Maps, Android Auto and Google

Android Auto's new centered Maps view is a real headache for drivers
Android Auto's great for plenty of reasons, but personally, I rely on it for navigation more than anything else. Responding to messages or controlling media playback is all icing
Google just made an irksome change to Maps on Android Auto
The latest update to Android Auto has made a slight UI change to Google Maps. The change is now causing some issues.
A recent Android Auto update has messed with Google Maps, and users aren’t happy about it
A recent Android Auto update has altered the way Google Maps looks Defaulting to a centered view is making it difficult to see live location Workaround requires closing the search bar, which is irritating and distracting Google has recently updated its Google Maps software on vehicle head units and infotainment systems that are compatible with Android Auto,
Google will now automatically revoke permissions from harmful Android apps
Google’s malware scanning Play Protect service will now automatically turn off an Android app’s permissions if it’s potentially harmful. The feature is designed to prevent malicious apps from having access to your phone’s storage, photos, camera, and more.
Google Maps update looks just a little bit worse on most Android Auto screens
The latest update to Android Auto, v13.6, doesn’t change this behavior, nor it is the cause. In our testing, we found the centered UI to be live on Android Auto v13.4, but it only showed up after updating to the latest Google Maps version.
An Android Auto UI tweak centers the Google Maps arrow, frustrating users
The Google Maps app for Android Auto now centers your arrow on the map, making it tricky to see behind the large destination box.
Google can now auto-disable permissions from risky Android apps
Google Play Protect is getting even more powerful, with new features designed to keep your Android device safe from malware and scams. One major update is the ability to automatically disable an app's permissions if it's deemed potentially harmful.
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Android Auto Users Discover That an Essential Feature Is Gone Overnight
Users complain that they can no longer answer calls using the dedicated button on the steering wheel; this behavior appeared ...
Android Auto sounds like it's having a bit of a slump
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This new adapter means you may not need an aux cable anymore
The PlayAIBox lets you connect your Android or iPhone to your car wirelessly, and it's on sale for $89.99 (reg. $129).
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The Android 15 Struggle Continues on Android Auto With Connection Problems
Users who updated their Google Pixels to the latest version of the operating system claim Android Auto no longer launches in ...
Drivers fuming over ‘nonsense’ change to Google Maps affecting their car digital screen
AN update to Android Auto is driving users round the bend by making it hard to see the full view on Google Maps. Android ...
If you've got an older car, this $100 wireless adapter could be a quick upgrade
The Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Wireless Adapter — on sale for $99.99 — lets you connect your phone to your car wirelessly.
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New App Launches on Android Auto and CarPlay With Waze-Inspired Features
KanDrive is an application developed by the Kansas Department of Transportation that has now landed in the car with Android ...