The first version in the 16.x branch is now live; this is just a beta, but the production build is expected in the coming days ...

Android Auto works well if you know how to use it -- try these tips, tweaks, and adjustments to get an easier, safer driving ...

You don’t need every app on your screen, but the right Android Auto apps can seriously upgrade your time behind the wheel. Time to stop using your infotainment system like a radio and start using it ...

Android Auto has quietly grown into a full dashboard platform, and a surprising number of apps now plug into it without most drivers realizing what is possible. I want to spotlight five specific apps ...

Android Auto and CarPlay are super useful features of newer vehicles, but it’s historically been a big hassle to install updated infotainment systems in older vehicles. But, over the past couple of ...

While Apple CarPlay is often praised for its polished, ‘it just works’ simplicity, it frequently feels like a walled garden ...

If you've been using Android Auto for more than a few days, you're probably sticking with the default configuration. If you don't, you're in the minority here, as most people are satisfied with the ...

As I do with every device, Android or not, I tweak the settings to suit my needs. The default options provided by the manufacturer cover the broadest range of users, but they won’t be perfect for ...

Google added support for weather apps on Android Auto in 2023, and new options just keep coming. This week, “MyRadar” is launching on Android Auto with live radar and more. The MyRadar app on Android ...

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I’ve long believed that wired is superior to wireless in almost every instance, and it mostly is. You’ll get the best speeds when physically tethered to the wall while charging a phone. Ethernet is ...

Android Auto, Google's answer to Apple CarPlay, can be great for expanding the capabilities of your vehicle by connecting an Android device to the infotainment system. It's great for accessing maps, ...