Excellent walkthrough! The version that magically appeared on 2.8.23 here in the US is slightly different -left and right are inverted, probably because we drive from the left side, but otherwise it's very similar. With audio (I used Musicolet) it's massively better - with a really sensitive scroll bar that lets you jump around in the track instead of FF and Rew - much easier. It also seems to crash much less. It was a long wait but so far it seems that this brilliant idea is finally ready for prime time. I'm gonna give it another day or two and then change my one star review to five stars. Very happy camper!
Great video! How do you make Spotify full screen? It gives splitting with google maps, or keeps interchanging positions with google maps in size. I can make google map full screen, but not spotify
It depends on the size of your display, if it is a very wide display then you will always have a Split View, for the smaller displays just tapping on Spotify will make it full screen.
Tacoma default screen here, it's definitely not as nice-looking or easy, but it's perfectly usable and I've enjoyed it thus far. Plus, if you really don't want the widget, it's particularly easy to just press the map or just press the Spotify (not sure if he mentioned this in the video) and it'll open in full.
I have a 10in head unit, and the Coolwalk update puts the widgets on the bottom half of the map rather than the side. It looks fine, but I rather prefer the widget placed on the side as it is here. Not sure if it's changeable.
I have activated Android auto coolwalk on my car but I can't launch 2 apps at the same time , for example I can't watch TH-cam at the same time with maps.. any idea?
It’s not multitasking. Android Auto will decide what to display at then same time. If the app your opening doesn’t support the widget mode yet then it will be full screen until the app is updated.
Me too. My husband has the exact phone I do. His shows the new screen. Mine doesn't, yet we both have same updated version. His works in both our cars. Mine has not changed.
@M Atkinson i found out waze does not support the split screen but google maps does. I have it now using google maps. Waze said they will support it soon.
Thanks for this video, I have a 12" screen factory installed on my BMW, how did you manage to get waze on a full screen. Google maps now appears in full but not Waze. Please could you help?
I have a question that no video of Android Auto user ever answered. What I want is to use Android Auto to play my music via Spotify or TH-cam Music for example and then keep the android auto minimized and display the car's own navigation system. Does the music from the Android Auto continues to play or does it stop when you exit the Android Auto app in the car's infotainment? Thank you.
It's actually pretty sad that android auto looks very laggy and touchscreen doesn't seem to be as responsive. I'd rather pay a bit more to get a screen that's super responsive and a faster CPU installed because that's the main issue with Android auto atm. There should seriously be a standard when it comes to infotainment systems.
@@TechInTheCar The touch screen just doesn't feel as responsive as a phone. I always have to click on the item 2-3 times for it to register. I've tried a bunch of different ones too, all in different price ranges. Seems to have the same problem. There definitely is lag, my mazda 6 uses a custom operating system and doesn't lag at all but the touch screen problem still remains for that car. Most car touch screens in general just suck. They can definitely make it better and charge us more for the option. So while the issues aren't really android auto's fault, more the manufacturers, it's just sad to see that there isn't a standard that makes them responsive.
How do I update my uconnect to my phone cause it was just working then the app was unable and I had to install it again now. And I don't have a signed email or password never need it until now?
At this point I'm willing to accept any change to Android Auto, as long as it fucking works. even if I don't like how it adds extra clutter and rips off Carplay. I shouldn't have to connect with a wire in a 2019 vehicle and it should stay connected at all times when it is.
Tiene fallos androi auto cuando usas fermata o carstrem no deja poner pantalla completa no desaparece la barra de abajo de acesos, luego abajo la hora en el círculo de notificaciones le das y te salen los whasaps aunque los tengas desactivados
How did you get a clock widget at the very beginning of the video? Is there a way to not auto launch Maps? I don't want it on while driving, only when i launch it.
This is only available on very wide screens that support Android Auto. If you have a smaller display it won't appear. It is an automatic widget and you cannot select it either.
How do I make it work, I have a motorola edge 30 pro phone and I can't seem to get coolwalk on my car screen with cable? Can you write it step by step please 🙂
If your phone supports Android Auto and so does your car then they will automatically activate when connected. Make sure you use the USB port for data as most cars have one for data and other for charging only.
