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A recent update may give you more heads-up information when using Google Maps navigation right at your steering wheel if you have a digital dashboard that supports Android Auto. Previously, when using ...

Despite its litany of flaws, I love Android Auto. It makes driving more enjoyable by offering easy access to my music collection and putting important navigation information front and center. However, ...

When Android Auto first debuted in 2015, it was just OK. It was nice being able to access your Android apps and phone controls right from your car’s display, but it was anemic in features and only ...

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Google Maps remains the preferred choice for Android Auto users seeking a navigation app, but a glitch that has been around since at least May is making it painfully difficult for many people to stick ...

Google Maps tests a centered view on Android Auto A power-saving mode for navigation is in the works too It might be a while before everyone sees these changes Google Maps continues to add small but ...

Android Auto is an extension of the Android platform which is highly optimized for use in a moving vehicle. The system is designed to cut down on the number of interactions you'll have with your ...

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Android users are getting their first glimpse of a new operating system feature while using Google Maps, as the app is the first to make use of the Live Updates ability that was added for Android 16.