Android Auto: Smart Driving Companion
App stats
- directly call phone numbers
- directly call any phone numbers
- modify phone state
- read call log
- read phone status and identity
- allow Bluetooth pairing by Application
- capture secure video output
- enable or disable app components
- provide an in-call user experience
- manage preferences and permissions for USB devices
- Audio Routing
- modify app ops statistics
- view network connections
- pair with Bluetooth devices
- access Bluetooth settings
- change network connectivity
- connect and disconnect from Wi-Fi
- full network access
- run at startup
- draw over other apps
- control vibration
- prevent device from sleeping
- modify system settings
- read Google service configuration
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App summary
Android Auto is your smart driving companion that helps you stay focused, connected, and entertained with the Google Assistant. With a simplified interface, large buttons, and powerful voice actions, Android Auto is designed to make it easier to use apps that you love from your phone while you’re on the road.
Just say “Ok Google” to...
• Route to your next destination using Google Maps or Waze with real-time GPS navigation and traffic alerts.
• Get updates on your route, ETA, and hazards in real-time.
• Have the Google Assistant check your calendar for you so you know where you need to be.
• Set reminders, get updates on the news, and check last night’s score.
• Avoid distractions while driving by setting a custom do not disturb message while driving.
• Make calls using Google Assistant and answer incoming calls with just a tap.
• Access your contacts folder and send and receive messages with the Google Assistant using SMS, Hangouts, WhatsApp, Skype, Telegram, WeChat, Kik, Google Allo, and many more messaging apps.
• Manage your infotainment system like never before. Listen to your favorite media apps including Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music, Amazon Music, SiriusXM, TIDAL - High Fidelity Music Streaming, Napster Music, and Deezer. Many more music, radio, news, sports news, audiobook, and podcast apps are also supported.
The number of compatible apps is always growing! For a full list of compatible apps, go to http://g.co/androidauto
To use Android Auto, you’ll need a phone running Android 6.0 or higher and an active data connection.
Over 400 car models now support Android Auto! To find out if your car display is compatible and how to enable it, check your owner’s manual or contact your car’s manufacturer. Once enabled, use a high quality USB cable to connect your phone to your car, then launch Android Auto to get going!
Learn more about Android Auto and compatible cars at http://android.com/auto
For support: http://support.google.com/androidauto
Get help from our community: https://productforums.google.com/forum/#!forum/android-auto
User reviews
- Convenient integration of apps like Google Maps, music, and messaging.
- User-friendly interface and ease of switching between apps.
- Hands-free control adds a level of safety while driving.
- App updates continue to improve the experience.
- Frequent disconnection and connection issues, both wired and wireless.
- Inconsistent voice command functionality.
- Lag and latency in response times for various features.
- Limited customizability of the interface and features.
- Connection issues and frequent crashes/disruptions.
- Voice command problems and unreliable functionality.
- User interface and experience challenges.
- GPS and map feature limitations.
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