When speaking about Android Auto versions, are we talking about that on phones or installed in to the car units? Presumably they are both apps in their own right which need updating to communicate with each other
This update is the phone side update. The car side doesn’t need updating as the phone is projecting the display to the car. However, some cars weren’t designed for wide screen android auto so their software puts a black box on the edge. This was the situation with Kia, Hyundai & Genesis models with wide displays but they all put out a car software update to support widescreen android auto recently. Which was a great choice by them showing the customer experience is a priority.
@@TechInTheCar That's really helpful, thanks. So the display, layout, apps (pretty much everything) is driven from the phone app and the car app is pretty much just a shell app/display for the phone app?
Hello, thanks for the video... My car got this update today... You swiped the recommended destinations (2:28) but how can I keep those recommendations above the media widget? Mine just goes away after a short time but I like the idea of them staying there as a 3rd widget... Thanks for any input about this
They are suggestions that come and go depending on where you are and if Google maps thinks you might be going somewhere. There is no way to keep them there if they are swiped away or clear by themselves.
@@TechInTheCar thanks for the response. I was afraid of that. I wish it were just a little more customizeable, but it's better than the last version and I'm not complaining 😁
@@TechInTheCar my car supports android auto as it is a 2017 A4 Quattro, but one issue I have is low volume level when attached with usb cable for android auto use but when using Bluetooth the volume is louder. That's not an issue with apple car play.
@@TechInTheCar I did load AA 8.9 on my phone and had a chance to test it. It works amazingly well. In my wife's car with ultra wide screen I was able to change different modes by changing the dpi. I didn't see a second bar on the side but perhaps I didn't enabled it in the car. Everything works well including Fermata Auto. I also tested it on Alpine double din head unit and it worked fine. I wish there was a way to extend the spotify and get rid of the preloaded destinations from google maps. If I activate navigation (start navigating to destination) the spotify fills in half of the screen. I haven't had much time to play with it yet though. Though I do like the new interface a lot. Great job Google!
If you have Android Auto in your car it is available but it looks different depending on the screen size. If you don’t have it yet then it simply hasn’t been released to your phone yet but it will be coming soon.
@@TechInTheCar I have an Update, but I don't know if it's Coolwalk... I can change the Wallpapers and choose the apps, but I don't have different windows!? On the screen Google Maps or Amazon Music look the same and it's only one window....
It depends on the quality of the parts used in your cars stereo/head unit. Also the speed of your phone etc. My experience with a flagship Samsung phone and a $500 head unit is pretty much flawless. Apples animations may make things look a bit smoother but not by much to the naked eye
The one time I allowed my friend to use his Car Play in my car for gps, Apple Maps lagged way behind where I actually was driving, causing me to pass up multiple turns. I don't know if this is a rare issue on Apple but Waze on AA has never did that to me.
Still cannot use my phone while using Android Auto? lol. 1000 Euro phone and I'm forced to use the sluggish car touchscreen which likes every one of my fingerprints!
@@TechInTheCar To express myself better: I mean I don't want to be forced to search addresses or alternatives routes on the car display. I'm very quick on the phone with these things (imagine searching a POI you want to drive to in an email or website). I don't want to unplug or disconnect from Android Auto to be able to do so. The UX is so unpractical... I rather use a phone holder because I'm quicker, more flexible and VW never heard of power delivery over USB-C.
This video is available in 8K!
4k* is 2160p
I got 8.5 stable verison bro but it dosnt show up coolwalk
But the audio is available in -8k
Excellent walkthrough! The version that magically appeared on 2.8.23 here in the US is slightly different -left and right are inverted, probably because we drive from the left side, but otherwise it's very similar. With audio (I used Musicolet) it's massively better - with a really sensitive scroll bar that lets you jump around in the track instead of FF and Rew - much easier. It also seems to crash much less. It was a long wait but so far it seems that this brilliant idea is finally ready for prime time. I'm gonna give it another day or two and then change my one star review to five stars. Very happy camper!
4:40. The shortcuts would be more useful to me because I use the steering wheel buttons on the dash buttons for music controls.
Coolwalk is out, and this isn't what it looks like on my headunit.
What version is this? This is not how mine looks and I'm on coolwalk already
How do I get rid of that bar and get back to full screen music
Great video! How do you make Spotify full screen? It gives splitting with google maps, or keeps interchanging positions with google maps in size. I can make google map full screen, but not spotify
It depends on the size of your display, if it is a very wide display then you will always have a Split View, for the smaller displays just tapping on Spotify will make it full screen.
