Android AutoGoogle’s in-car operating system, built into Android, has been updated to version 12.8 with interesting new features that the user cannot yet see or even use, but which will appear on the screens of his cars very soon.
In particular, Android Auto 12.8 does not bring any changes compared to the previous version, except any possible improvements or solutions to previously discovered bugsand. The highlight is what was found in the source code of this version. These are features that can be activated soon and are designed to significantly improve the driver experience.
One of the big changes expected in future versions of Android Auto, which we know about thanks to the Android Auto 12.8 update, is integration with Gemini Live; Google’s language model. It is expected to replace Assistant, which the company is currently integrating into its operating system and which has recently changed its design, and that it will be able to provide more accurate results. In addition, Gemini understands human language better. Thus, users will be able to ask questions or commands in the car in a much more natural way.
Android Auto Will Finally Get a Local Player
Another new feature introduced in Android Auto 12.8 is enabling a local player and FM radio integrated into the operating system itself. This will allow users to listen to music that they have stored on the internal memory of the device itself. Or even on the car screen or by connecting a USB drive. With FM radio, users will not have to leave Android Auto to play programs as before.
At this point we repeat, This is news that is deactivated.and the transition to Android Auto may take some time. The fact that they are included in the code of the aforementioned operating system means that they are getting closer to release.
In the meantime, you can update to Android Auto 12.8 via the Google Play Store from your device. Or download the latest available APK and install it on your smartphone. Don’t worry if you already have the app on your mobile phone: the system will automatically replace it with the new version.
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