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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra May Support Car Crash Detection via Virtual Sensor: Report
Samsung Galaxy S25 series is expected to be unveiled at the rumoured Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event on January 22. Ahead of its impending debut, a report suggests that the purported Galaxy S25 Ultra may come with car crash detection capability, similar to Apple's iPhone and Google's Pixel smartphones. This is said to work via a virtual composite senso...
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Google Reportedly Developing Motion Cues Feature to Tackle Vehicle Motion Sickness
Google might be developing a new feature to tackle potential motion sickness when using Android smartphones in vehicles during transit, according to a report. It is said to have been discovered during an APK teardown of the latest version of the Google Play Services app. While third-party apps to prevent car sickness are available on the Google Pla...
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Google Could Add “Satellite SOS” Feature for Pixel Phones Soon
Multiple Google Pixel phone users have spotted a new "Satellite SOS" option under the Safety & emergency option in the Settings section. It appears between Emergency SOS and Car Crash Detection options. However, taping on the Satellite SOS does not take any action currently.
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Google Maps, Assistant Could Arrive in Porsche Cockpits as Carmaker Considers Software Integration
Google and its suit of apps could be arriving to Porsche cars. A source close to the automotive company said that Porsche was considering fully integrating Google software into its car cockpit. If the integration goes ahead, it will enable Porsche customers access to Google applications like Google Maps and Google Assistant without needing to conne...
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CES 2023: Google Showcases Updated Android Auto App With Material You Redesign
Android Auto app is finally receiving the new Material You design. The new update brings in a redesigned UI and exciting features like Coolwalk UI for all car head units, sharing digital car keys, and more. First previewed at Google I/O, Android Auto was showcased at the ongoing CES 2023.
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Google Pixel's Car Crash Detection, Other Safety Features Heading to More Android Phones: Report
Google's Pixel devices offer a car crash detection feature that uses sensors of the phone to determine if you've been in an accident with the help of location and audio. This feature could soon make its way to other Android smartphones. Crisis alerts and safety check features are also reportedly coming to non-Pixel phones.
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Android Auto New Interface, Suggested Replies Soon; Cars With Google Built-In to Get YouTube, Other Video Streaming Apps
Android Auto will soon have a new interface, and Google Assistant’s contextual suggestions feature. The company will also release YouTube and casting features to cars that have Google built-in in the coming months.
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Apple CarPlay vs. Android Auto, Which One is Better?
With the digitization of almost every industry now, the automobile industry does not lag behind.
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Google Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro December Feature Drop With Digital Car Key Support Rolling Out: Report
Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro have reportedly started receiving the December Feature Drop update that was announced last week. It brings features like digital car key support in certain regions, Quick Tap to Snap feature, and improvements to Now Playing and Recorder. Google is also extending support for car crash detection to France, Italy, and Ta...
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Google Photos for Android Gets New Memories Collections, Fresh Widget
Google has added new features to Android. With the update, when users log in to Google Photos from their Android devices, they will see a Memories collection with a curated selection of photos and videos from their past holidays and events. New widgets are also coming to YouTube Music, Google Play Books, and Google Photos apps on Android.
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Android Auto Update to Bring Smart Replies Feature, Digital Car Key, Always-On Music Button, More
Android Auto will soon be getting a bunch of new features where users will be able to send quick replies to messages using the in-car touchscreen. Furthermore, Google also mentions that Android Auto can be set to launch automatically and will come with the digital car key feature for certain BMW vehicles.
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Spotify Is Retiring Car View Feature, Reportedly Testing TikTok-Like Video Feed in App
Spotify is retiring the Car View feature that allowed users to control music playback easily while driving. Spotify is also said to be working on a TikTok-like vertical video feed in its app that is likely based on Canvas feature.
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Apple CarPlay and Android Auto: What Are They and How Do They Work?
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto allow users to have their smartphone mirrored on compatible entertainment systems in vehicles, enabling enhanced connectivity and safety even while driving or riding. Here’s all you need to know about the connectivity standards.
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Volvo's EV Brand Polestar Goes Public Via SPAC At A Value Of $20 Billion
Polestar has already delivered 10,000 vehicles and has started operations in several markets that are critical to EVs.