What about the new WhatsApp call function that is supposed to work as well with the latest Android Auto?
How can I turn off the recommendations on TH-cam music 'for you' and Google Maps? They consume too much bandwidth.
You can't. They don't use much bandwidth at all - they are just text and a few small images.
Really interested on how it looks like on a car which doesn't have a big widescreen since most cars don't.
Can tell you right now, terrible.
Looks ok
Have a cheap 7" chinese android headunit and coming from carplay I would say it looks nice
I have a 9" Chinese android headunit and I think it looks just as good.
Tacoma default screen here, it's definitely not as nice-looking or easy, but it's perfectly usable and I've enjoyed it thus far. Plus, if you really don't want the widget, it's particularly easy to just press the map or just press the Spotify (not sure if he mentioned this in the video) and it'll open in full.
I have a 10in head unit, and the Coolwalk update puts the widgets on the bottom half of the map rather than the side. It looks fine, but I rather prefer the widget placed on the side as it is here. Not sure if it's changeable.
I have activated Android auto coolwalk on my car but I can't launch 2 apps at the same time , for example I can't watch TH-cam at the same time with maps.. any idea?
It’s not multitasking. Android Auto will decide what to display at then same time. If the app your opening doesn’t support the widget mode yet then it will be full screen until the app is updated.
I did get an update but still no split screen. Maybe the full update will come later.
Me too. My husband has the exact phone I do. His shows the new screen. Mine doesn't, yet we both have same updated version. His works in both our cars. Mine has not changed.
@M Atkinson i found out waze does not support the split screen but google maps does. I have it now using google maps. Waze said they will support it soon.
@M Atkinson same problem here. My wife's works but mine doesn't
About a year and a half my android auto drained the battery like crazy on my oneplus 9.Is it better now?
Thanks for this video, I have a 12" screen factory installed on my BMW, how did you manage to get waze on a full screen. Google maps now appears in full but not Waze.
Please could you help?
Question. How can I change the apps bar from vertical to horizontal like you have?
I have a question that no video of Android Auto user ever answered. What I want is to use Android Auto to play my music via Spotify or TH-cam Music for example and then keep the android auto minimized and display the car's own navigation system. Does the music from the Android Auto continues to play or does it stop when you exit the Android Auto app in the car's infotainment? Thank you.
It will continue to play even if you use the car navigation system.
Can the radio receiver stations be displayed in the split screen?
No, if your using the car radio system that will only show in the car system.
Got this on my Civic 10th gen. Split screen looks funny and full screen looks smaller because of the curved edges and thicker bar below.
Yeah that sucks got this update today got in the truck and was like WTF it looks terrible how can I get rid of that bar I wanna see full screen music
It's actually pretty sad that android auto looks very laggy and touchscreen doesn't seem to be as responsive.
I'd rather pay a bit more to get a screen that's super responsive and a faster CPU installed because that's the main issue with Android auto atm. There should seriously be a standard when it comes to infotainment systems.
it's almost like it's in beta and not for public release
@@s0000g22 I didn't mean this version only. I just meant all versions.
I don’t think it is laggy at all so maybe it’s a perception thing when watching the video. However it is still a beta.
It depends both on the car and the phone you have, ive had very different experiences of android auto through the years
@@TechInTheCar The touch screen just doesn't feel as responsive as a phone. I always have to click on the item 2-3 times for it to register. I've tried a bunch of different ones too, all in different price ranges. Seems to have the same problem.
There definitely is lag, my mazda 6 uses a custom operating system and doesn't lag at all but the touch screen problem still remains for that car. Most car touch screens in general just suck. They can definitely make it better and charge us more for the option. So while the issues aren't really android auto's fault, more the manufacturers, it's just sad to see that there isn't a standard that makes them responsive.
I'm loving the new look but woukd you know why my android auto reverted back to the old look
If you have a scroll wheel it seems that might be causing some issues. Otherwise I’d suggest resetting Android Auto on your phone.
How do I update my uconnect to my phone cause it was just working then the app was unable and I had to install it again now. And I don't have a signed email or password never need it until now?
I like the video..... but hate the new split screen Android Auto!!! LOL..... Cheers Don, Perth W.Australia :) (Dons Shed and Xplor Overland)
Thanks! I think you will grow to like it.
