Android 11 Brings Wireless Android Auto Connectivity to All Phones

Aug. 20, 2020

Google is finally bringing wireless connectivity toAndroid Autofor all Android smartphones. That’s according to an updated support page for Android Auto which describes the connectivity options for Google’s in-car infotainment system. According to Google, allAndroid 11devices with 5GHz Wi-Fi connectivity should be able to connect wirelessly to Android Auto systems.

Do note that to use the option, you’ll need a smartphone that supports 5GHz connectivity, which largely remains unavailable in most low-end Android phones. That said, in theory, even Android One devices should be able to take advantage of the new feature, although,Android Godevices – typically entry-level smartphones with barebones hardware – may not be so lucky.

In the EU, though, smartphones need to comply with additional regulations to use 5GHz Wi-Fi in cars. Also missing out on the new functionality will be countries, like Japan and Russia, which prohibit wireless connectivity options for in-car entertainment systems. Be that as it may, it is still a welcome step and a positive addition in Android 11, unlike some changes that are actuallydeprecating existing featuresfrom the platform.

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