Put yourself in the driver’s seat for the new and improved Google Maps user experience with Android Auto, that is: a little faster and more user-friendly. The most notable innovation in the latest iOS version is the switch to a more vibrant and brighter appearance.
The primary changes between the physical here and there include the icons of your home address and office location. To be one of the important locations, there will also be bold and prominent icons so that these stand out even more than the recommended locations. This is extremely important when considering that in the context of Android Auto’s dark mode, the icons become noticeably stronger as they provide noticeable contrast against the dark background.
Another very small but very useful change is the search bar at the top that allows users to readjust and test their knowledge. One by one, Google removed the rectangular border that surrounds the entire search field. This allows drivers to have a less distracted gaze and reduces the time required to obtain necessary information while driving. Therefore, its effect is more powerful.
Google recently released another update that gives the option to sync the “Show 3D Buildings” setting on both your phone and your car’s display making the driving experience better and less cluttered. In other words, it will be very convenient to use Maps on your smartphone or tablet and experience real-life objects in 3D exactly as they appear to your eyes on these devices.
That touch from Google as a confirmation that it is dedicated not only to visual changes in recent Android Auto updates but also to its general improvement. But the latest update which also integrates a bold design for the driving time display – which appears to mimic the look of the mobile app – has added to its look again. Most importantly, it has added the ability to instantly save parking information at the destination.
Overall, these changes show the true colors and from the information given to Google, it seems that it is very focused on moving Android Auto forward on its path with minimal effort. You can navigate through the experience easily which has more precise icons, a non-distracting interface, and well-functioning functions that make the journey quite seamless without any stress.
