In this video I show you how to get Android Auto in any car. And its just an app…
Theres a greta new app called AutoMate and this app makes your phones screen look just like Android Auto which for someone who drives a lot is great and way cheaper than getting a new stereo system.
Below is a link to the Google+ Community page which you need to be a part of. Have fun.
Google+ Link: http://goo.gl/mg9pAZ
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might as well use google maps.
You should do an update.
Nice App!
But can do better with:
Features like tinting the display to match in-dashboard light colors + Option to display and speak the weather at My Current Location on demand on tap like how it is on Car Home Ultra + Option to organise Favourite apps as folders + Option for Backup & Restore Settings when moving in between different Android Devices…
Interesting app but if you stopped for breath now and again and let my brain catch up it would be a lot more informative.
I just started using it, this app still requires a lot of work lol
Does this give you voice prompts at turn points the same way Google Maps does on your phone? Also, can you play music and it gives a prompt and exits back to the music?
this is great
When I use this on my tablet in the car I then don’t have my phone contacts. Any ideas?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/general/paid-software/android-4-1-headunit-android-auto-t3125252
But can you play mp3s from your SD card??
its a great app, but drain to much battery :/ hope they update it
This is what Android Auto should’ve been able to do from the start. For all those who don’t have a compatible car or third party unit it should’ve been able to run on the phone. This is a great app and though it still is in beta it shows loads of potential.
Btw, would you mind telling me what car holder you’re using in your video? Is it a universal one or made specifically for your phone model? If it is universal, is it any good?
Will this work on a tablet with out internet or WiFi?
Mallory Knox, hell yes.
What is the advantage of using this instead of the native maps or music app?
Thanks for the heads up, very clean no convoluted review. +REP @ Rene Bernadio I to was looking to upgrade my Mazda RX8 stereo deck with a new head unit. After review the cost ($200-600) and loss of my 6 disc changer seemed like a NO deal. Also stumbled on some nice Bluetooth kits with factory harnesses built in at a fraction of the cost $150 with CD quality. Most found on Amazon.com like Isimple/Grom audio/ OR http://www.gtacarkits.com/. Hope this helps anyone in similar situation…Keep the information flowing freely !
Thanks for the video. I can see Google buying these developers out and this being part of future Android OS releases 🙂
Hey Great review of the App.
But I like your smartphone stand though, kinda eye catchy. Can you please tell me what is it? and from where did you buy that!?
Thanks in Advance..
Hi thanks for the wonderful video.
Pls adv the to download the app. Thanks.
Yet another illegal app. If you touch that phone it is illegal, even if you use it for music or navigation. Touch a phone in a car is illegal even if you are stopped, if the engine is running. Touching a phone is illegal, touching a radio or sat nav isn’t but could be if it distracts you from driving.
I’ve been looking for an Android Auto receiver for my car, but I might go with this instead. Thanks.
This is pretty good. I recently installed my 4G LTE in my car to replace my headunit. Having this app eliminates having to do too much customization just to get the simple and natural car things going. For example, less time setting up Tasker to enable certain features when your car comes on. I’ll have to try this out.
They don’t get it.
I drive like mad every day. I tried AutoMate. Icons/slider/touch points are too small when you are driving. Voice control does not make up for this.
A car app should have huge touch points so you don’t have to look a the screen to use the app.
how to play the music from the phone through the car speakers
Using a phone in the UK is illegal? 0_0
Will this work on a tablet with out internet or WiFi?
Thanks. I will check it out in a few days. I will keep you posted.
What a phone was used on the wideo?
I have android in any car already because I own a android smart phone. This is a bit misleading, it’s just an interface and I am not really seeing anything special over stock apps you can download.
You still need a bluetooth android supported stereo to connect to and get all functionality like steering controls, sound/calls through speakers.
The problem also with built in factory made dash style tablets is they will become obsolete very quickly and you will need to spend a crapload of money to replace them.
Ideally the best option is a removable face (which is the tablet) and the back part has all the wiring so you can switch out tablets quickly yourself if/when they die or need to upgrade.
Out of beta as of 12/28/15!
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bitspice.automate
CAN you suggest a good app apart from android auto through which we can screen mirror with car screen without internet?
You can force landscape mod using apps.
Toyota cars have not allowed android auto.
Does the application connect with the built-in stereo bluetooth, so the music is played directly through the car sound system?. I have a golf VI, and I wonder if it will work without having to install any adaptor or extra cable.
Thanks
Why is the text so tiny, yet surrounded by large open areas? And this is for car use?
They need to double or triple the font size so we can read it quickly at a glance while driving. How hard is that to do?
This is awesome. Would be great to be able to change the Maps provider to something else such as Waze.