The best for last? Lots of changes in Android Auto!

This year there were quite a few changes to Google Android Autowhich was especially the case in the second half of the year. Towards the end of summer Google introduced some changesto improve the service even further. Among other things, this was the new Android version Android 11 presented, with which it is now possible with any smartphone, Android Auto wireless to use.

App range on Android Auto is growing

Another good news is that third party programs are now better supportedso that Android Auto now offers a much wider choice Apps is available. This is especially true when it comes to apps Navi extremely useful. Strong partners such as Sygic or TomTom brought on board. In the fall, one was for the new interfaces and libraries Beta version at the start. With even more new functions for end customers next spring be expected.

Will we soon only be using Android Auto on the car radio in the future?

The announcement by Google, Android Auto exclusively in combination with vehicles already took place in May last year. In order to be able to display and use the service on the displays of the smartphones, an alternative for the service that was previously known under the name was worked out for a long time Driving Mode (Google Assistant driving mode) knew. In November of this year, the driving mode became available to more and more users unlocked and Google did that Market launch officially.

More functions, optimizations and apps

In the past few weeks there have been a few smaller ones amendments noticeable. For example, suddenly there was a completely new one Phone app available in which the division of the menu items using Tabs he follows. This innovation enables a significantly better user experience. However, the official rollout waited for this innovation. There have also been some changes regarding the Google Assistant: For example, a button is now integrated which can be reached more easily by the users in order to call up search results from voice inputs. This is especially useful when you are Music track searches for which there are several hits. Before that was only possible by doing the main menu has called. Another innovation is the display of the spoken text from durch Google Assistant. Furthermore, users can use a Wallpaper function and more optimizations für eine better service and look forward to a smoother start.