After the news of Android it is on the way that Google just announced, the company did not want to miss the important showcase of CES 2022 to also present the novelties that will also reach our cars throughout this 2022.
Google introduced some of the new vehicle features with Android Auto and the new Android Automotive, with new features to improve the driving and operating experience.
Your Android mobile as a car key
Since the end of last year, the Pixel 6 and Samsung Galaxy S21 can open the door to compatible BMWs. Now Google is announcing that throughout this year it will bring this feature to more mobiles and cars with ultra-broadband technology (UWB
More useful driving with Android Auto
Google reports that Android Auto is available in nearly 150 million cars worldwide and that major brands are integrating Android Auto Wireless to its new models. With the help of Fast Pair, it will be easier to connect the mobile to the car without using any cable. The latter feature is already available on some BMW and Ford models, but there will be more in the future.
For unsupported vehicles, the Mo torola MA1 wireless adapter has entered the market, which adds Android Auto wireless compatibility to models that require the mobile to be connected via USB to use Android Auto.
Google is also announcing that it has partnered with Lyft and Kakao Mobility to integrate their driver apps into Android Auto so that drivers can see and accept rides right from their car’s screen. Apps like MochiMochi, Fuelio, and Prezzi Benzina are also coming in to find and pay for all kinds of auto services and track your mileage and costs.
New capabilities for cars with built-in Google
Polestar, Volvo Cars and General Motors are the first manufacturers to bet on Android Automotive, or by Google integrated as Google now calls this version of its operating system for cars.
Google reports that with Google Play integrated cars will be able to download navigation apps like Sygic and Flitsmeister, charging apps like ChargePoint and PlugShare, parking apps like SpotHero and ParkWhiz, and points of interest apps. By the end of the year, there will be parked in-car video entertainment applications
Google integration will allow you to control car settings with the, such as lane keeping assistance until you check the expiration date of your next service.
Smart home meets smart car
Finally, not only will you be able to control the functions of the car from the vehicle itself, but you will also be able to control some car functions from home. Google Home will allow you to control your car remotely, for example by asking the Google Assistant to heat or cool the car from the house, so that when we go down the street or in the parking lot, it is already at a distance. comfortable temperature. Volvo Cars will be the first manufacturer to launch this feature
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