At this point I'm willing to accept any change to Android Auto, as long as it fucking works. even if I don't like how it adds extra clutter and rips off Carplay. I shouldn't have to connect with a wire in a 2019 vehicle and it should stay connected at all times when it is.
It was first before CarPlay. The wire issue is the car makers choice.
Tiene fallos androi auto cuando usas fermata o carstrem no deja poner pantalla completa no desaparece la barra de abajo de acesos, luego abajo la hora en el círculo de notificaciones le das y te salen los whasaps aunque los tengas desactivados
Does the progress bar on Spotify is now useful? I mean can you jump to different moments in song?
You can drag the bar but it isn’t safe.
I dont care about safety, but its hard to hit the right spot in a rocking vehicle. XD
I have it and it's nice
If I want to listen to a local station of the car radio and use Google maps from my phone, is this possible?
Yes, you can.
How did you get a clock widget at the very beginning of the video? Is there a way to not auto launch Maps? I don't want it on while driving, only when i launch it.
This is only available on very wide screens that support Android Auto. If you have a smaller display it won't appear. It is an automatic widget and you cannot select it either.
@@TechInTheCar Hmm strange mine is wide and it doesn't have it 😩
What is the size of the screen on this video? Do U know resolution of the screen?
The screen is 10 inches on the Audi A3 but the size of the screen only changes the way it is displayed. It will still work on all different sizes.
Steering wheel is on the wrong side of the car! My mind is blown🤯😂
I moved it specially for you!
It looks like it's on the right side to me
How did you get your Google maps to look detailed like that
If your talking about satellite view - just hit the on screen button to change to it.
Anyway to get more than 4 shortcuts? such a waste of space.
Everything is great... Apart from Waze crashing.
How do I make it work, I have a motorola edge 30 pro phone and I can't seem to get coolwalk on my car screen with cable? Can you write it step by step please 🙂
It is still not available to everyone. You will either have to join the Android Auto beta or wait for it to be officially released.
Question: I store videos on my phone in "my files" will that play on Android auto?
They will play in TH-cam music or one of the other apps that can play files and work on Android Auto.
So google maps app starting by the User decides if an App is only small Windows or full Window?
It will be small on the home screen but you can click it to make it fullscreen.
Where is Coolwalk activated?
If your phone supports Android Auto and so does your car then they will automatically activate when connected. Make sure you use the USB port for data as most cars have one for data and other for charging only.
@@TechInTheCar I have been an Android Auto user for 1 year, but there is no new design. Applications did not appear vertically (unlike Carplay)
What version of android auto do you have?
I am part of the beta testing; but Coolwalk is rolling out to everyone now. If you don't have it yet then don't worry it is coming.
When speaking about Android Auto versions, are we talking about that on phones or installed in to the car units? Presumably they are both apps in their own right which need updating to communicate with each other
This update is the phone side update. The car side doesn’t need updating as the phone is projecting the display to the car. However, some cars weren’t designed for wide screen android auto so their software puts a black box on the edge. This was the situation with Kia, Hyundai & Genesis models with wide displays but they all put out a car software update to support widescreen android auto recently. Which was a great choice by them showing the customer experience is a priority.
@@TechInTheCar That's really helpful, thanks. So the display, layout, apps (pretty much everything) is driven from the phone app and the car app is pretty much just a shell app/display for the phone app?
Yes, that is correct.
Hello, thanks for the video... My car got this update today... You swiped the recommended destinations (2:28) but how can I keep those recommendations above the media widget? Mine just goes away after a short time but I like the idea of them staying there as a 3rd widget... Thanks for any input about this
They are suggestions that come and go depending on where you are and if Google maps thinks you might be going somewhere. There is no way to keep them there if they are swiped away or clear by themselves.
@@TechInTheCar thanks for the response. I was afraid of that. I wish it were just a little more customizeable, but it's better than the last version and I'm not complaining 😁
How in gods name do I remove the weather widget ? I don't have the option to get it off my screen.
I have a mach-e. I cannot remove the stupid weather...
It is a permanent widget as your screen is very large!
How do i update it??
It is rolling out now; you have to wait and it will activate when Google has sent it to your region.
What model is your Audi?
2022 - but the year doesn't matter as long as your car supports Android Auto the new version will be available to you.
