Google details Android Auto makeover, split-screen is the new norm

Among the many announcements at this year’s I/O conference, Google detailed the new look of Android Auto coming to all users starting later this summer. The big change is that the UI will now adapt to the various car screen sizes and orientations with a default split-screen look. The goal is to give drivers fast and easy control over the three most used aspects of AA – maps, media controls and messaging.

Google Assistant, notifications and your apps library will be easily accessible on the dock and depending on if your car has a portrait or widescreen car screen the dock will be either on the bottom or at the side closest to the steering wheel. The Assistant now offers quick responses to your conversations, as well as options for sharing your expected arrival time with contacts.

Cars with built-in Android Auto OS like some of Volvo, Ford and GMC’s newer models will get added benefits while the car is parked. You can use the web browser to access YouTube, Tubi, and Epix Now videos on your car’s screen.

Google also shared it’s working to bring more video content and the ability to cast your videos to your car display.

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