After appearing in previous leaks, Android Auto’s widget option is resurfacing as we get closer to launch.
Gemini is the latest change to Android Auto, even if it’s received by some friction. Google is working on other changes to complement the car version of Android, as seen in the new leaks.
What was leaked first Google’s unreleased version of Android Auto, codenamed Project Earth, has been renamed to match what it actually does, which is add widgets. Android Authority). The “Car Widgets” menu is now visible in Android Auto 16.8.161804-issue. daily. When clicked, the menu that appears looks the same as what Android users use on the home screen widget selection page.
The menu offers a selectable and browse section with a search bar for easier navigation. Some of the simple app options seen in the leaked images are Calendar, Chrome, Google Drive and even ChatGPT. Since Android Auto is designed as an extension of your phone, it would make sense that several widgets made for the Pixel or other devices would look the same on your car’s dashboard.
It’s also possible that Google restricts how certain widgets work in the dashboard to ensure they look right on screen. So far, there’s little word on exactly how this will work.
As with most features found in unreleased software versions, there is no word on when this feature will be announced. Android Auto widgets also weigh more than other features. It will probably start rolling out sometime soon. With Google I/O just around the corner, this could be part of the new announcements regarding Android as a whole.
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