Incorrect Google Maps Data Sends Hiker on Phantom Trail, Helicopter Saves the Day
15 Nov 2023, 08:35 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A hiker who thought it'd be clever to climb a mountain using Google Maps learned the hard way the app is only good for street use
Android Auto and CarPlay Have Already Won the Battle, Carmaker Says
15 Nov 2023, 08:05 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Volvo admitted in a recent interview that fighting against the Android Auto and CarPlay domination is the wrong strategy for carmakers
Android Auto Hits Another Roadblock, This Time Courtesy of Spotify
14 Nov 2023, 16:53 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Spotify no longer shows any available items in playlists when the application runs on Android Auto; the issue is slowly becoming more widespread
Florida Wants People Who Misuse AirTags to Spend 10 Years in Prison
14 Nov 2023, 14:44 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A new proposal could increase the penalty for using an AirTag for stalking; the current punishment includes a $500 fine and 60 days in prison
This 7-Inch Screen Brings Android Auto and CarPlay to Any Car With No Installation Costs
14 Nov 2023, 12:23 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A new device from Aussie company LASER allows users to connect their phones and get access to Android Auto and CarPlay in any car
Rivian 2023.42 Software Update Soft-Bricks EVs, Some Might Need Physical Repairs
14 Nov 2023, 10:25 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Rivian apologized for the botched 2023.42 software update, which left owners with a non-functional infotainment system that might require physical repairs
Android Auto Gets Critical VPN Fix, Update Required ASAP
13 Nov 2023, 19:12 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The search giant has recently confirmed that a bug breaking down Android Auto for Google One customers is fixed; the patch is included in latest update
Innovative Navigation App Brags About CarPlay Support, Maybe You'll Ditch Google Maps
13 Nov 2023, 18:30 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Scenic is one of the navigation applications supposed to provide you with navigation on a route that you'll eventually enjoy
Google Says It's Investigating Major Android Auto Bug Caused by Android 14
13 Nov 2023, 14:44 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The search giant has started looking into reports of broken Spotify on Android Auto after updating the smartphone to Android 14
Elon Musk Promised FSD V12 Will Roll Out 'In Two Weeks,' and We All Know What It Means
13 Nov 2023, 14:07 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Asked when Tesla customers should expect FSD V12, Elon Musk replied with a tongue-in-cheek "About 2 weeks," reviving an already famous timeframe
A New Navigation App Is Coming to CarPlay With Real-Time Weather and Waze-Like Alerts
12 Nov 2023, 19:09 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Journey Navigation promises a massive upgrade of the navigation experience with features you won't find elsewhere on iPhone and CarPlay
Google Maps Rival Gets Major Navigation Update on Android
12 Nov 2023, 17:46 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Sygic has recently announced a major update for Android users, with the interface getting a significant redesign for mobile users
Apple Working on Bringing the New Apple Maps Experience to Another Country
12 Nov 2023, 17:25 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The tech company has recently kicked off the image data collection in Malaysia, with the process scheduled to end next year
AirTag Rival Helps Catch Motorcycle Thieves Using Super-Clever Feature
11 Nov 2023, 17:00 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / It's not just AirTags: a Tile tracker helped the owner of a Yahama bike recover his stolen ride and arrest what turned out to be a serial thief
GM Believes Leaving CarPlay Behind Is Easier With Former Apple Employees
11 Nov 2023, 15:30 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The American carmaker hired four former Apple employees as it accelerates its efforts to abandon CarPlay in its future models
Good Guy Google Releases Android Auto 10.9, Here's How to Download It Right Now
11 Nov 2023, 13:29 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The very first beta of Android Auto 10.9 is now live, allowing users to test-drive the update before it reaches the broad availability phase
Tesla Is Preparing a Major Software Update Dedicated to Improving Vision Features
10 Nov 2023, 18:50 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / A Service Center representative allegedly said that Tesla will finally address the issues with the Tesla Vision system in an upcoming software update
Horrible Lag Is the Latest Headache for Android Auto Wireless Users
10 Nov 2023, 18:30 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Google users who try to run Android Auto wirelessly with a Pixel phone claim a recent update caused major lag problems in the car
First Impressions of V4 Tesla Superchargers Are Not Always Flattering
10 Nov 2023, 15:39 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / As Tesla opens the first Supercharger V4 stations in the US, owners get to see what is good and what is wrong with the upgraded chargers
Widespread Waze Bug Breaks Down the Navigation Voice
10 Nov 2023, 14:00 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / A new glitch hitting Waze causes the navigation voice to randomly change to a new setting; the bug appears to become widespread