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 ...

Rahul Naskar has years of experience writing news and features related to Android, phones, and apps. Outside the tech world, he follows global events and developments shaping the world of geopolitics.

Rolling out with the latest update, Spotify is getting a redesign on Android Auto and also adding support for “Jam” on the car’s display. Announced back at Google I/O 2025 earlier this year, Spotify ...

Google has been pushing through a number of changes to Android Auto recently, but all without making significant changes to how Android Auto actually works. There could be a change coming that makes a ...

Android Auto is Google's in-vehicle software platform. It allows you to connect an Android phone to a compatible vehicle's infotainment system, effectively turning its touchscreen display into an ...

While Android Auto may have its own quirks and shortcomings, it's one of the best and safest ways to use certain functions of your smartphone when driving. If you wish to make a call, play music, or ...

Watching YouTube in the car has so far been banned for an obvious reason. Keeping your eyes on anything else but the road can be dangerous, and if you believe you can refrain from looking at the ...

Rahul Naskar has years of experience writing news and features related to Android, phones, and apps. Outside the tech world, he follows global events and developments shaping the world of geopolitics.

Your in-car Android Auto screen could soon display more app columns, making app discovery easier and faster. We were able to surface up to seven app columns in a layout that previously supported a ...

I’ve said it before, and I’ll repeat it: Android Auto is among Google’s best products. Yes, it has its flaws and could be improved, but the value it adds to the driving experience is substantial. It’s ...

Google recently shipped a new Android Auto beta build, and this time, the changes are more substantial than in previous updates. However, the search giant hasn't shared a changelog, so the only way to ...