The Google Assistant for driving is being renewed, implying that it will not be eliminated and on the contrary it can become the new replacement for Android Auto. The company has added new features to the tool, making it easier to use and less distracting.
To find out how to configure it, find out what's new and what improvements this application has undergone, we'll tell you about it here. You will learn how to use it correctly, you will know its functions and thus you will learn how to use it in advance, in case Android Auto stops receiving support.
What is Google Assistant for driving?
The Google Driving Assistant is an application that allows you obtain information about the roads in your region, while giving you the possibility of carrying out tasks while driving your car. It links perfectly with Google Maps and using voice commands you can request directions, best routes, know the traffic status, ask it to complete certain tasks or ask questions.
Among the most notable functions that you can perform with the Google Assistant for driving are reading and sending messages, making phone calls, controlling the playback of music and multimedia content, among others. According to Google, this service – for now – not available in all languages and can only be used in countries such as: Germany, Australia, Canada, Spain, United States, France, India, Italy, Mexico or the United Kingdom.
Regarding technological requirements, the Google Driving Assistant only works on Android devices version 9.0 or higher. Furthermore, it must be a team with 4GB of RAM minimum and works in Portrait mode.
The functions of Google Maps have served to help us in our travels Thanks to its algorithm, it can execute tasks with great success and agility. The possible departure of Android Auto and the incorporation of these new features in the Google Assistant for driving makes it increasingly simpler and easier to use.
How do you set up Google Assistant for driving?
Google Assistant for driving is easy to set up. If there are errors with activation, it must be because it does not meet the minimum requirements requested by Google to use it. Check before using it if your Android complies with what was requested in the previous section. In that case,. these are the steps to follow:
- Enter the "Settings" of your Android mobile device.
- Look for the "Google" section and enter it.
- Go to “Search, Assistant and Voice” and click on the “Google Assistant” option.
- In the "Transportation" tab, press the "Driving mode" option and make sure to activate it.
How is it activated in Google Maps?
Google Driving Assistant must be activated in Google Maps to link both services and improve the experience when driving the car. To do this you must perform the following steps:
- Open the Google Maps application.
- Enter your profile by clicking on the photo located in the upper right corner of the screen.
- Click on “Settings”, then enter: Navigation Settings / Google Assistant Settings.
- Activate the “By car” mode and start using the service.
How to talk to the Google Assistant for driving?
As you know, the Google Assistant is activated by a command that begins its operations when heard. Among the keywords it detects are «navigate to a place«, you can also say «Hey Google, navigate home» and will automatically guide you along the best route to your home. You can indicate any route, ask it a question or if you want to perform a mobile function, start with "Ok, Google" followed by the command you want to execute.
After making all these settings in the Google Driving Assistant, every time you get into your car the Android device will automatically pair. Then, you just have to indicate with your voice the action you want to perform and that's it. Did you find it easy to configure this application or do you prefer to keep Android Auto?