How to Connect Wireless Android Auto

Introduction :

In today's digital age, connectivity is key, even in our vehicles. Android Auto has revolutionized the way we interact with our cars, providing seamless integration with our smartphones. And now, with the advent of wireless technology, we can take our Android Auto experience to the next level.

In this guide, we'll introduce Android Auto and walk you through the steps to activate Wireless Android Auto, along with common issues you may encounter and their solutions.

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What Android Auto Does ? 

Android Auto is a mobile app developed by Google that allows users to mirror their Android smartphone's interface onto the display screen of a compatible car's infotainment system. It is designed to provide a safer and more convenient way for users to access essential features of their smartphone while driving, minimizing distractions.

Here are some key features and functions of Android Auto:

1. Navigation: Users can access Google Maps for turn-by-turn navigation, real-time traffic updates, and estimated time of arrival (ETA) information. Voice commands can be used for hands-free navigation control.

 

2. Communication: Android Auto allows users to make and receive phone calls, send and receive text messages, and access their contacts using voice commands. This helps users stay connected while keeping their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.

 

3. Media: Users can stream music from their favorite apps such as Spotify, Pandora, or Google Play Music directly through the car's speakers. They can also access podcasts, audiobooks, and other audio content.

 

4. Voice Commands: Android Auto supports voice commands for various functions, allowing users to perform tasks such as making calls, sending messages, and controlling media playback without taking their hands off the wheel.

 

5. App Integration: Android Auto supports a variety of compatible apps that have been optimized for use in the car, including music streaming apps, messaging apps, and navigation apps. Users can access these apps directly from the Android Auto interface.

  

6. Safety Features: Android Auto is designed with safety in mind, with features such as simplified user interfaces, large touch targets, and voice controls (Google Assistant) to minimize distractions while driving.

 

Overall, Android Auto enhances the driving experience by providing users with convenient access to essential smartphone features in a way that is safer and less distracting than traditional methods.

 

 

How to connect wireless Android Auto  

 

Nowadays, wired Android auto has become very popular, and people usually connect to use Android auto through USB. However, with the development of wireless technology, many people have begun to seek wireless Android auto.
 
With wireless connectivity, users can enjoy the benefits of Android Auto without having to physically plug in their smartphones every time they get in the car. This makes it more convenient for frequent drivers or those who frequently switch between vehicles.
 
Eliminating cables and connectors reduces clutter in the car's interior, creating a cleaner and more organized driving environment. This can lead to a more enjoyable driving experience and less distraction while on the road.
 
The following are the steps to connect wireless Android auto.

 

If your car support wireless Android Auto.

 

1. Check whether your android phone have Android Auto App:

   Unlike Apple CarPlay, Android Auto requires a separate APP to operate the connection whether wired or wireless.
   
   Please check whether your Android phone is running Android 9.0 or higher system and has the Android Auto APP installed. If your phone running Android 9.0 or higher system but didn’t install the Android Auto, you can search Android Auto and download it from the Google App Store.
   
   Your phone may also ask you to download Android Auto-related apps, like Google Maps, or update to the newest version of the app.

2. Enable the wireless Android Auto Feature: Run the Android Auto APP you have installed on your android phone, go to the settings, and check whether the wireless Android Auto function has been turned on. If you can’t figure out how to enable wireless Android Auto, please scroll down to the question list below and there will be detailed tutorials.

3. Turn on your phone Bluetooth and Wifi: Wireless Android Auto is based on connecting to Bluetooth to achieve wireless connection, so you need to make sure that your phone's Bluetooth and WiFi are both turned on at the same time, so that it can recognize and connect to your Bluetooth

4. Click the Android Auto icon on the car system: Different cars will put Android Auto in different places. Some are in the settings and some are in the APP. You need to search for this or make sure with the car manufacturer.

5. Connect your phone Bluetooth to the car infotainment system. Go to your phone's Bluetooth pair page, find the Bluetooth of the car system, and pair them. During this process, the car Bluetooth will request to use the data on your phone, please click Allow.

6. Activate Wireless Android Auto: After successfully connecting to car Bluetooth, wireless Android auto will automatically activate and appear on your car screen. If not, your phone may need to complete some settings, please follow any system prompt to continue.

 

 

If your car only support wired Android Auto.

 

Do you want to convert wired Android Auto to wireless Android Auto? You can do it through a wireless Android auto adapter.
 
Plug the adapter into the USB port of the car's wired Android Auto, and connect the device 's Bluetooth to the mobile phone's Bluetooth to get wireless Android Auto.
 
