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Android Auto (Google Assistant) vs Apple Carplay (Siri)
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Google Maps on Android Auto to make navigating to EV chargers easier
The latest beta release of Android Auto shows that Google is working on making navigating to EV chargers easier. EV station filters will show up directly in Google Maps on Android Auto, and you'll be able to have it only show "Slow charge (up to 49kW)" or "Quick charge (50kW or higher)" stations.
There's also a customization menu, where you'll get even more granular control for your search results, being able to pick multiple options from "up to 9kW", "10 to 49kW", "50 to 149kW", "150 to 349kW", and "350kW and faster".
There will be a new EV charging payment filter as well, letting you choose which stations you get in the list based on what payment methods they accept. The specific list of payment methods you'll be able to filter by will of course be different in each country.
www.arenaev.com
The latest beta release of Android Auto shows that Google is working on making navigating to EV chargers easier. EV station filters will show up directly in Google Maps on Android Auto, and you'll be able to have it only show "Slow charge (up to 49kW)" or "Quick charge (50kW or higher)" stations.
There's also a customization menu, where you'll get even more granular control for your search results, being able to pick multiple options from "up to 9kW", "10 to 49kW", "50 to 149kW", "150 to 349kW", and "350kW and faster".
There will be a new EV charging payment filter as well, letting you choose which stations you get in the list based on what payment methods they accept. The specific list of payment methods you'll be able to filter by will of course be different in each country.
Google Maps on Android Auto to make navigating to EV chargers easier
A handy new set of filters is coming.
www.arenaev.com
Google Maps on Android Auto is making it easier to find the right EV stations for you
Google is working on making it easier to access EV charging station search filters on Maps for Android Auto.
www.androidauthority.com
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Google Maps on Android Auto to make navigating to EV chargers easier
The latest beta release of Android Auto shows that Google is working on making navigating to EV chargers easier. EV station filters will show up directly in Google Maps on Android Auto, and you'll be able to have it only show "Slow charge (up to 49kW)" or "Quick charge (50kW or higher)" stations.
There's also a customization menu, where you'll get even more granular control for your search results, being able to pick multiple options from "up to 9kW", "10 to 49kW", "50 to 149kW", "150 to 349kW", and "350kW and faster".
There will be a new EV charging payment filter as well, letting you choose which stations you get in the list based on what payment methods they accept. The specific list of payment methods you'll be able to filter by will of course be different in each country.
Google Maps on Android Auto to make navigating to EV chargers easier
A handy new set of filters is coming.
Google Maps on Android Auto is making it easier to find the right EV stations for you
Google is working on making it easier to access EV charging station search filters on Maps for Android Auto.www.androidauthority.com
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Google's Gemini AI is now rolling out to Android Auto
Google's Gemini AI is now rolling out to Android Auto in 45 languages. This will unfortunately take several months to complete, but once you get it, it will replace Google Assistant on Android Auto. Note that you need to have replaced Google Assistant with Gemini on your phone for the change to make it to Android Auto as well.
Google says Android Auto is available in "over 250 million cars on the road" today. Gemini will "continue to provide the hands-free features you rely on, but goes way further as a truly conversational AI assistant". You can talk to it naturally, as you would to a friend, and even have a back and forth conversation and get complex tasks done.
Gemini can help you add stops on your way, and it can give you insights from reviews and answer common questions about businesses so you know which to pick. It can also insert emoji into texts, and translate what you say in over 40 languages. It helps find information buried in your emails, and even provides a summary of your unread emails.
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Google's Gemini AI is now rolling out to Android Auto in 45 languages. This will unfortunately take several months to complete, but once you get it, it will replace Google Assistant on Android Auto. Note that you need to have replaced Google Assistant with Gemini on your phone for the change to make it to Android Auto as well.
Google says Android Auto is available in "over 250 million cars on the road" today. Gemini will "continue to provide the hands-free features you rely on, but goes way further as a truly conversational AI assistant". You can talk to it naturally, as you would to a friend, and even have a back and forth conversation and get complex tasks done.
Gemini can help you add stops on your way, and it can give you insights from reviews and answer common questions about businesses so you know which to pick. It can also insert emoji into texts, and translate what you say in over 40 languages. It helps find information buried in your emails, and even provides a summary of your unread emails.
Google's Gemini AI is now rolling out to Android Auto
The completion of the rollout will, however, take multiple months.
www.arenaev.com
Gemini is here for Android Auto: 5 things to try
Gemini is beginning to roll out in Android Auto. Here’s what to try.
