Android Auto is finally nearing a rollout for a tool we first spotted nearly a year ago. With the latest update, Android Auto can check the quality of your USB cable to see if it’s causing you any ...

Android Auto is a helpful tool for connecting Android phones to a car's dashboard. The app can be used in a variety of ways, including playing music from streaming apps, using Google Maps for ...

Google’s Android Auto has become an important tool for many users and, soon, it may introduce a new “Connectivity Troubleshooter” which could make it easier to figure out problems with your connection ...

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are excellent vehicle infotainment systems that make it easier and safer to access various smartphone functions while driving. This includes everything from making calls ...

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At this point, using Android Auto in a car is possible in two different ways: wired and wirelessly, all depending on the head unit that is installed in the vehicle. Needless to say, the wireless ...

I’ve long believed that wired is superior to wireless in almost every instance, and it mostly is. You’ll get the best speeds when physically tethered to the wall while charging a phone. Ethernet is ...

The benefits of Android Auto wireless adapters are obvious. You cannot not love a wireless connection, as it helps you ditch cables and keep things organized in your car. Some cars come with Android ...

The ability to connect an Android smartphone to a vehicle's infotainment system has become a crucial factor for many people when considering a vehicle purchase. Android Auto, launched in 2015, has ...

This article was updated in December 2025. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto have been available for some time, but wireless connectivity has only recently become standard in new car models. This leaves ...

If you’re tired of having a tangle of phone cords on your old car’s console, there’s a good chance that your next set of wheels will let you cut the cords — both for charging and for integration into ...