The operating system Android Auto It was presented some time ago but, until now, the launch of a product range that would integrate it had not been announced by any car manufacturer. Well, this has changed since Hyundai has just done just this and, in addition, has indicated that this will happen this year 2015.
Therefore, the arrival of Google's development for the automotive market is a reality and, the specific models that will integrate Android Auto as soon as you buy it are the 2015 Hyundai Sonata. These will have the operating system installed as soon as the dealer takes it out, but users who have bought a model this year that does not include it, will have the possibility of proceeding with an update to get it.
The services offered from the outset are those of navigation, multimedia content management and, also, communication (always using the LCD panel that these cars integrate into the dashboard). And, of course, voice recognition is part of Android Auto, which makes these functions much more comfortable and those that will come with the installation of different additional applications -such as Spotify, TuneIn or iHeart Radio, which can be They run on whatever phone you have and communicate with your car's computer.
What the 2015 Hyundai Sonata includes
What any of the car manufacturer's models must offer must meet certain requirements that will be part of those that already integrate Android Auto when they are removed from the dealership. For example, you must have 4GB or more storage; microUSB to USB connection cable; and, in addition, a phone that uses the Lollipop version as the operating system. By the way, the updates for the cars are totally free and can be obtained at MyHyundai.com.
One of the details that attracts attention is that, at the moment, the synchronization of Android Auto with the cars is carried out by cable (the first time the device is connected, it begins with the installation of the application on the mobile device if it is compatible to be used as a conduit of information). The point is that once everything is ready, when synchronizing, the phone leaves the screen blank and the information appears on the car's LCD panel (with Google Now inspired design cards).
The point is that, finally, Android Auto It is already a reality in the automotive market at the hands of Hyundai and, therefore, it is to be expected that other manufacturers will make the same decision since it should not be forgotten that the integration of this operating system has no cost. Does the development of Google seem like a good solution? Will you use it?
Source: Cnet