Google is ready to open app floodgates for Android Auto

Google is ready to open the app floodgates for Android Auto
Android Automotive, Google's OS for cars, will be getting new car-ready apps in February, including video streaming, web browsers, and mobile gaming apps. Only cars certified with Google built-in will support these new apps,
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Android Automotive users are about to see a lot more apps in their vehicles
Google is making efforts to push more apps to the Android infotainment system without extra work from developers.
Android Auto is losing popularity among car drivers, here's why
According to a new report, Google’s smart platform for cars, Android Auto, is found to be used by fewer drivers every year, with YouTube Music seeing a huge surge among car drivers across all platforms.
Android Auto will get new car-ready apps next month
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Android Auto appears to be expanding its horizons beyond just cars
Currently, Android Auto depends on your car model or having a compatible aftermarket stereo. But according to 9to5Google's findings, that might be changing. It is speculated that Google could break free from these limits, with motorcycles possibly leading the charge.
This Android Auto update should fix issues with the SiriusXM app
Users report on Google’s forums that, as far back as November of last year, SiriusXM on Android Auto was broken in the sense that menus in the app weren’t functional. In turn, the app was only usable through voice commands, as the touch controls were effectively broken.
Cars with Android Automotive are about to get a lot more apps
The “Car ready moble apps program” for developers is launching soon to make it easier to convert tablet apps to automotive ones.
Android automotive gears up for Netflix and youtube in 2025
February 2025 marks a significant milestone in Android Automotive's and Android Auto's evolution. Google's system, which is integrated into modern vehicles, will soon support applications that were once only adapted for devices like tablets.
Android Auto has a Sirius problem, but Google is working on a fix
Android Auto users are facing UI issues when using the SiriusXM app. Google has acknowledged the problem and a fix is incoming. The resolution is expected with Android Auto version 13.4 update that will arrive in a couple of weeks.
Android Auto sounds like it's having a bit of a slump
How do you like to enjoy music in your car? A new report suggests that drivers have been moving away from streaming with ...
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New Old Waze Bug on Android Auto Makes the Switch to Google Maps Even More Tempting
Users are now struggling with another Waze glitch on Android Auto, this time related to audio navigation and other audio ...
Report suggests Android Auto is losing its users, YouTube Music still popular
According to a new survey report, Android Auto is getting less popular among drivers, while YouTube Music is still a hit.
Android Auto is working on support for more types of vehicles, including motorcycles (APK teardown)
A teardown of the latest Android Auto release has revealed new changes suggesting that the app may soon support motorcycles ...
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Waze volume controls are currently broken on Android Auto
Many Waze users have noticed that volume controls are currently broken on Android Auto, with issues affecting navigation volume specifically.