Google Cast and YouTube app rolling out to Rivian EVs with latest update
A new software update is now rolling out to Rivian electric vehicles with support for Google Cast and a new YouTube app.
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Android Automotive could get more apps thanks to this easy-to-use kit [Gallery]
Google’s Android Automotive platform is growing, but one of the things holding it back somewhat has been a lack of compatible apps. Thanks to a clever developer kit, though, it might be a lot easier for more apps to come to Android Automotive going forward.
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Android Automotive is now coming to motorcycles too
When you think of Android Automotive, you probably think of cars, EVs to be specific. But that’s not the only place the OS can be used, as KTM is now using Android Automotive OS on motorcycles.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid Automotive gains Google Maps incident reporting function
Android Automotive is getting feature parity with Auto as live incident reporting in Google Maps is rolling out right now for the in-car OS.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 15 for Android Automotive adds homescreen dock, Bluetooth boosts, more
With Android 15 hitting AOSP just a few days ago, the car-based Android Automotive platform has similarly been updated with some new functions and features.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid Automotive adds heads-up distance and estimated arrival times with Google Maps navigation
Android Automotive now has a new heads-up mini pane that indicates how far you have to travel, how long it will take and the estimated arrival time when navigating using Google Maps.
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2025 Ford Explorer is now available with Android Automotive – still has CarPlay and Android Auto
Ford is now shipping the 2025 Explorer to customers and to dealerships, with the vehicle being the first Ford with the new Android Automotive-based infotainment experience.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid Automotive gets Google Assistant redesign
Android Automotive is gaining the updated Google Assistant redesign seen on Android Auto earlier this year.
Expand Expanding CloseYes, Rivian uses Android Automotive OS to build its software experience
Google’s Android Automotive software has been adopted by many carmakers for the EV era, but it tends to vary between different brands. This week Google and Rivian confirmed to 9to5Google that the EV-maker uses Android Automotive as the base of its software experience, something that was previously not known.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Cast is coming to Android Automotive and Rivian vehicles, new apps too
As a part of Google I/O 2024, Android Automotive is getting support for Google Cast, new apps, and more.
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Android Automotive gets slick, customizable UI theming in ‘SnappOS’
Android Automotive is set to play a huge role in vehicles and a big part of its appeal is that, generally speaking, apps and the OS as a whole feel and look better than traditional in-car software. Now, “SnappOS” is showing off a take on Android Automotive that’s not only good-looking, but has very slick theming.
Expand Expanding CloseFord unveils its new Android Automotive experience, coming to 2024 vehicles [Gallery]
Ford is going all-in on Google’s Android Automotive, with the Detroit automaker today unveiling its new “Ford and Lincoln Digital Experience” today which starts rolling out to new vehicles starting this month.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid Automotive adds Chrome app, Android Auto gets deeper EV integration
In addition to updates for phones, tablets, and TVs, Google has a number of Android Auto and Automotive announcements at CES 2024, including a Chrome app.
Expand Expanding ClosePorsche will adopt Android Automotive, complete with Google apps
Porsche has announced a collaboration with Google which will bring Android Automotive to the carmaker’s future vehicles.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Weather Channel, Prime Video apps coming to Android Automotive
As Android Automotive (or “Cars with Google built-in” as it’s officially called) gains traction, more and more third-party apps are rolling out, including The Weather Channel and Amazon Prime Video today.
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Waze will show EV stations on Android Auto and CarPlay
Initially brought to mobile, the Waze app has the ability to show drivers where the nearest charging stations are and the important details that follow. Now, the Google-owned app is bringing that feature to Android Auto and CarPlay, expanding the user base significantly.
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Android Automotive is getting Material Design, but it’s not for the driver
Google’s Android Automotive OS is set to appear on more and more vehicles in the years to come, and now it’s getting a taste of Material You.
Expand Expanding CloseWaze Android Automotive app now available for Polestar 2 and Volvo
Back in December, Waze announced an Android Automotive app, and it’s now seeing wider availability on the Polestar 2 and other Volvo cars.
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GM has been under fire lately for its decision to pull the plug on Android Auto and CarPlay in its coming electric vehicles, and in a new interview, the company is doubling down on that decision, saying that its built-in OS can be even better than the current projection systems.
Expand Expanding CloseGM EVs dropping Android Auto (and CarPlay) in full Android Automotive embrace
As GM brings Android Automotive to more of its vehicles, the company is going to stop supporting Android Auto and CarPlay in electric cars.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps ‘glanceable directions’ coming to iPhone (as Live Activities) and Android lockscreens
Google is expanding the availability of AR features in Maps, as well as adding glanceable directions to the Android and iOS lockscreens.
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BMW will adopt Android Automotive OS in 2024, but without Google’s help
Android is having an impact on the next generation of cars, and now BMW has confirmed plans to bring Android Automotive OS to its vehicles in 2024.
Expand Expanding CloseWhat Android Automotive looks like on the 2023 Honda Accord [Gallery]
Honda announced last September that it would start using Android Automotive, and the first car to do so will be the 2023 Accord.
Expand Expanding CloseWaze gets Android Automotive app, coming to more cars in 2023
Google is fulfilling a common request of Android Automotive owners today with the launch of a dedicated Waze app, though availability will be limited until next year.
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