Android Auto wired and wireless feel like completely distinct versions of the same app, despite the fact that there are only different connection methods between the phone and the vehicle.

When cable-free stops making sense ...

Rajesh started following the latest happenings in the world of Android around the release of the Nexus One and Samsung Galaxy S. After flashing custom ROMs and kernels on his beloved Galaxy S, he ...

Long-time Android Auto users certainly know that installing updates is sometimes risky from a stability perspective, as every new app version could cause problems like connection issues and broken ...

For some drivers, the latest updates to Android Auto have broken support for using a wireless connection, and with no immediate fix. For now, reports of these issues are not particularly widespread.

Why is this Happening Now? Connection problems are fairly common with Android Auto, considering the many variables involved (phone model, car stereo system, etc.). However, the recent surge in reports ...

Early on when I first started testing EVs, I got spoiled by how I could access Android Auto and CarPlay wirelessly in them. The fact that I could start my car and have my phone’s functionality ...

This article was updated in December 2025. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto have been available for some time, but wireless connectivity has only recently become standard in new car models. This leaves ...

Android Auto has become one of the most useful tools for modern drivers, allowing smartphones to seamlessly integrate with car infotainment systems. It provides access to navigation, calls, messages, ...

Cords are so 2010. They been disappearing from desktops, networks and phone accessories for years, and increasingly, they are disappearing from vehicle consoles — both for phone charging and for ...