Google Android auto question s

[Firebird]

Sorry for my ignorance, but my window sticker says I have Google Android auto, what is this? What does it do? Is whatever it does useful? Thanks for any info and instructions for us technology challenged folks. (I grew up in the era of rotary phones and only 4 numbers to make a call)

 

[MADDOG]

Your dealer should have spent the time to familarize you with all the features on your vehicle. Shame on them for not doing so.

Google Android Auto is a mobile app developed by Google to mirror features from an Android device (e.g., smartphone or tablet) to your vehicle's compatible in-dash information and entertainment head unit or to a dashcam.

Once an Android device is paired with the head unit, the system mirrors qualified apps from the device to the vehicle's display, with a simple, driver-friendly user interface.

Supported apps include GPS mapping/navigation, music playback, SMS, telephone, and web search. The system supports both touchscreen and button-controlled head unit displays, although hands-free operation through voice commands is encouraged for safety reasons.

 

[Hootbro]

Given what you have stated, find a friend or family member that is more tech savy on this stuff to help you in person as you are gonna struggle.

 

[18ram18]

One other thing.....make sure your phone is connected via cable to the head unit or they wont interact when using android auto.

 

[PowrRam]

Sorry for my ignorance, but my window sticker says I have Google Android auto, what is this? What does it do?

You need to download the Android Auto app from the Google Play store onto your phone. You need to run a USB cord from one of the USB outlets to your phone.

Once you've got it connected Android Auto will let you "mirror" some Google functions to your truck's screen. For example, you can use Google Maps and Navigation on your phone and they will show up on your truck's screen. Besides maps and navigation the most useful function I've found is hands-free texting. Starting in 2018, with the UConnect system you can only make "canned" or predetermined replies to text messages, like "yes", "no", "I can't talk right now", "I'm running late", etc. But with Android Auto connected you can text anything you want. You can also have Google Music stream music to your stereo (but watch out for data useage charges.) You can ask Google Assistant questions.

Basically you can use the voice commands of Google while driving.

 

[cory733]

Which head units support Android Auto? Is this something aftermarket?

 

[Brianmp01]

Which head units support Android Auto? Is this something aftermarket?

I believe it 2018 and up have android auto

 

[Firebird]

Thanks, I will see if my son can help me the next time he visits.

 

[sawz]

@Firebird what type of phone do you have? Android Auto will only work with Android based phones. Apple Car Play works with iPhones. Your radio should have both available.

 

[Firebird]

@Firebird what type of phone do you have? Android Auto will only work with Android based phones. Apple Car Play works with iPhones. Your radio should have both available.

I have a Google Android phone

 

[Michael Fendley]

Firebird, where are you located? I have Android Auto working pretty well with my 2018 Power Wagon; I expect our setups would be pretty similar.

 

[Firebird]

Firebird, where are you located? I have Android Auto working pretty well with my 2018 Power Wagon; I expect our setups would be pretty similar.

Tallahassee Florida

 

[Michael Fendley]

Tallahassee Florida

I live in St Marys, GA but work in Jacksonville, FL. Maybe we could meet halfway, and I could get you all set up.

 

[Firebird]

I live in St Marys, GA but work in Jacksonville, FL. Maybe we could meet halfway, and I could get you all set up.

Thanks for the offer, I may do that. Will check my calendar tomorrow.