The update and release process continues: After the first beta release of Android Auto 12.0, round numbers reach all users. Google released the application in stable form, improves software stabilization as well as compatibility with tools. And it opens the door to changes that must come gradually in the future.

Android Auto is one of the most updated Google apps on smartphones, there’s no doubt about that. We usually have one stable release every month, sometimes even more than one; with their respective previous betas test new features before they reach all users. Unfortunately, most changes are invisible to the naked eye because Google often hides them within the code. And that’s without an excuse not to update.

First Android Auto update after Google I/O

This is a round number, anyone would think that Google devotes a significant amount of news to evolution. Unfortunately, this is not the case; some before the existing visible changes cease to exist. For example, with Android Auto 12.0, the new Material You interface of the mobile application has been universalized.

We updated the app on our Google Pixel 8 Pro and did not see a revolution in the interface. In fact, the car console retains the same Coolwalk design, without even moving the menu buttons. Yes, there is a new structure that reaches all users;Get VE features for maps”.

When this menu in Android Auto settings is enabled, Google Maps will show nearby charging points on Google Maps. have a connector compatible with the chosen one. You should also prioritize routes with the lowest energy consumption and take charges into account; these options can be configured in the Google Maps app.

Apart from the most notable new features, Android Auto 12.0 also brings the usual improvements to stability and compatibility, as well as fixes for previous bugs. You can download it by updating directly from Google Play or by downloading the file from APK Mirror:

• Access this APK Mirror page with your mobile phone.
• Download Android Auto 12.0. Valid for phones with Android 8 and above.
• Install the downloaded APK and your mobile phone will tell you whether you want an update or not. You accept.
• APK is completely safe and signed by Google. Otherwise you cannot update the app.

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