Transcend Car Box is a powerful wireless Android Auto adapter, we will take it as a reference to introduce how to activate wireless Android Auto on your car.
 

1. Check whether your android phone have Android Auto App:

   Unlike Apple CarPlay, Android Auto requires a separate APP to operate the connection whether wired or wireless.
   
   Please check whether your Android phone is running Android 9.0 or higher system and has the Android Auto APP installed. If your phone running Android 9.0 or higher system but didn’t install the Android Auto, you can search Android Auto and download it from the Google App Store.
   
   Your phone may also ask you to download Android Auto-related apps, like Google Maps, or update to the newest version of the app.

2. Enable the wireless Android Auto Feature: Run the Android Auto APP you have installed on your android phone, go to the settings, and check whether the wireless Android Auto function has been turned on. If you can’t figure out how to enable wireless Android Auto, please scroll down to the question list below and there will be detailed tutorials.

3. Plug in Transcend Car Box: Plug the Transcend Car Box into your car's USB port using provided USB cables. Wait about 15-30 seconds and the device will boot up on your car screen.

4. Turn on Transcend Car Box ’s Bluetooth and Wifi as well as your phone's: Wireless Android Auto is based on connecting to Bluetooth to achieve wireless connection, so you need to make sure that your phone and Transcend Car Box’s Bluetooth and WiFi are both turned on at the same time, so that they can recognize each other and connect.

5. Click the “Transcend Link” on the Transcend system: After opening Transcend Link, you will see the Bluetooth name of the Transcend Car Box, then go to the Bluetooth pairing page of your phone to connect the phone Bluetooth to the Bluetooth of device.During this process, follow the prompt to continue connecting.

6. Activate Wireless Android Auto: After successfully connecting to Transcend Car Box Bluetooth, wireless Android auto will automatically activate and appear on your car screen.

 

 

 

Common Issues and Solutions

 

How to set the resolution. 

If you feel that the resolution of Android Auto on the car screen is not high-definition enough, you can adjust it by setting the resolution.

Go to Settings of your phone, search Android Auto. If you can’t find it , then settings --> connection & sharing --> scroll to the very bottom, you will see Android Auto.

Click it, slide to the bottom, click "Version and permission info" multiple times in succession.

Swipe up and click the three small dots in the upper right corner.

Click "Developer Settings". Scroll down the page and find "Video Resolution".

Click it to select different resolutions.

 

 

How to enable wireless Android Auto on android device.:

Go to Settings of your phone, search Android Auto. If you can’t find it , then settings --> connection & sharing --> scroll to the very bottom, you will see Android Auto.

 
Click it, slide to the bottom, click "Version and permission info" multiple times in succession.
 
Swipe up and click the three small dots in the upper right corner.
 
Click "Developer Settings". The first option is Wireless Android Auto, check it to start wireless Android Auto. Here is an instruction video to activate it.

 

 

 

Android Auto keeps disconnecting:

Wireless Android Auto is connected through Bluetooth and WiFi. It may be that Bluetooth or WiFi is interfered and the connection is disconnected.
 
Check whether your mobile phone's WiFi band is 2.4GHz. This is the easiest WiFi band to detect and connect to, and also ensures the stability of the connection to a certain extent. Click Settings, go to the personal hotspot setting interface, and set the WiFi band to 2.4GHz.
 
Check whether the car's Bluetooth is turned off. If the car's Bluetooth is not turned off and your phone has been connected to the car's Bluetooth, this will also cause certain interference.

 

 

 

How to add apps to Android Auto

Download the apps from Google play store and install on your android phone. If the application is supported by Android Auto, it will automatically appear the next time Android Auto is started.

You can also search on Google and confirm whether Android Auto supports the app before downloading and installing it.

 

 

How to manage your apps on Android Auto:

If you want to manage the apps on Android Auto so that it only displays the apps you need, you can manage it in the settings.
 
Go to Settings of your phone, search Android Auto. If you can’t find it , then settings --> connection & sharing --> scroll to the very bottom, you will see Android Auto.
 
Click it , and click “ Customize launcher” , checkmark the apps you want to show up on the screen.
 
If you want to change the order of apps, you can change the settings to custom order.  Long press the icon with six dots, then drag it up or down. Do this with each app to arrange them as you wish.

 

 

 

Conclusion

By following these steps and troubleshooting tips, you can easily activate Wireless Android Auto and enhance your driving experience. Say goodbye to tangled cables and hello to seamless connectivity on the road.

For more tips and tricks on optimizing your car's technology, be sure to visit our website regularly. Happy driving!