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These Are Android Automotive 12' s Cool New Features
Dec. 11, 2021 11:10 AM ET by Gerhard Horn Technology / 3 Comments Android Automotive is set to become the gold standard in a few years. If you're reading this article on a Nokia 3310, you probably don't know what Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are. These are software applications that display on the car's infotainment system. It essentially changed how we interact with vehicles by allowing us to seamlessly connect to the car with our smartphones. Google is now taking it one step further with Android Automotive, not to be confused with Android Auto. Android Automotive is an operating system installed in the infotainment system. In other words, it's the primary system running everything, including navigation, climate control settings, heated seats, and model-specific pages. It's already used in the Polestar 2, which is just one of the many highlights of the vehicle. Now, Android Automotive 12 has received a few exciting updates. Google Toyota The general idea is to create a standard within the automotive industry, and we're all for it. Various manufacturers try to emulate the usability of a smartphone, and it almost always fails. If you want a smartphone-like interface, make a deal with the people who have years worth of experience creating software for smartphones. The latest version of Android Automotive will be getting a bunch of new features. In addition to a refreshed overall appearance and launch page, there's also an SMS feature, and it will illuminate a small light in the corner to confirm that it's recording. This is useful during voice commands, so you know Google Assistant is listening. It will likely also be listening to your conversations for targeted ads, so if you ask your significant other what they want for Christmas, there's a good chance it will pop up on your Facebook newsfeed a day later to remind you. Ford Polestar CarBuzz Polestar While this is a bit creepy, it's also quite helpful. Once your car has its own profile and is connected, you can remotely deactivate the car and track it. Google also says it's possible to wipe all of your data from the car remotely, as this will likely be a significant concern to users. Google also says the Bluetooth experience has been enhanced, but the biggest news is a new split-screen interface available for wider screens. For example, it will likely allow you to display two main features at once, like navigation and a music player. Once the entire car is running the software, Android Automotive will also forward any relevant information to a car's head-up display. To date, only a handful of manufacturers use the technology. GM will use it in the new Hummer, and future Hondas will also be equipped with this interface. GMC GMC GMC Google Join The Discussion
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Polestar 2 Gerhard Horn Senior Editor Gerhard knew from a young age that he wanted to be an automotive journalist. He completely disappointed his parents by completing degrees in communication and English, as well as diplomas in graphic design and film and art appreciation. He later interned at various automotive publications, before landing a permanent position at a newspaper. He became the editor within two years, after which he landed a job as the deputy editor at a national publication, where he spent eight years traveling the world, driving, and writing. In his current role as senior editor, he writes news, reviews, scripts, and opinion pieces. When he’s not supposed to be working, you’ll probably find him working. When he’s forced to take a break, you’ll find him at the movies, or behind the wheel of a ‘92 NA Miata called Kimiko. Contact Gerhard @GrootScreenGerhard LoginSign Up Home News Features Car Reviews Car Advice 2021 CarBuzz Awards New Cars Used Cars Future Cars Compare Cars Sell My Car Car Dealerships Buy Here Pay Here Used Car Reviews Popular Tags Cars # Video # TOP # Spy Shots # Reveal # Rumor # Auto Show # Supercar # Tuning # Car Culture # Industry News # Motorsport Acura Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bollinger Bugatti Buick Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari Fiat Fisker Ford Genesis GMC Hennessey Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Karma Kia Koenigsegg Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Lordstown Lotus Lucid Motors Maserati Mazda McLaren Mercedes-Benz Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Pagani Polestar Porsche Ram Rimac Rivian Rolls-Royce Spyker Subaru Tesla Toyota Volkswagen Volvo By Make Acura Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bollinger Bugatti Buick Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari Fiat Fisker Ford Genesis GMC Hennessey Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Karma Kia Koenigsegg Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Lordstown Lotus Lucid Motors Maserati Mazda McLaren Mercedes-Benz Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Pagani Polestar Porsche Ram Rimac Rivian Rolls-Royce Spyker Subaru Tesla Toyota Volkswagen Volvo By Car Type SUVs Crossovers Sedans Coupes Trucks Sports Cars Wagons Vans Hatchbacks Convertibles Small Cars Luxury Cars Electric Cars Hybrid Cars Future Cars By Price Up to $15K $15K - $25K $25K - $35K $35K - $45K $45K - $55K $55K - $75K $75K - $100K $100K - $200K $200K - $300K Above $300K Back To Top