To use Android Auto in the car, you need the system to be built-in. What isn’t? AutoZen is a great alternative that you can run on your Android mobile: interface almost identical to Android Automuch more customizable, versatile and perfect for avoiding distractions while driving.
Using your mobile phone in the car as a navigation assistant is simple, all you need is a suitable support and to open applications such as Google Maps or Waze. And what if you wanted a suitable entertainment system? Android Auto comes to the rescue. And not having it in the car is not a problem either: it is possible to activate an old tablet or an old mobile phone as an Android Auto screen. There are also other alternatives, even better than Google’s system.
AutoZen, an alternative to Android Auto with more customization options
This is not the first time we talk about this application, since we dedicated an article to it four years ago, but it has evolved so much that it is worth recommending it again. Because AutoZen can completely replace Android Autosupports more ways to customize appearance and functions, comes with a standard navigation app, and even offers speed camera warning. Built-in.
AutoZen is an application that mimics the interface of a car console: large navigation menu, responsive icon drawerreading and screen widgets for the main app. It doesn’t stray too far from Android Auto itself, so it doesn’t require too much learning either. And it moves much faster: that’s one of the big differences.
Very customizable interface, fast, clear, with many more options than Android Auto… Even if it also has drawbacks:
- AutoZen only supports its own navigation application in the interface. If you want Google Maps or Waze you will have to open them in parallel.
- The built-in map application has limited functionality.
- It only supports two fixed addresses: home and work.
- Some features require a Premium subscription.
It works really well, it is the best alternative to Android Auto in app form. It works as an app and also supports using it as a launcher, making it easy to return to AutoZen from another app, such as Google Maps. Receives messages, supports voice response and direct communication with the assistant: just press the microphone and AutoZen will allow you to call any contact for example.
AutoZen is a free app that, without a fee, seems somewhat limited. With the premium version, it is a complete replacement for Android Auto: the developer keeps it up to date and constantly evolving. Whether you have Android Auto or not, AutoZen is worth a try.
Cover image | Ivan Linares
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