Android Auto
Car technology I'm thankful and unthankful for
Here's what we appreciate, and the things that need rethinking.
Plex for Android Auto simplifies server-based music streaming
Next you fire up Android Auto, you'll have the option to stream your Plex music library.
Google finally integrates Waze into Android Auto
The app works nearly as well as it does on your phone.
Tesla music streaming service? What's Elon Musk thinking?
Going up against Spotify or Apple Music is no small task.
VW spends big to team with Mobvoi and make in-car AI less terrible
Yes, Mobvoi is the smartwatch maker.
The government wants phone makers to create an Airplane Mode for drivers
This will force you to put your phone down when you're behind the wheel.
Google is making Android Auto available in any car
Android Auto is available for users running Android 5.0 or higher.
How can automakers fix the infotainment problem?
Tech is at the center of most new cars, but it's still giving owners trouble.
Honda nav concept replaces head unit with Android phone
The carmaker has partnered with Drivemode to create a concept vehicle that completely replaces the head unit with a phone and a free app.
2016 Technology of the Year Finalist: Android Auto
With Android Auto, it's possible to harness the power of your Google-powered smartphone and use it in your car in a way that doesn't distract the driver.
Ford improves Sync 3 with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Ford will add Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a bunch of new apps to 2016 and later vehicles equipped with Sync 3.
Google, Apple poised to lead electric car field, Morgan Stanley says
An analyst says Asian electronics suppliers expect big growth in camera, sensors, and displays in vehicles. That could put Apple and Google in the lead.
How would you end distracted driving?
Driving while one's attention is drawn elsewhere isn't a dilemma exclusive to modern motoring, but the issue is undoubtedly more problematic than ever before. If legislators, car companies, and smartphone designers can't come up with a viable solution, what's the real fix?
2016 Tech of the Year | Autoblog Minute
Deliberation on the winners of Autoblog's Tech of the Year Award is under way. Nominees for best car in 2016 are: the Tesla Model S, the Chevy Volt and the BMW 7 series. Nominees for best tech in 2016 are: Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, VW's MiB II with AppConnect, Ford Sync 3, Audi Virtual Cockpit, the Smart Cross Connect App, and Volvo Sensus. Autoblog's Chris McGraw reports on this edition of Autoblog Minute.
What driving data is Android Auto collecting from us?
Porsche allegedly doesn't offer Android Auto in the refreshed 911 out of privacy concerns, but Google maintains that it's not collecting much of this information.
Chevy's Android Auto update will reach cars in March
Chevy says its Android Auto update will reach its cars in March, starting with those that have 8-inch MyLink touchscreen systems
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