AAWireless TWO+ brings its wireless Android Auto and CarPlay dual adapter to Amazon
After launching in October, AAWireless TWO+ is now available for purchase via Amazon.
Expand Expanding Close
Report: Tesla is working on adding CarPlay support, but ignoring Android Auto
Tesla has among the most popular electric vehicles on the market, but the company has always avoided support for Google’s Android Auto and Apple’s CarPlay. Now, Tesla is apparently considering a change, but ignoring Google’s side.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s how fast AAWireless TWO+ switches between wireless Android Auto and CarPlay [Video]
AAWireless TWO+ is finally here to bring CarPlay support to what we think is the best wireless Android Auto adapter, and the way and speed at which it works is part of what makes it stand out from the crowd.
Expand Expanding CloseAAWireless TWO+ turns wired Android Auto and CarPlay wireless, available today
After a soft launch earlier this year, AAWireless TWO+ is now available as the company’s first wireless adapter fully ready for both Android Auto and CarPlay.
Expand Expanding CloseApple’s latest CarPlay update revives something Android Auto did right 10 years ago [Gallery]
Alongside iOS 26 and a plethora of other updates previewed at WWDC earlier this week, Apple also showed off new improvements to CarPlay which feel familiar, mostly because they feel like bringing the original Android Auto experience into the modern era.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps lets you customize your car icon on Android Auto and CarPlay – how to do it
New updates to Google Maps have made it possible to show a custom car icon during navigation through both Android Auto and CarPlay. Here’s how it works.
Expand Expanding Close
GM kills third-party kit that brought Android Auto and CarPlay to its EVs
GM has been adamant in its decision to remove Android Auto and Apple CarPlay from its vehicles, and now the automaker has killed a third-party kit that made it possible to still use those platforms.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps for CarPlay fixes route previews in latest update
A frustrating bug in Google Maps for CarPlay has left users without the typical route preview before starting turn-by-turn navigation – thankfully, it’s been fixed.
Expand Expanding CloseWaze for CarPlay update makes it easier to navigate home, work, or to search
A new update to the Waze app on Apple CarPlay is making it much easier to navigate home or to work with just the press of a single button.
Expand Expanding CloseGM’s mission to eliminate Android Auto and CarPlay has been thwarted by this clever third-party kit [Gallery]
GM has made its stance clear on the future of equipping its vehicles with Android Auto and CarPlay. It won’t be. However, a clever third-party kit promises to restore the functionality.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps adding incident reports on Apple CarPlay, but still not on Android Auto
Google Maps, like Waze, supports user-based reports of incidents such as crashes, road conditions, and police speed traps, and support for that functionality is finally showing up on CarPlay.
Expand Expanding Close
How to turn off Google Maps 3D buildings on Android Auto and CarPlay
Google Maps has long featured the ability to show buildings in 3D while navigating, but recently started rolling out that view to its Android Auto and CarPlay experiences. Here’s how to disable that.
Expand Expanding CloseComment: Google Maps for CarPlay is a disaster compared to the Android Auto app
Google Maps is perhaps one of the most widely used applications on the planet and, as such, even minor changes to its design are super important. But, on Apple’s CarPlay, Google Maps is in need of a massive overhaul, because it’s a bit of a dumpster fire.
Expand Expanding CloseAAWireless, an adapter for wireless Android Auto, is testing support for Apple CarPlay
Wireless adapters for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay have become incredibly common, but options that can handle both platforms are pretty rare. Now, AAWireless is adding support for wireless Apple CarPlay alongside wireless Android Auto through a new beta.
Expand Expanding CloseMazda brings touchscreen to 2024 CX-5, improving Android Auto and CarPlay
Android Auto and CarPlay continue to be a huge selling point for new cars, but for years now, many Mazda cars have lacked the touchscreen needed to really enjoy those infotainment experiences. With the 2024 Mazda CX-5, a touchscreen is on the way.
Expand Expanding CloseGM doubles down on its decision to ditch Android Auto and CarPlay
GM has been under fire lately for its decision to pull the plug on Android Auto and CarPlay in its coming electric vehicles, and in a new interview, the company is doubling down on that decision, saying that its built-in OS can be even better than the current projection systems.
Expand Expanding Close
Google Maps having widespread issues with voice search on CarPlay
Google Maps relies on voice search, opting to keep you safe while on your drive. Unfortunately, it looks like the voice search feature in Google Maps for CarPlay is breaking for a number of users, only working after multiple attempts.
Expand Expanding Close
Waze appears to be struggling with performance issues on Android Auto and CarPlay
Google’s other navigation app, Waze, is an incredibly helpful way to stay informed on your route, but lately, the app has been suffering from lag issues on Android Auto and CarPlay for some.
Expand Expanding CloseStudy claims Android Auto, Apple CarPlay are more distracting than texting while driving
Google’s Android Auto and Apple’s CarPlay systems have become important tools for accessing maps and music while in the car, but could they be doing more harm than good? I’d argue they’re the best way to access needed smartphone functions while behind the wheel, but a study claims that Android Auto and CarPlay could be a considerable distraction.