How to activate the new Android Auto interface?
Table of contents:
- What are the improvements in the new Android Auto interface?
- How to activate the new Android Auto interface from your phone?
After numerous tests with the new interface of Android Auto it seems that it is here to stay. After numerous random tests with all types of users, everyone can now activate the new interface of Google's automotive operating system. Android Auto is an easy and comfortable way to use Google's operating system in cars, but the truth is that there are still few cars that are compatible with Android Auto. It stands out, in particular, the way in which BMW flees from Android Auto and it would be a great step for the advancement of this system.
Let's not mess around anymore, let's talk about how the new interface has changed and how to activate it now in your car.
What are the improvements in the new Android Auto interface?
The new version of Android Auto has improved the way we navigate through the system. If you have a car with Android Auto, you should know that activating the new interface is very easy. But first, let's talk about all the changes it brings. We even leave you with a video so you can visually see how interaction with the system has improved.
- There will be no more navigation buttons: The new Android Auto now places a new bar at the bottom of the screen that adapts to the application you are using.
- The Home button will take us directly to the applications.
- The notification center has been completely overhauled to make it clearer and more intuitive.
- Dark mode is enabled by default.
- Music and navigation are activated automatically. When you start your car, the music will continue playing where it was going.
How to activate the new Android Auto interface from your phone?
The new Android Auto interface is now available to everyone, although at the moment it is not activated by default. What we can confirm is that the change is only made on the car screen and not in the application interface. To activate it, just follow these simple steps:
- Update the Android Auto application to version 4.5.5928, if it still doesn't appear on Google Play you can download it from APK Mirror.
- Once Android Auto has been updated, enter Settings and check the option “Try the new version of Android Auto”.
- If this option does not appear, force stop the app and clear the cache.
Google will apply it by default in a short time, but at this moment it can be activated and deactivated with this new version of the application. Will you try it?