Latest about Android Auto

Google Maps driving mode black bar
Google says it isn't killing Assistant Driving Mode; it's just losing the best feature

By Brady Snyder Published

It's finally over Google shared earlier this month that it would be removing Assistant Driving Mode. Now, it clarifies that the name remains — but core features are gone.

It's finally over
Taking a Zoom call on Android Auto
Android Auto redesigns voice replies and Assistant ahead of AI additions

By Nickolas Diaz Published

More to come Android Auto's latest beta looks at Google's voice reply and Assistant UI redesign.

More to come
Google's CES 2024 Android Auto announcements.
Google supercharges Android Auto with better EV integration, brings Chrome to Android Automotive

By Nickolas Diaz Published

Better trips with a side of fun During CES 2024, Google announced several new features arriving for Android Auto/Automative supported vehicles.

Better trips with a side of fun
Photo of Android Auto home screen with new wallpaper.
Android Auto gives you one less excuse to skip video calls while driving

By Jay Bonggolto Published

in-car meetings Microsoft has confirmed that Teams is hitting Android Auto in February.

in-car meetings
Taking a Zoom call on Android Auto
Wade through that busy group chat as Google assistant helps Android Auto summarize texts

By Nickolas Diaz Published

Busy chatters A code deep dive uncovered Android Auto's AI-backed message summaries, courtesy of Google Assistant.

Busy chatters
Android Auto running split-screen with Waze in Mercedes.
Samsung Galaxy users report Android Auto problems after One UI 6 update

By Nickolas Diaz Published

Software woes Samsung Galaxy device owners report problems with Android Auto's wireless connectivity following an Android 14 update.

Software woes
Photo of Android Auto home screen with new wallpaper.
Android Auto gets a helpful Google Maps feature to avoid parking lot panic

By Jay Bonggolto Published

a new trick Google Maps is finally playing nice with Android Auto, letting you remember where you parked with a single tap.

a new trick
Android Auto Coolwalk screen main home screen.
How to use Android Auto: Tips and tricks for your new car dash

By Ted Kritsonis Last updated

Road Ready Android Auto has undergone some changes over the years, so more things are in the right places, making it easier than ever to use.

Road Ready
Android Auto Coolwalk screen main home screen.
Google Maps' updated color scheme graces Android Auto as well

By Jay Bonggolto Published

fancy new colors Google Maps has gotten a fresh coat of paint, and now that new look is also available on Android Auto.

fancy new colors
Android Auto Coolwalk screen main home screen.
Google Maps for Android Auto gains some minor design tweaks for navigation

By Vishnu Sarangapurkar Published

everything bolder After bringing a persistent sidebar a while ago, Google Maps is seeing yet another design tweak for Android Auto.

everything bolder
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Archives