Apps
Waze is coming to cars with Android Automotive
Google has announced that they will be launching a dedicated Waze app for cars that run its Android Automotive platform.
Automotive
BMW is bringing casual gaming to its cars
It seems that BMW will be taking a page out of Tesla’s playbook by introducing casual gaming to its cars.
Apps
Google will be shutting down Android’s Assistant Driving Mode
Google has confirmed that they will be shutting down Android’s Assistant Driving Mode.
Accessories
Spotify’s Car Thing is no more
Spotify has confirmed that they have stopped manufacturing the Car Thing, an accessory for cars that allowed users to stream Spotify’s catalog.
Automotive
Car Crash Detection could soon be making its way to non-Pixel devices
According to an APK teardown, it looks like Google could be getting ready to bring its Car Crash Detection to non-Pixel smartphones.
Automotive
Google is giving Android Auto’s UI a much-deserved upgrade
At I/O 2022, Google has revealed that they will be making some big redesigns to Android Auto.
Automotive
Global chip shortage is forcing BMW to ship their cars without Android Auto
Due to the ongoing global chip shortage, it seems that BMW will not be shipping its newer cars with Android Auto or CarPlay.
Automotive
Samsung Galaxy S23 series could see a boost in battery capacity thanks to EV battery technology
According to a recent rumor, it seems that Samsung could borrow technology from EVs for the battery in the Galaxy S23 series.
Apps
Samsung’s digital car key can now unlock more cars, but only if you live in South Korea
Samsung has recently updated its digital car key feature where it will now play nicely with more car models.
Accessories
Motorola’s MA1 brings wireless Android Auto to older vehicles
If you’re not a fan of using cables to connect your phone to your car’s Android Auto headunit, then perhaps Motorola’s MA1 wireless ...
Automotive
Tesla’s upcoming battery chemistry change is a double-edged sword
We don’t cover a lot of automotive news here on Phandroid, but when Tesla decides to make a dramatic shift in the battery ...
Automotive
Xiaomi expects to launch its first EV in the first half of 2024
Take one look at the upcoming lineup of cars and trucks and you’ll notice a trend. More and more car makers are launching ...
Apps
Google is killing off “Android Auto for Phone Screens” for phones running Android 12
It seems that Google is starting to kill off access to Android Auto for Phone Screens in favor of Google Assistant’s Driving Mode, ...
Automotive
Google wants your phone to be everything you can think of, including a key for your car
Google I/O 2021 is underway, and while we’ve seen a lot surrounding the world of Android 12 and its major redesign, there’s much ...
Automotive
Ford partners with Google to bring Android Auto to the masses
If you’re wondering whether you’ll have to upgrade the infotainment system in a future Ford or Lincoln vehicle, then you’re in luck. Ford ...