Android Auto

Editor's Review

Android Auto is your ultimate driving companion, designed to keep you focused, connected, and entertained while on the road! 🤩 With its simplified interface, large, easy-to-tap buttons, and powerful voice actions powered by Google Assistant, you can seamlessly access your favorite phone apps without taking your hands off the wheel. 🚗💨

Just say “Ok Google” to get started! 🗣️ Here’s what you can do:

• Navigate effortlessly to your next destination using Google Maps or Waze, complete with real-time GPS navigation and up-to-the-minute traffic alerts. 🗺️📍
• Receive real-time updates on your route, including estimated time of arrival (ETA) and potential hazards along the way. ⚠️
• Let Google Assistant check your calendar, so you always know where you need to be and when. 🗓️
• Set reminders, get the latest news updates, and even check last night’s sports scores—all with simple voice commands. 📰⚽
• Minimize distractions by setting a custom do not disturb message, ensuring you stay focused on driving. 📵
• Make and answer calls using Google Assistant with just a tap, keeping your hands safely on the wheel. 📞
• Access your contacts and send/receive messages via SMS, Hangouts, WhatsApp, Skype, Telegram, WeChat, Kik, Google Allo, and many more messaging apps—all hands-free! 💬
• Take control of your infotainment system like never before! Listen to your favorite media apps, including Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music, Amazon Music, SiriusXM, TIDAL, Napster Music, and Deezer. Plus, enjoy a wide range of other music, radio, news, sports news, audiobook, and podcast apps. 🎶🎧

The list of compatible apps is continuously growing, ensuring you always have access to the best driving-optimized experiences. Check out the full list at http://g.co/androidauto to see what’s available. 📱

To use Android Auto, all you need is a phone running Android 6.0 or higher and an active data connection. With support for over 400 car models, chances are your car is already compatible! 🎉 Check your owner’s manual or contact your car manufacturer to find out how to enable it. Once enabled, simply connect your phone to your car using a high-quality USB cable and launch Android Auto to hit the road! 🛣️

Learn more about Android Auto and compatible cars at http://android.com/auto. For support, visit http://support.google.com/androidauto, and get help from our community at https://productforums.google.com/forum/#!forum/android-auto. 👍

Features

• Real-time GPS navigation with Google Maps or Waze

• Voice control with Google Assistant

• Calendar updates and reminders

• Hands-free calls and messaging

• Access to favorite media apps

• Custom do not disturb message while driving

• Traffic alerts and ETA updates

• Infotainment system management

Pros

• Stay focused on the road while driving.

• Enjoy hands-free control with Google Assistant.

• Access a wide range of apps optimized for driving.

• Seamless integration with Google Maps and Waze.

• Stay connected with calls and messages easily.

Cons

• Requires Android 6.0 or higher.

• Compatibility limited to certain car models.