Google is finally bringing back Bluetooth-based automation for Driving Mode on Pixel phones. Driving Mode can now trigger when connected to your car's Bluetooth instead of relying only on motion. The update fixes past issues where Driving Mode misfired or ...

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Google is quietly fixing an issue with automatic DND using Driving mode. Google is reviving the feature to automatically turn on DND only when the phone is connected to the headunit via Bluetooth. Previously, the mode would misfire for other passengers in ...

Google will soon make it possible for video apps on Android Automotive to switch between video and audio modes when the car is in motion, right as Google plans to bring video apps to Android Auto. Video apps already exist on Android Automotive, but they ...

We've known for a while that Google was working on several notable improvements for Android Auto, including the integration of Gemini into the driving experience, but it turns out the search giant was actually planning several other surprises. The company ...

A few everyday apps have Android Auto support that is easy to overlook. These five options add streaming, audiobooks, messages, and more.

Google Maps may soon allow drivers to change their Driving Avatar Icon directly within Android Auto. A code found in version 16.2 suggests upcoming customization support. If true, this could reduce the need to adjust settings on a phone while driving.

Google recently released the first beta build of Android Auto version 14.7, and users enrolled in the testing program are receiving this update as we speak. However, while the new build mainly aims at registered beta testers, anyone can download and ...

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