During the I/O 2023 keynote, Google announced some new features coming to Android Auto, the operating system designed for infotainment in vehicles. Features for electric cars and video conferencing apps like Teams are coming.
In parallel with the distribution of Android 14 Beta 2, Google has presented some innovations dedicated entirely to Android Autothe version of the green robot designed specifically for the systems infotainment offered by the latest generation vehicles. Let’s see, therefore, the latest news for all vehicles compatible with the integration of Google.
Available in nearly 200 million cars by the end of this year, Android Auto is preparing to officially welcome Microsoft Teams, Webex by Cisco and Zoom in such a way that it is much easier to connect to work meetings via audio directly in the car, without getting distracted while driving. It is one of several solutions conceived in order to stay productive even on the move.
Another novelty concerns the quantity of vehicles which in 2023 will receive Android Auto: the operating system developed by the Mountain View company will arrive on other models of top brands such as Chevrolet, Honda, Polestar, Renault and Volvo, finally doubling the amount of cars with this integrated system by the end of year. In this way, an increasingly large audience of users will be able to enjoy the best features forentertainment and the communication.
In addition, YouTube is now available for car manufacturers who wish to provide the application on “in-car” systems: the novelty comes through software updates Over The Air.
Lovers of video games for mobile devices can give it a try GameSnacks on cars with built-in Android Auto and enjoy popular titles such as Beach Buggy Racing 2, Solitaire FRVR e My Talking Tom Friends. To kill time when the vehicle is stationary and you have to wait in the car for various reasons.
Finally, Waze reaches a larger number of vehicles globally allowing users to get real-time reports on the traffic, on road closures, on accidents, on fixed and mobile speed cameras directly on the vehicle display, together with specific functions for drivers of electric vehicles. Among these the research optimized of charging stations compatible with the type of socket of your EV, validated directly by the community of Waze.