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5 weird things Android Auto now lets you do from your car (even though you probably shouldn't)
Your car's dashboard is becoming a distraction machine.
Google stepped into The Android Show with a laptop nobody saw coming, an AI layer that does your errands, and a security overhaul that's long overdue.
The Android Auto beta tester program is now open for a limited time. Here's how to join, how to leave, and why you should think before either.
While Android Auto gives you safe access to your phone's navigation, messages, calling, and more while driving, using the Custom Assistant shortcut lets you trigger preset actions
Samsung's AI expansion: One UI 8.5 brings Galaxy S26 AI tools like call screening, Now Nudge, and upgraded Photo Assist to older Galaxy phones and tablets. Gemini AI backlash: Android Auto users report crashes when Gemini handles calls or messages, with ...
Google hasn't abandoned its plan to bring video apps to Android Auto, and the most recent update doubles as a reminder on this front. Version 16.3 includes evidence that video apps are still on the horizon, albeit the lack of info means we shouldn’t hold ...
Google's still working on it, but when will it arrive?
One of the advertised perks of using Android Auto on your phone in your car is that you can make calls and control your media by issuing voice commands to Google Assistant. At least, that's how it's supposed to work, but unfortunately, Google Assistant can ...
Google has just pressed the go-ahead button for Android Auto 16.1. The new update is currently exclusive to beta users (those enrolled in the testing program). However, anyone can give it a try by manually downloading the APK installer. To answer the most ...