Most new cars already have Android Auto and CarPlay, but that doesn't mean you can't get the two phone mirroring systems in an older model. Aftermarket media receivers from companies like Sony, ...

Affordable Android head units bring a major tech makeover to old cars for around $100. Installation is smooth and basically plug-and-play, making upgrades hassle-free. These units can deliver ...

There has been a steady series of improvements to Android Auto over the years, and for the most part, it's now a polished and reliable way of accessing your phone from your car's dashboard while ...

As I do with every device, Android or not, I tweak the settings to suit my needs. The default options provided by the manufacturer cover the broadest range of users, but they won’t be perfect for ...

Ben Khalesi covers the intersection of artificial intelligence and everyday tech at Android Police. With a background in AI and data science, he enjoys making technical topics approachable for those ...

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. Back in February 2025, Google Maps introduced ...

It's been a busy week in the Android Auto world, but Google found the perfect way to end it. A fresh beta build has just received the go-ahead, with testers enrolled in the preview program getting it ...

Google is working on bringing climate control settings to Android Auto, letting users control several in-car settings without needing to switch out of Android Auto into their car’s head unit OS. We ...