Last October, Google released the full, updated version of its mobile operating system – Android 12. So what’s new with Android 12? And for drivers, how does it affect your Android head units and/or Android Auto? Android 12 Features 1. The most significant improvement Android 12 brings to the platform is its user interface. Users […]
Maximise your listening experience by having an app that allows you to continue your book worming while on the road. If you’re a person who loves reading but can’t do much these days due to your busy schedule, shifting to listening to audiobooks sounds like a good option – and Audible on Apple CarPlay makes […]
If you’re one of those who like to explore alternative mobile app options, then you may have heard of TomTom AmiGO on Android Auto. It is one of the best navigation apps available on the market today. And now, it gets better with the newest updates it got. The app offers the same capabilities as […]
Take it from us. Nothing is more frustrating than suddenly losing map directions in the middle of your drive. And most of the time, it’s because of a patchy internet connection. But now, there is one less thing to worry about on the road with Google Maps now available offline. Yes, you heard that right. […]
One constant complaint with Google Maps on Android Auto is that its user interface was left-hand-drive biased. What does this mean? Before, you have to look at the left-hand side of the screen to see turn-by-turn information and the navigation bar. And this was a common annoyance for people who drive on the left side […]
Since its launch in 2012, Apple Maps has been playing catch up to other navigation apps in terms of features, design, and stability. And the app also suffered from early inaccuracies and negative feedback even from ardent Apple users. As the default web mapping service of Apple, the initial reception to Apple Maps was disappointing. […]
In July 2019, Microsoft Teams has 13 million monthly active users worldwide. After exactly two years, it became 250 million. It’s no surprise that the meteoric rise in popularity of remote collaboration/video conferencing/productivity programs coincided with the continued presence of the global pandemic. And as more companies begin to adopt (and begin to see the […]
A subtle yet essential breakthrough happened for the car infotainment industry last month. Google debuted the full version of Android 6.9, and it gave us a more stable Android Auto update. You can therefore expect a more reliable smartphone integration platform in the foreseeable future. Android Auto update goodies However, this is not just the […]
Now available in 44 countries (with Australia as one of the pilot countries) and adopted by close to 50 car manufacturers, the global popularity of Android Auto is undeniable despite its launch only 6 years ago. Still, Google wants to push the boundaries of the modern driving experience. Thus, their venture into Android Automotive. In […]
Apple has been at the forefront of tech innovations since the company was founded in 1976. Since then, the mantra followed by its founders (the Steves: Jobs and Wozniak) was to make technology user-friendly and accessible. We can see it from the Apple 1, Macintosh, and the iMac before, to the iPod, iPhone, and MacBook […]
