Technologies have fast become a very crucial part of cars over the years. We have seen an exponential growth in in-car technology integration. In-car technologies play an important part in enhancing the overall usership experience. One of these countless technologies and features is car-connectivity via Android Auto. Android Auto was first introduced in 2015 and has over the years undergone slight changes to improve the user experience. Though Android Auto does provide convenience, it still had a lot of scope for improvement. Now, Google has finally given a significant update to the Android Auto to make it even better. In this article, we will take a look at everything that is new on the updated Android Auto. Let’s go.

Adapts to screen size

Android Auto update

Cars today come with different infotainment systems in different shapes and sizes. Previously this was a major problem for Android Auto as it wasn’t designed to adapt with different screens. Now, Google has fixed this issue in the latest update. Android Auto will now conform to all types of screens. Google has also employed a new split-screen function that should work on all screens.

Android Auto update – Refreshed UI

The split-screen mode now gets a new design. It gets a split-screen view that is divided into three tiles for three things. This means that you can see navigation, current media and any missed communications all at once. You can also enlarge each tile depending on your priority. 

Android Auto update – Improved assistant

Android Auto update

Google is looking to better integrate its assistant in this new update. So, the system will now recommend music options. The car will proactively allow you to share your arrival time with the person of your choice. Also, it will be able to suggest replies to text messages from friends. 

When will your car get this update?

Android Auto update

So when is the update coming? There is no official confirmation from Google regarding the update, but these updates are slated to roll out in the upcoming few months. So, Android Auto users will either get this update via OTA or will have to visit the service centres to get this update.

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