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The Mysterious Error That Locks Volume Control on Android Auto
The Mysterious Error That Locks Volume Control on Android Auto

3 May 2024, 04:36 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / An old bug that hit the Android Auto user base in 2023 is still around, as Google never released a fix; users can't adjust the volume when the app is running

 
Android Auto Hits Fatal Error Right When Drivers Need It the Most
Android Auto Hits Fatal Error Right When Drivers Need It the Most

2 May 2024, 10:00 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A new bug hitting Android Auto causes the app to close mid-drive and no longer start after replugging the phone into the USB port

 
Android Auto Starts Spamming Users With Scary Alert, Using the App "Feels Dangerous"
Android Auto Starts Spamming Users With Scary Alert, Using the App "Feels Dangerous"

1 May 2024, 09:00 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A new message in Android Auto tells users that their phones are getting hot, recommending they turn off the camera to restore the app

 
Pre-Release Version of Android 11.9 Spotted Online, Users Can Download It Right Now
Pre-Release Version of Android 11.9 Spotted Online, Users Can Download It Right Now

28 Apr 2024, 08:50 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A new version of Android Auto has landed in the beta stage, and as per Google's typical approach, it comes without a changelog

 
Android Auto Gets a Long-Overdue Update to Make Driving Safer
Android Auto Gets a Long-Overdue Update to Make Driving Safer

26 Apr 2024, 18:34 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Google has quietly added a new option to allow drivers to disable all message notifications on Android Auto, keeping everything quiet on the screen

 
Google Teases Android Auto Announcements at Upcoming Event
Google Teases Android Auto Announcements at Upcoming Event

26 Apr 2024, 17:15 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / This year's I/O developer event will witness a special session dedicated to in-car experiences; the focus will be on Android Auto and Automotive

 
Android Auto 11.8 Now Available With a Change Google Probably Forgot About
Android Auto 11.8 Now Available With a Change Google Probably Forgot About

25 Apr 2024, 14:15 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The search giant has started enabling the new Settings menu design in Android Auto; the rollout starts with app version 11.8

 
Sony Launches New CarPlay Media Receiver, Bad News for Android Auto Fans
Sony Launches New CarPlay Media Receiver, Bad News for Android Auto Fans

23 Apr 2024, 11:00 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The all-new XAV-AX3700 is here; the media receiver sports a 6.95-inch touchscreen with support for Apple CarPlay; Android Auto support is unavailable

 
New Android Auto Update: Version 11.8 Now Available for All Users
New Android Auto Update: Version 11.8 Now Available for All Users

21 Apr 2024, 07:36 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A new Android Auto version landed in the production stage, surprisingly without a prior beta release; the rollout started on the Play Store

 
This Android Auto and CarPlay Wireless Adapter Lets You Stream Videos to Your Car
This Android Auto and CarPlay Wireless Adapter Lets You Stream Videos to Your Car

20 Apr 2024, 15:13 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A 3-in-1 adapter allows you to convert Android Auto and CarPlay into a wireless connection; as a bonus, you also get AirPlay support

 
Time to Update: Widespread Android Auto Bug Finally Resolved
Time to Update: Widespread Android Auto Bug Finally Resolved

19 Apr 2024, 12:29 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The bug causing WhatsApp to fail to send messages with voice commands has finally been resolved; users must update the app

 
Google Announces Google Maps Update on AAOS, New Feature Possibly Coming to AA, Too
Google Announces Google Maps Update on AAOS, New Feature Possibly Coming to AA, Too

18 Apr 2024, 15:46 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The navigation app will get a new feature for Android Automotive, showing drivers the nearby charging stations when they run low on battery

 
One Year Later, Android Auto Coolwalk Still Lacks an Essential Feature
One Year Later, Android Auto Coolwalk Still Lacks an Essential Feature

17 Apr 2024, 15:06 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The Coolwalk UI debuted on Android Auto in January 2023, with the rollout completed a few months later; here's the feature that's still nowhere to be seen

 
Google Maps Gets a Subtle Feature That Makes Perfect Sense on Android Auto
Google Maps Gets a Subtle Feature That Makes Perfect Sense on Android Auto

17 Apr 2024, 12:37 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The application now allows the setting for 3D buildings to roam across devices so that you can make your configuration on the mobile phone

 
2024 Will Be the Year of Android, So What Does This Mean for Android Auto and CarPlay?
2024 Will Be the Year of Android, So What Does This Mean for Android Auto and CarPlay?

16 Apr 2024, 16:30 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Estimates indicate that Android will grow significantly compared to Apple's competitor, with competition in the mobile market getting fiercer

 
Top App Broken on Android Auto, the Only Workaround Is a Big No-No
Top App Broken on Android Auto, the Only Workaround Is a Big No-No

16 Apr 2024, 16:00 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / WhatsApp integration in Android Auto is now broken, as users can no longer send messages using Google Assistant commands

 
Android Auto for Beginners: 5 Big Questions Answered
Android Auto for Beginners: 5 Big Questions Answered

11 Apr 2024, 10:56 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Here's what you need to know if you're new to the Android Auto world; I answer the five most common questions for beginners

 
Waze Teases the Biggest Feature Update in Years
Waze Teases the Biggest Feature Update in Years

11 Apr 2024, 08:26 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The company has started sending out emails about the upcoming feature update that'll include sharp curve alerts and speed bump notifications

 
Google Still Working on the Forgotten Side of Android Auto
Google Still Working on the Forgotten Side of Android Auto

10 Apr 2024, 11:37 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Android Auto already has a redesigned settings menu, but Google seemingly needs more time to enable it; the company is tight-lipped on the update

 
Wireless Android Auto and CarPlay Land in One More Car, Albeit With a $3K Price Hike
Wireless Android Auto and CarPlay Land in One More Car, Albeit With a $3K Price Hike

9 Apr 2024, 04:39 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The Australian version of the 2024 Nissan Patrol comes with an upgraded infotainment system that includes wireless phone mirroring systems