Android Auto redesign: split-screen mode for navigation and Media controls
In the course of the much anticipated Google I/O 2022, a lot of tweaks and details were revealed about some soon to debut devices and of course some amazing software. One of which is the Android Auto redesign. The feature is coming in with a split-screen mode for enhanced navigation and media controls.
The Android Auto is a system that is designed to limit the interactions on your smartphone while you are on the road. And before the just concluded conference, there was a new Android Auto update gifted to Android auto users that enables one-tap message replies. Adding to this sleek package, Google has added a unique Android Auto redesign. Good job from Google making driving easier with fantastic effects.
What does Android Auto Redesign bring?
The new Android Auto redesign with the codename Coolwalk can adapt to different varieties of Android Auto compatible vehicle screen sizes. The redesign is based on a three-card system of which one is dedicated to mapping and navigation, the second is for music and other audio controls and the last is for contextual suggestions from the Assistant.
With the new feature, you can view an analog Material You clock with date, and trip ETAs which can be shared with your contacts, incoming text notifications as well as missed calls. Adding to this, you still get the one-tap message characteristic of which you get on-screen response suggestions plus emojis and chatting features to attend to messages received.
One other plus to this Android Auto Redesign is an enhanced UI enabling the users to view the phone signal, time, battery status, notifications, Assistant as well as buttons for opening the app grid. Apart from the new redesign, Google mentioned adding YouTube while we still expect a video streaming app from Tubi Tv and Epix. According to the company, this addition will come in handy while charging or in making use of waiting time.
Furthermore, there is an adaptable interface for 5 to 6 inches car screen size to enable split-screen mode and also enhance multitasking which was kind of like an issue on widescreens. The Big G is aimed at making the Android Auto Redesign a long-lasting feature as car screen sizes are becoming more ever-present.
