One of the handy features of Android Auto is the ability to read notifications aloud, allowing the driver to stay up to date with work emails and messages while on the road. But it looks like this feature is not working properly for some users due to a recently discovered bug. According to recent user […]
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Android Auto has learned to detect faulty USB cables
If you regularly use Android Auto in your car, then you’re no stranger to connection issues. They are often caused by an unsuitable or faulty USB Type-C cable, though most end up blaming Android Auto or their phone for it. However, in many cases it can be quite difficult to determine if the problem is […]
Google is testing new Android Auto interface to focus on navigation
Google has begun testing a new interface for the Android Auto platform. The interface, codenamed Coolwalk, is designed to reduce the need to leave the home screen, which is fraught with skipping a turn or other important driving information. The screenshots in the Android Auto code were noticed by the Italian blog AndroidWorld, and then […]
Android Auto starts prompting drivers for music, news and podcasts
Google has begun to distribute an interesting innovation for the Android Auto platform to reduce the distraction of drivers from the road. Apparently, Google has found that drivers spend too much time selecting music and podcasts on the media screen. And now Android Auto has a new icon with suggestions and listening tips. When you […]
Google launches Android Auto beta testing program
Google has launched a new beta testing program for Android Auto. It will allow users to get early access to Android Auto features if they are willing to put up with potential instability and potential bugs. Google warns that beta versions of Android Auto “may be less stable and some features may not work correctly.” […]
Google unveils big Android Auto update: better messenger experience, redesigned interface for multimedia and more
Google has introduced a number of innovations for the Android Auto platform, and some functions have already become available to motorists. Google announced that it will expand its support for third-party apps, including apps for charging electric vehicles, navigation, and more. Support for messaging apps has also been enhanced. A universal “application” is now offered […]
Android Auto users have lost their music. Crash occurs when opening any app on smartphone
Android Auto platform users have encountered a strange crash. For unclear reasons, music playback is paused when opening any app on a smartphone running the Android Auto user interface. The topic resource 9to5Google drew attention to the problem. Google originally developed Android Auto so that users don’t have to pick up their phones while driving, […]
New Honda Civic will be able to wirelessly connect to Android Auto
Honda has recently announced the production model of the 11th generation of the Honda Civic sedan. Now new details have become known regarding the Android Auto platform in the new model. The base model Civic 2022 features a 7-inch touchscreen, while the media system is compatible with wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. To get […]
Nice innovation of Android Auto for expensive media systems. Two images can be displayed on the screen
Google has begun rolling out a new handy feature for its Android Auto platform. Owners of expensive widescreen media systems will now be able to use split screen mode. The feature has already started appearing among some Android Auto users. A screenshot posted by one of these lucky ones shows the use of two applications […]
Google is bringing back a long-lost feature to Android Auto. Google Assistant “Apps” are available again
Google has brought a useful feature back to its Android Auto platform, which was no longer supported in 2018. We are talking about the “programs” of the voice assistant Google Assistant (Google Assistant). Google Assistant Routines lets you set up a sequence of actions that Google Assistant takes one command at a time. Google Assistant […]