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    Google officially announces Android Auto for the Japanese market

    While Android Auto is readily available in more than 30 countries across the globe, Google has finally announced that the platform is finally available in Japan. The announcement from Google claims that Audi, Honda, Masserati and VW all have cars which feature Android Auto infotainment systems.
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    Google brings a podcast section to Android Auto's Google Play Music app

    A recent update for the Google Play Music app for Android Auto finally adds in a proper podcast section. It's unclear if this is an actual app update, or just a server side switch, but be sure to look out for the change
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    Google Maps app included in latest Android N Developer Preview is crashing on Android Auto

    Google has confirmed that the Google Maps app included in the latest version (v4.0) of Android N Developer Preview isn't compatible with Android Auto. The company says that "this issue will be fixed in the next update to Google Maps (9.31), expected in the coming weeks."
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    You can try Android Auto before you buy a new car thanks to the Android SDK

    Buying a new car is a big decision, and a lot of people are making those decisions based on whether or not they have a good infotainment system in place. While Android Auto might seem like the go-to choice for an Android user, it might not be for everyone. However, thanks to the Android SDK...
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    More Hyundai models are getting Android Auto via DIY upgrades

    Hyundai has announced that more of their existing car models are getting the ability to upgrade to a new dash platform powered by Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Compatible models include versions of the Sonata, Santa Fe, Genesis, Elantra GT, and Tucson that were released within the last couple...
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    Google shows off prototype Car OS in Maserati at Google I/O

    Google is showing off a cool car concept at Google I/O. It's an infotainment system based on Android. You may be wondering why this is a concept when Google makes Android Auto. That's because this is a full-fledged OS capable of many more things, and it also shows how a computing system that...
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    Waze for Android Auto shown off on video

    We've already heard that Waze will be making its way to Android Auto, but a new video has surfaced which shows a quick demo of the Wave Android Auto integration. The basic Wave navigation interface is present, but you are also able to see any incidents along your selected route - something...
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    Qualcomm partners with Google to help optimize their chips for Android Auto

    Qualcomm has previously announced they were jumping into the automobile market with the Snapdragon 820A and the Snapdragon 620A. Today though, we have learned that they are working closely with Google to help optimize their chips for Google's Android Auto platform.
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    Google says you'll be able to run Android Auto on your phone in the future

    A lot of people got excited about Android Auto when it was first announced but then lost interest when they learned that they couldn't install it from the Play Store onto their smartphone. This is confirmed to be changing in the future. Google says they will let those with compatible devices...
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    Hyundai will reportedly reveal a custom Android Auto app at Google I/O

    The Verge is reporting that Hyundai is working on a custom application for their automobiles that will be using Android Auto as their infotainment system. The application is said to give you access to Hyundai's roadside assistance and service appointment scheduling, a monthly vehicle report for...
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    Nat and Lo's latest video gives us a tour of the Android Auto research lab

    Nat and Lo are a duo of Googlers who started a video series to give us deeper looks inside the mega technology company. Their latest video takes us on a tour of Google's Android Auto research labs where the company undergoes tests and experiments to help shape Android Auto. The lab features car...
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    Beginner's Guide to Android Auto explains all the basics

    If you're interested in Android Auto and looking for somewhere to start with explanations and information, Android Authority has put together an "Everything you need to know" guide that offers a beginner's look.
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    Mercedes-Benz joins the Open Automative Alliance, paving the way for Android Auto in their cars

    One of the major car manufacturers in Germany is finally getting on the Android Auto train. The company has been added to the list of manufacturers in the Open Automotive Alliance. Their German neighbors BMW, however, are still notably missing. There is no information yet on the company's plans...
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    Google's Android Auto app is now available to download in Mexico

    There's a new addition to the countries that have the ability to download the Android Auto application. The company has quietly added Mexico the list at the very bottom of the Android Auto website.
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    Google adds 2016-2018 Kia car models to its Android Auto website

    Google's Android Auto landing page recently became the go-to spot for information about which cars have, and will have, Android Auto as their infotainment system. Google just updated this Android Auto landing page to include the 2016 through 2018 Kia automobiles that will have Android Auto as...
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    Google updates Android Auto to version 1.6, lets you browse your entire music collection and more

    If you're an Android Auto user then you'll have a brand new update with new features to look forward to soon. This update includes the following changes. . . - Improved phone-car connection reliability - Ability to browse your music collection without lockouts while vehicle is stopped -...
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    Google brings Android Auto to 18 new countries

    In a tweet, Google has just announced that Android Auto is now available in 18 new countries. The new countries included in this expansion are. . . - Argentina - Austria - Bolivia - Brazil - Switzerland - Chile - Colombia - Costa Rica - Dominican Republic - Ecuador - Guatemala -...
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    2016 Ford Escape will have Android Auto

    Ford has announced that their 2017 Ford Escape model will be arriving this May. The car will be supporting Android Auto as standard. Those with older Fords are still in line for an upgrade that will bring the Sync 3 platform with Android Auto later this year.
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    Android Auto Website update lists all car models that feature and Android Auto option

    An update to Google's Android Auto site now lists every single car model that comes with Android Auto pre-installed or has an option to upgrade to Android Auto. It's nice to see that there are over 100 different cars which support Android Auto already, but the list highlights the facts that a...
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    Acura's 2017 NSX will have Android as its base OS, with support for Android Auto

    Someone on /r/Android says they work for Acura and just went through training for the company's 2017 NSX vehicle. They are telling us that the car will have a full install of Android as its core OS and it will be able to run either Android Auto or Car Play on top of it.
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    Maserati Levante to sport Android Auto integration

    Maserati is the latest car manufacturer to add Android Auto to one of its new cars. The 2017 Maserati Levante will feature Android Auto integration with its 8.4-inch "high-resolution" SVGA display (that's 800 x 600 pixels for those keeping count).
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    Chevrolet says dealers can now upgrade select automobiles to Android Auto free of charge

    Back in September we learned that Chevrolet was going to be able to bring Android Auto to certain automobiles via a software update. The company has just announced that the software update is now available. If your Chevrolet vehicle has an 8" MyLink infotainment system installed, then you...
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    Android Auto coming to new Kia models in Europe this fall

    Kia has announced that it is planning to have Android Auto installed on its entire lineup by the end of 2017. Kia will kick things off by including Android Auto in the new Nitro in Europe during the third quarter of this year, followed by the Optima Plug-In Hybrid and Optima Sportswagon.
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    Music streaming app Deezer adds Android Auto support

    Deezer today released a new update. The music streaming service now supports Android Auto, so you have a safer and easier way to manage your tunes in the car.
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    Concept car from Honda lets you use your Android phone as a head unit

    Honda has partnered with Drivemode to create a concept car that will let you use your smartphone as the head unit for the car. It's basically just a dock that lets you mount your smartphone into it in landscape mode. Then with the help of an application, you'll have all the navigation apps and...
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