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Honda Will Start Using Android Automotive OS Starting From 2022 Onwards
For instance, the car's heating system and telematics suite can be integrated using Android automotive, something that Android Auto cannot do.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra May Support Car Crash Detection via Virtual Sensor: Report
Samsung Galaxy S25 series is expected to be unveiled at the rumoured Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event on January 22. Ahead of its impending debut, a report suggests that the purported Galaxy S25 Ultra may come with car crash detection capability, similar to Apple's iPhone and Google's Pixel smartphones. This is said to work via a virtual composite senso...
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Google Reportedly Developing Motion Cues Feature to Tackle Vehicle Motion Sickness
Google might be developing a new feature to tackle potential motion sickness when using Android smartphones in vehicles during transit, according to a report. It is said to have been discovered during an APK teardown of the latest version of the Google Play Services app. While third-party apps to prevent car sickness are available on the Google Pla...
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Google Could Add “Satellite SOS” Feature for Pixel Phones Soon
Multiple Google Pixel phone users have spotted a new "Satellite SOS" option under the Safety & emergency option in the Settings section. It appears between Emergency SOS and Car Crash Detection options. However, taping on the Satellite SOS does not take any action currently.
-
Google Maps, Assistant Could Arrive in Porsche Cockpits as Carmaker Considers Software Integration
Google and its suit of apps could be arriving to Porsche cars. A source close to the automotive company said that Porsche was considering fully integrating Google software into its car cockpit. If the integration goes ahead, it will enable Porsche customers access to Google applications like Google Maps and Google Assistant without needing to conne...
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CES 2023: Google Showcases Updated Android Auto App With Material You Redesign
Android Auto app is finally receiving the new Material You design. The new update brings in a redesigned UI and exciting features like Coolwalk UI for all car head units, sharing digital car keys, and more. First previewed at Google I/O, Android Auto was showcased at the ongoing CES 2023.
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Google Pixel's Car Crash Detection, Other Safety Features Heading to More Android Phones: Report
Google's Pixel devices offer a car crash detection feature that uses sensors of the phone to determine if you've been in an accident with the help of location and audio. This feature could soon make its way to other Android smartphones. Crisis alerts and safety check features are also reportedly coming to non-Pixel phones.
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Android Auto New Interface, Suggested Replies Soon; Cars With Google Built-In to Get YouTube, Other Video Streaming Apps
Android Auto will soon have a new interface, and Google Assistant’s contextual suggestions feature. The company will also release YouTube and casting features to cars that have Google built-in in the coming months.
-
Apple CarPlay vs. Android Auto, Which One is Better?
With the digitization of almost every industry now, the automobile industry does not lag behind.
-
Google Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro December Feature Drop With Digital Car Key Support Rolling Out: Report
Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro have reportedly started receiving the December Feature Drop update that was announced last week. It brings features like digital car key support in certain regions, Quick Tap to Snap feature, and improvements to Now Playing and Recorder. Google is also extending support for car crash detection to France, Italy, and Ta...
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Google Photos for Android Gets New Memories Collections, Fresh Widget
Google has added new features to Android. With the update, when users log in to Google Photos from their Android devices, they will see a Memories collection with a curated selection of photos and videos from their past holidays and events. New widgets are also coming to YouTube Music, Google Play Books, and Google Photos apps on Android.
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Android Auto Update to Bring Smart Replies Feature, Digital Car Key, Always-On Music Button, More
Android Auto will soon be getting a bunch of new features where users will be able to send quick replies to messages using the in-car touchscreen. Furthermore, Google also mentions that Android Auto can be set to launch automatically and will come with the digital car key feature for certain BMW vehicles.
-
Spotify Is Retiring Car View Feature, Reportedly Testing TikTok-Like Video Feed in App
Spotify is retiring the Car View feature that allowed users to control music playback easily while driving. Spotify is also said to be working on a TikTok-like vertical video feed in its app that is likely based on Canvas feature.
-
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto: What Are They and How Do They Work?
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto allow users to have their smartphone mirrored on compatible entertainment systems in vehicles, enabling enhanced connectivity and safety even while driving or riding. Here’s all you need to know about the connectivity standards.
-
Volvo's EV Brand Polestar Goes Public Via SPAC At A Value Of $20 Billion
Polestar has already delivered 10,000 vehicles and has started operations in several markets that are critical to EVs.
-
Honda Will Start Using Android Automotive OS Starting From 2022 Onwards
For instance, the car's heating system and telematics suite can be integrated using Android automotive, something that Android Auto cannot do.