@@TechInTheCar my car supports android auto as it is a 2017 A4 Quattro, but one issue I have is low volume level when attached with usb cable for android auto use but when using Bluetooth the volume is louder. That's not an issue with apple car play.
Try resetting your android auto app - and changing cable as well.
How can you download application to auto play?
You have to use the Google Play Store and Android Auto apps.
Why waste real-estate with icons on the side and bottom?
I agree but this will be different depending on your car. On my car the right is the Car UI and the rest is Android Auto.
@@TechInTheCar I did load AA 8.9 on my phone and had a chance to test it. It works amazingly well. In my wife's car with ultra wide screen I was able to change different modes by changing the dpi. I didn't see a second bar on the side but perhaps I didn't enabled it in the car. Everything works well including Fermata Auto. I also tested it on Alpine double din head unit and it worked fine. I wish there was a way to extend the spotify and get rid of the preloaded destinations from google maps. If I activate navigation (start navigating to destination) the spotify fills in half of the screen. I haven't had much time to play with it yet though. Though I do like the new interface a lot. Great job Google!
How did you move the taskbar to the side?
The vertical menu on the right is from the car software, not from Android auto. You're not familiar with any AA release or are you ;)
Skip to 8:20 minutes , he explains it there
its taking too long, a techgigant like google how lol, great video nice explanation;)
Is it available on the 6,3" Screen of the VW T6?? 🤔
If you have Android Auto in your car it is available but it looks different depending on the screen size. If you don’t have it yet then it simply hasn’t been released to your phone yet but it will be coming soon.
@@TechInTheCar Looks different? How??
Different sized windows and how many you see - like at the start of the video I showed the promo video showing it on larger screens.
@@TechInTheCar I have an Update, but I don't know if it's Coolwalk... I can change the Wallpapers and choose the apps, but I don't have different windows!? On the screen Google Maps or Amazon Music look the same and it's only one window....
How come I don't have that feature
It is currently being rolled out.
I have no idea why my coolwalk doesnt have rounded corners or even these color themes. It looks so basic and dull.
Are you sure it isn’t just widescreen android auto? that doesn’t have rounded corners but does have two different widgets so looks similar.
@@TechInTheCar i have a seven inch screen, do u have Instagram or something I can share a photo to?
My Instagram is the same as TH-cam.
Took up more of my screen in my car... still didn't add easy access thumbs up and thumbs down for youtube music
How did you get the taskbar on the left or right side instead of on the bottom? I can't seem to find the settings for it
They have been removed from what I can see since I made the video.
@@TechInTheCar of course they have... 🤦
It was such a great idea
in 2023 Google still not able to use widescreen... sincerely guys, prefer Apple Car, sooooo much better.
It is widescreen. It deoends on the manufacturer.
@@TechInTheCar no thats splitscreen, and it works with third party apps
Too much deviation from a single point of explanation.
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It is so much better then crap play.
Its still shit. Restricted as hell, almost no functionality, just a glorified navigation.
Looks nice, but it still looks so sluggish. Apple really nailed CarPlay.
Depends on the phone and android version had that problem with 9 but 12 is fast for me
It depends on the quality of the parts used in your cars stereo/head unit. Also the speed of your phone etc. My experience with a flagship Samsung phone and a $500 head unit is pretty much flawless. Apples animations may make things look a bit smoother but not by much to the naked eye
Smooth on my S20FE for sure.
The one time I allowed my friend to use his Car Play in my car for gps, Apple Maps lagged way behind where I actually was driving, causing me to pass up multiple turns. I don't know if this is a rare issue on Apple but Waze on AA has never did that to me.
I have a 10th gen honda and my headunit is fine and people usually complain about them being slow.
Looks like shit on 2019-2023 Acura RDX 👎
Still cannot use my phone while using Android Auto? lol. 1000 Euro phone and I'm forced to use the sluggish car touchscreen which likes every one of my fingerprints!
Why doesn’t your phone work?
@@TechInTheCar To express myself better: I mean I don't want to be forced to search addresses or alternatives routes on the car display. I'm very quick on the phone with these things (imagine searching a POI you want to drive to in an email or website). I don't want to unplug or disconnect from Android Auto to be able to do so. The UX is so unpractical... I rather use a phone holder because I'm quicker, more flexible and VW never heard of power delivery over USB-C.
For safety reasons the phone shouldn’t be used while Android Auto is connected to the car.
I hate it
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