Why do you need an extra screen for a smartphone while driving?
So they can track your driving habits better
Mostly navigation and handsfree phonecalls
This is android automotive, not android auto. They are two very different product that have been named by total morons.
Android auto is a second screen projection experience, similar to CarPlay. Android Automotive is an operating system for a vehicle’s infotainment system. It can be used without a phone, or it can even host a projection system like CarPlay inside of it.
That’s pretty cool! With Android Automotive, bikers can expect some neat features like hands-free navigation and music control, making rides more enjoyable and safe. I can’t wait to see how it changes the riding experience.
No way this is a human response, and the comment history looks like an AI showcase of summaries and responses.
The last thing I want while riding, and I-ve been riding over 40 years, is another set of distractions. I don-t want music, I don’t answer phones, etc. The only thing I want is waterproof GPS-maps, which I get by using an old OUKITEL rugged phone tethered to my regular phone in my pocket, on my forearm in a flexible sports case (a mount failed me)
Android Auto used to just work as an app on my phone. It was great for my bikes. Ram mount, USB 12v, sena, android auto. Everything worked great. Then Google, like they always do, turned it off. Fuck Google. I don’t need a head unit on my motorcycle when I already have a phone.
I repeat, fuck Google.
Sounds like I’m not buying any new KTM with that shit hole software on it.
Remember folks, Android Automotive ≠ Android Auto. They are VERY different things.
Android Auto has been available for bikes for quite some time. Android Automotive hasn’t.
After driving my current car with Android Automotive for over 45.000 km I can only advice to stay away from vehicles using it
Android Auto (with the car working as a display for your phone) is really nice. AA OS is not.
Aftermarket navigation accessories are incredibly common on motorbikes, the most common ones are phone mounts, or a Garmin unit.
So, there is clearly a need for this.
If that means we can potentially hack it so create our custom fuel mapping, then I’m 100% down.
