5 Android Auto tips you should know
Android Auto is a smart way to use your phone in the car and keep you safe on the road. Android Auto gives you a simple and intuitive way to control your phone while you’re on the go. Here are some tips to get the most out of Android Auto.
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Android Auto Tips
Android Auto is a smart app that allows you to safely use your smartphone while on the road. The app connects to your car and gives you access to useful functions, such as navigation, music controls, voice search and more.
But did you know there are many more useful features and hidden tricks you can use to get even more out of Android Auto? Below we have listed a number of Android Auto tips that will help you get even more out of this handy app.
1. Make use of voice commands
Android Auto lets you perform voice searches while keeping your eyes on the road. For example, you can search for a specific song or artist, enter a navigation destination, or ask Google Assistant a question. For example, you can play music, get directions, send a message or make a call without taking their hands off the wheel.
To use voice commands, say “Hey Google” or tap the microphone on the Android Auto screen. You can also press and hold the voice command button on the steering wheel. Below you will find a number of examples that may follow:
- Say “call,” then a contact’s name or phone number.
- Say “message,” “text,” or “send a message to,” then say a contact’s name or phone number.
- Say “Take me home” or “Navigate to.” [locatie].
- Play my playlist [naam van playlist] off on Spotify.”
- Play [titel van boek] off to Audible.
- Play the latest episode of [naam van podcast] off.
2. Personalize the interface of Android Auto
Android Auto has a number of default settings, but you can also customize the app to your own preferences. You can change the background of the interface, rearrange the buttons and more.
Want to customize the apps on the Android Auto home screen? You will find the step-by-step plan for this here on Androidworld. To customize the wallpaper for Android Auto, you can watch this video.
3. Install useful Android Auto apps
The range of Android Auto apps in the Play Store is not very large, which makes sense because the system is designed to minimize distractions while driving. Yet there are a number of very good apps and Androidworld has of course made nice overviews of them.
For example, we have listed the best Android Auto apps for you on vacation, as well as the best Android Auto apps that let you send hands-free messages. Also, don’t forget to check out these 10 Android Auto apps.
4. View your smartphone notifications via Android Auto
Android Auto lets you manage your notifications while you’re on the go. On the home screen you will see an icon for notifications. By clicking this, you can see what notifications you’ve received and manage them without taking your eyes off the road.
However, it is important to limit the notifications to important messages, such as text messages or calls. It is better to stop somewhere at a gas station.
5. Using Android Auto wirelessly
Many cars are already equipped with Android Auto and Google’s smart software for the car ensures that you are no longer dependent on the mediocre software of the infotainment system in your car. Android Auto exists in both a wireless version and a version that allows you to connect to a USB port.
Unfortunately, there are still very few smartphones and cars that support Android Auto Wireless. But luckily you can already use Android Auto wirelessly thanks to the Dutch gadget AAWireless. The AAWireless is a device that you connect to the USB-A port of your car. Then it connects to your phone via Wi-Fi and you just have to get in and you can use Android Auto.
You can now purchase the AAWireless dongle for the new suggested retail price via the official webshop below. You can find more information about the wireless Android Auto adapter in these articles.
Buy AAWireless wireless Android Auto adapter
With this adapter and the accompanying app, you can make Android Auto wireless and you no longer have the hassle of cables.
€79.95
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