Google Introduces New Android Auto UI - Fully New Interface Coming to Beta Users
After leaking for six months, the New Android Auto UI is finally coming to the public beta test program. While the UI is likely to have some bugs and critical issues, the public beta will continue to be open to new signups for a few more weeks. After that, it is unlikely to be expanded beyond a few beta testers.
The redesign will include a new, more rounded, and cleaner interface. It will also feature larger UI elements and controls, which Google said would make it easier for users to navigate. The new Android Auto interface will also make the split screen feature work better. The new dashboard will also feature a new map that is more accessible for drivers. Users can now make the map fill the entire screen.
Google first teased the new Android Auto UI last year, and it's finally arriving for public beta testers. The new UI, codenamed "Coolwalk," aims to make it easier to navigate through your car while driving. The app also boasts a new, larger look that is inspired by Apple's CarPlay dashboard.
The media card on the dashboard has a new look, and more system components are now using the Material You design language. Several updates to the dashboard also include a new app dock for the car's rail. It also features more modernized UI elements, including a shortcut to Google Assistant with one swipe.
The new Android Auto UI has improved the navigation and media card in the dashboard view. It also has a new media card for maps, which allows drivers to fill more of the display with the map. Drivers will also enjoy additional Material You support, faster Assistant recommendations, and an updated notification area.