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How to see iPhone Live Activities on car’s screen in iOS 26
Learn how to get active Live Activities from your iPhone apps on your car’s display when using wired or wireless CarPlay in iOS 26.
www.idownloadblog.com
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GM Adds Apple Music App to Cadillac and Chevy Models Following CarPlay Phase-Out
GM is adding an Apple Music app to select 2025 and newer Cadillac and Chevrolet models, allowing Apple Music content to be accessed through the vehicle's infotainment system. The Apple Music app will have all of the Apple Music features users have come to expect, such as access to curated...
www.macrumors.com
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GM Is Bringing Apple Music To Its Cars So Fewer People Will Complain About Not Having CarPlay
Read More: https://www.jalopnik.com/2053790/gm-brings-back-apple-music-evs/
Read More: https://www.jalopnik.com/2053790/gm-brings-back-apple-music-evs/
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Android Auto will support casting soon, redesigned music player coming too
According to a new report, Google is working on bringing support for casting to Android Auto. Once this is live, you will be able to cast from a phone or tablet to your car.
Android Automotive does have casting support built-in, so it's good to see this also heading to Android Auto (Android Automotive is the OS that some car makers preinstall into their vehicles).
The functionality was spotted in Android Auto 15.9.655104, which is the latest beta release. This contains some strings of code related to Google Cast.
Also coming is a redesign of the Android Auto media player, with many more elements of Google's Material 3 Expressive language.
www.arenaev.com
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According to a new report, Google is working on bringing support for casting to Android Auto. Once this is live, you will be able to cast from a phone or tablet to your car.
Android Automotive does have casting support built-in, so it's good to see this also heading to Android Auto (Android Automotive is the OS that some car makers preinstall into their vehicles).
The functionality was spotted in Android Auto 15.9.655104, which is the latest beta release. This contains some strings of code related to Google Cast.
Also coming is a redesign of the Android Auto media player, with many more elements of Google's Material 3 Expressive language.
Android Auto will support casting soon, redesigned music player coming too
It's unclear exactly when these new features will land, but they are already in the works.
www.arenaev.com
Android Auto update hints at Cast support, Material music player redesign [Gallery]
Google appears to be working on more Android Auto updates, including potential support for Cast and a redesign of the...
9to5google.com
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Apple's CarPlay Ultra to Expand to These Vehicle Brands Later This Year
Last year, Apple launched CarPlay Ultra, the long-awaited next-generation version of its CarPlay software system for vehicles. Nearly nine months later, CarPlay Ultra is still limited to Aston Martin's latest luxury vehicles, but that should change fairly soon. In May 2025, Apple said many other...
www.macrumors.com
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I've been using Android Auto for a month. Car only has wired, so first thing I did was pop in a wireless adaptor.
A few things I think could do with some work:
- Sending WhatsApp voice notes. This would be my number 1 upgrade. Surely this isn't difficult to implement?
- ability to scroll through (and read ) be read) old WhatsApp messages
- option to show lyrics on screen when playing YT music
A few things I think could do with some work:
- Sending WhatsApp voice notes. This would be my number 1 upgrade. Surely this isn't difficult to implement?
- ability to scroll through (and read ) be read) old WhatsApp messages
- option to show lyrics on screen when playing YT music
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Apple to Allow ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini in CarPlay
Apple is planning to bring new AI features to CarPlay, reports Bloomberg. Apple will allow third-party chatbot apps to integrate with CarPlay, so AI services like Claude, Gemini, and ChatGPT will be accessible in the car for the first time. CarPlay already supports third-party apps, but the...
www.macrumors.com
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Hope the next update brings car play. The tesla interface is good, but it's maps are lacking a bit and slow to update. I think Apple Carplay is better. 66% of people already have ios26 installed accourding to the latest reports
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iOS 26.4 Brings CarPlay Support for ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini
With iOS 26.4, CarPlay users will be able to use third-party chatbots with CarPlay. AI services like Claude, Gemini, and ChatGPT will be accessible through the CarPlay system for the first time. Apple's CarPlay Developer Guide [PDF] lists voice-based conversational apps as a supported app type...
www.macrumors.com
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Coming Soon: You'll Likely Be Able to Watch Video Through Apple CarPlay
A future iOS version will support Apple TV and other video sources on vehicles' built-in screens.
www.caranddriver.com
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WhatsApp is testing a new dedicated CarPlay app
WhatsApp is finally testing a standalone app for CarPlay users. The messaging service is now in its beta testing phase and is available via the TestFlight platform. Users with the new WhatsApp for CarPlay will be able to view chat lists, contact info, profile pictures, and call history.
Users can also start calls directly from their car screen, but sending messages is still only available via voice input due to safety reasons. The app also supports light and dark modes and can be configured to display a separate tab for unread chats.
www.arenaev.com
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WhatsApp is finally testing a standalone app for CarPlay users. The messaging service is now in its beta testing phase and is available via the TestFlight platform. Users with the new WhatsApp for CarPlay will be able to view chat lists, contact info, profile pictures, and call history.
Users can also start calls directly from their car screen, but sending messages is still only available via voice input due to safety reasons. The app also supports light and dark modes and can be configured to display a separate tab for unread chats.
WhatsApp is testing a new dedicated CarPlay app
It's currently in beta phase via the TestFlight platform.
www.arenaev.com
WhatsApp releases a native CarPlay app to iOS beta testers | WABetaInfo
WhatsApp beta is available for CarPlay on TestFlight with a native interface to access chats, contact info, and calls safety while driving.
wabetainfo.com