I tried this hidden Google Maps trick in Android Auto; now every drive feels smarter

Google Maps finally feels more proactive ...

I tried a hidden Android Auto feature Google doesn't want you to know about

Google limits what Android Auto can do, but you can sideload apps to unlock YouTube, screen mirroring, and more. Here's how ...
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Google Maps Icon Bug Plagues Android Auto, This Is the Only Workaround

It's not just you. Definitely not. If the car icon has gone missing in Google Maps when you use navigation on Android Auto, you'd better not waste your time with all the generic fixes. Only a simple ...
Android Police

Why I stopped relying on Google Maps in Android Auto — and the app I use instead

I’ve come to realize that convenience often carries a healthy dose of mediocrity, and Google Maps might be the undisputed king of it. Google Maps is what I’d call good enough software. It’s definitely ...
Android Police

Google's new Android Auto trick could save you from last-second lane panic

I’ve been covering Android since 2023, when I joined Android Police, mostly focusing on AI and everything around Pixel and Galaxy phones. I’ve got a bachelor’s in IT with a major in AI, so I naturally ...
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Google Maps May Let Drivers Change Their Avatar Icon Directly in Android Auto

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 ...

Car Manufacturers Are Ditching Android Auto In 2026: Here's Why

Car buyers love Android Auto. Automakers? Not so much.