On December 23, the latest version of Android Auto arrived in Europe with a series of fixes that laid the foundations for the expected update: the Split screen with “CoolWalk” layout. Deployment begins today.
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“CoolWalk” in Android Auto has arrived
In the Google I/O last year the big G showed off some of that design for Android Auto that’s been waiting for months.
This new design, called “CoolWalk” and announced by Google a few hours ago, uses a split screen capable of simultaneously displaying the browserplayback controls and another set of maps to optimize that user experience when you have your hands on the wheel.
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Via XDA, we know this the design took its timesince the main idea was to deploy it last summer, but after this first deployment in the beta in November, it is now that the final arrival of the version with this split screen begins.
This new experience, using the same Google words in its advertising, focuses on navigation, communication with family and friends and reproduction of the user’s favorite music.
Android Auto redefined
First of all, it should be noted that the interface elements with which the driver must interact have been located as close as possible to the driver in order to access functions such as the navigator, the reading cards and commands as the most used applications.
One of the advantages of the new interface is that it adapts perfectly to the size of the screen. The other great novelty is the Google Assistant tips for call back or play media suggested by the wizard.
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More novelties are the Android Auto support for WhatsApp calls, only available on the latest Samsung Galaxy and Pixel phones; At the same time, the media search bar has been improved.
Google also announced that soon the digital key support for Samsung and Xiaomi devices. In addition, Android Automotive will support HD maps in order to view more details of the roads such as the barriers or the signals themselves.
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