This took a while, but a new Android Auto update is finally available for download. Google has just pressed the go-ahead button for Android Auto 17.3, and the first users can get it through the Google Play Store as we speak.

Wireless Android Auto launches automatically on the dashboard and you're good to go. No cable. No fumbling to plug anything in. You don't even have to dig out your phone from your bag or pockets. But here's something most drivers don't realize: the "wireless" experience of Android Auto actually requires running two separate connections at the same time: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.

Immersive Navigation is Maps' biggest visual upgrade in a decade. Android Auto users can see 3D buildings, lanes, trees, and more. The mode shows real building outlines. Android Auto just rolled out a huge upgrade,

The newly released Android Auto 17.3 is seemingly struggling with the same connection problems as its predecessor; you’d better not update yet

I've been covering Android and other mobile technology for close to ten years now, with a specific interest in phone accessories, e-readers, and what makes each individual phone different from another.

Why I'm using wired Android Auto when all the cool kids are switching to wireless

Many people see Android Auto as a widespread technology, but that’s not the case for most drivers. According to Edison Research, nearly two-thirds of

Car buyers love Android Auto. Automakers? Not so much.

Android Auto with Gemini can find stops, build playlists, manage shopping lists, and summarize emails or chats with conversational voice commands.

Ever find yourself tapping your phone just to start Android Auto every time you get in the car? This is one of the most basic but frequently missed settings.