Apple CarPlay and Android Auto have both redefined what in-car tech is capable of. What used to be a sluggish, confusing dashboard experience has now become an intuitive extension of your smartphone.

Android Auto's split-screen just feels clunky compared to this setting ...

CarPlay recently started adding more widget support with the release of iOS 26, and it looks like Android might follow suit in the weeks ahead, at least according to a new APK teardown of a beta ...

Navigate to the same page as before, but tap Start Music Automatically. It should be right below the previous setting you've ...

Android Auto is the default co-pilot for millions of cars worldwide. It allows you to access most of your smartphone's features on your car's infotainment screen, including music, navigation, and ...

You must use these Android Auto features to enjoy long drives ...

Android Auto is still working on climate control settings. Get an early look at the new side-mounted "hero" UI in our APK teardown.

Chris Wedel is a seasoned technology journalist with a rich background writing for top publications like CNET, Android Police, and Digital Trends. His work spans the consumer electronics landscape, ...

Google has just pressed the go-ahead button for a new Android Auto update. Version 15.9 is now available for download. Given that we're only a few days away from 2026, this is likely the last update ...

It's been a busy week in the Android Auto world, but Google found the perfect way to end it. A fresh beta build has just received the go-ahead, with testers enrolled in the preview program getting it ...

Android Auto has significantly enhanced the driving experience by seamlessly integrating your smartphone with your vehicle’s infotainment system. While its core functionalities like navigation and ...

I cover Android with a focus on productivity, automation, and Google’s ecosystem, including Gemini and everyday apps. With a background in engineering and software development, I tend to go beyond ...