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But it could soon change. Google is testing a new function that would allow users to Tap the name of the song or the artist they want to listen to. Provided that the car is stopped, of course.

Android Auto: Google secretly deploys this feature that everyone will love

Android Auto is excellent in what he does, but he has a major defect that annoys everyone. It does not allow you to search for a song, an album, an artist or a specific playlist without going through Google Assistant. Good news, it will soon change.

As you know, Android Auto is a system that allows you to use your smartphone on your car screen. It allows you to listen to music, navigate, communicate and even more when you are driving. But it is not perfect and it lacks an essential feature: the possibility of looking for a song, an album, an artist or a specific playlist in musical streaming applications.

Android Auto: Soon musical search at your fingertips

Currently, to listen to a song on Android Auto, You must use Google Assistant. It must be told the name of the song, the artist, the application and pray so that he understands well. Otherwise, you have to be satisfied with suggestions or playlists offered by applications. Keyboard entry is not possible on Android Auto, for safety reasons.

But it could soon change. Google is testing a new function that would allow users to Tap the name of the song or the artist they want to listen to. Provided that the car is stopped, of course.

A research icon would appear at the top of the screen, in all musical applications compatible with Android Auto, as Spotify, YouTube Music and others. The entry would be similar to that of navigation applications, which locks when the car begins to move.

This feature was discovered with the beta 10 version.2 of Android self recently released, but beware, the icon does not always appear. It would therefore seem that Google is still in the test phase and that it is gradually activating functionality, for some users.

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Android Auto is filling up with new products with the Google I/O 2023

Google took advantage of the Google I/O 2023 to reveal new features to come on Android Auto and on board connected cars that embark the Google services. We take stock together.

Android Auto is filling up with new products with the Google I/O 2023

As you may know, Google gave its new Google I/O 2023 conference this Wednesday, May 10, 2023. The Mountain View firm took advantage of this event to lift the veil on its future products, starting with the Pixel 7a, its next mid -range, the Pixel Tablet without forgetting the Pixel Fold, its first folding smartphone.

But that’s not all, since the American company has also unveiled Unpublished features to come on Android Auto And on board Google Built-in connected cars (NLDR: which have Google services on their infotainment screen).

The new Android Auto design will arrive by the end of 2023

First of all, Google confirms that the new Android Auto design will gradually be deployed to all users By the end of 2023. The multitasking will be at the center of this remained interface, to access your media, GPS, your favorite messages and apps simultaneously. Google also takes the opportunity to announce a collaboration with Microsoft Teams, Webex by Cisco and Zoom. The idea ? Allow users to join audio conferences Without getting your eyes off.

The company then evokes Google Built-in connected cars (models that can be found at Renault, Chevrolet, Honda, Polestar or Volvo). According to Google, their number will almost double by the end of 2023, This is why the company wants to continue to strengthen the experience offered.

YouTube and Waze land on cars with integrated Google

Thus, partner car manufacturers can now integrate YouTube into their infotainment system. Polestar and Volvo have already deployed software updates to install the video platform in their compatible vehicles.

Google Assistant will also take more importance. Indeed, Google AI will generate intelligent and relevant suggestions which will allow you to quickly respond to your messages and notifications with a single type on the screen.

Other good news, Google brings waze on more cars. Already available on Android Auto, the famous mapping application will land on Google Built-in cars. The Mountain View firm also mentions new features for electric cars owners.

After the announcements relating to Google Maps, Waze will in turn accommodate tools dedicated to electric models On Android Auto and cars with integrated Google. From now on, you can search for the charging stations for VE which correspond to your type of catch near you or along your route – all validated by the Waze community.

Upcoming optimized games

We continue with announcements for players. The Gamesnacks application, which offers several optimized games for infotainment screens, will land in Google Built-in cars. “” “Drivers will soon be able to access popular titles such as Beach Buggy Racing 2, Solitaire FRVR and My Talking Tom Friends of publishers such as Vector Unit, FRVR and Outfit7limited ”, written google.

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