BMW Upgrades to Android Auto in 2020
The BMW Group is extending the reach of seamless connectivity in its vehicles with the introduction of Android Auto ™ starting in mid 2020. Android Auto, the latest digital and user centric service addition to
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How to Update Acura RDX to Android Auto For Free
Android Auto™1 integration is now available for all 2019 and 2020 model year Acura RDX vehicles in the U.S. free of charge via an over-the-air update. The system update also includes a variety of feature
Android Automotive Open for Developers
Developers can download an updated Android Automotive OS emulator system image that includes the Google Play Store. This means developers no longer have to wait to get their hands on a vehicle, but can design,
Okay Google Welcome Volvo XC40 EV with Google Assistant & Android Auto-motive
Volvo Cars is fundamentally rethinking infotainment in the forthcoming fully electric Volvo XC40. Powered by Android, the new infotainment system offers customers unprecedented personaliation, improved levels of intuitiveness and new embedded Google technology and services.
Android Auto Wireless Now Compatible with More Phones Not Many Cars
Wireless Android Auto was first only available for Google Nexus and Pixel phones with Android 9.0 or higher. A new Google support document shows Samsung Galaxy S8 or S8+, Samsung Galaxy S9 or S9+, Samsung
Hey Google Show Me the Map or Report a Pothole in Waze
Google announced Google assistant will be in Google maps soon. The Assistant can already help with navigation in Google Maps, so it’s easier to search for places along your route or add a new stop
Android Auto Update Out Later this Summer
Google introduced a new design that will roll out to all Android Auto compatible cars later this summer. The new interface is built to help you get on the road faster, show more useful information
GROM Vline Infotainment with Android 8.1 & Wi-Fi
VLine Infotainment System is designed to address increasing need of the modern drivers in on-road connectivity and advanced driving assistant solutions. According to the multiple studies, technology is the deciding factor in car purchases. GROM
Rightware Android Auto Combo Revealed at CES for IVI and HUDs
Rightware today at CES revealed the latest innovations in its Kanzi product family, which allow automakers to increase brand value by combining Android™ Automotive with new high-quality graphics that can be shared across all displays
Lixar Uses Android Auto for Contextual Audio
Lixar announced that it has expanded its platform LWAYVE to uniquely enable an audio-based in-car experience, by leveraging Android Auto. Passengers will now be able to stay connected to their favorite lifestyle brands from wherever
Wireless Android Auto Coming to Android 9.0 & Some 8.0 Models through Kenwood
In April, KENWOOD USA announced the wireless Android Auto feature built into its 2018 flagship multimedia receivers was active and compatible with select Android-based smartphones. The KENWOOD eXcelon Reference Series DNX995S and DDX9905S, as well
Panasonic to Support Android 9.0 Infotainment Systems IVI
Panasonic Automotive announced a production intent Skip Generation (Skip Gen) IVI platform integrated with Android version 9.0 to technology innovators at the annual Google IO conference. First debuted at CES 2016, Panasonic and Google are