but the corresponding message already appears when running Android Auto for Phone Screens.

Almost a year ago, Google disabled Android Auto for Android 12 smartphone users, and now the same fate has befallen owners of devices running Android 12 and earlier versions of the mobile system. Apparently, the company decided to completely close its application for smartphones. At the moment, Android Auto can still be used, but the message appears every time it starts. There are no details yet as to how soon it will stop working.

As an alternative, Google suggests using the Google Assistant driving mode, which will take over all the basic features of Android Auto. Thus, users have two options: to purchase a car with built-in Android Auto or use the services of an assistant. The voice assistant option includes integration with maps and various multimedia programs. The Android Auto app is likely to run on smartphones in regions where Google Assistant driving mode is not available for a while longer.

Source: Trash Box

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