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2023 Corvette Info Including SR Pricing, SR 2023 Visualizer, 70th Anniversary SR/Z06 Press Release; The C8 Z06 Press Release, Order Guide & Its Visualizer Link
Android Auto is in for a refresh. Google announced Monday it will roll out a refreshed user interface for Android Auto this summer, and the design changes amount to a far sleeker-looking system overall.
Most notable is the design change itself. Google said users can now take advantage of a "dark theme" that blends in with a car's cockpit more than the predominantly white look of the current user interface. Font changes and splashes of bright colors should also make it easier for drivers to read in various lighting, the technology company said.
Other updates are under the hood, so to speak. For example, Android Auto's update focuses on making more useful information available with fewer screen taps. For example, the system will continue playing media even as the driver starts the car, and it will remember the navigation app of choice. Drivers can then use the "OK Google" voice command to navigate to a new destination.
The other big news is the addition of a new navigation bar. Apps can be controlled from nearly any screen with one tap. Most importantly, turn-by-turn navigation is shown at all times with the new user interface. Other examples of the newfound screen use include taking phone calls on the same screen and rewinding music all in one place. Finally, a new notification center puts every phone call and message in one place for the driver. Google said the redesigned notification center creates a convenient and safe place for drivers to respond to messages.
Z06 coming late this summer: Hypersonic Gray HTC, two tone blue interior, complete high wing/aero package. CCB’s, with every piece of visible carbon fiber available. Lifetime, annual contributors, and 24 year members of National Corvette Museum. Home is the beautiful Pacific Northwest.
Apparently even existing cars with Android Auto will get this upgrade. That's one of the big advantages of AA (and Car Play). Updates are dependent on Google and Apple, not the car manufacturer's model upgrade schedule.
Its a UI update that adds a more modern look and a dark mode. Every car that supports Android Auto will have it. The update is on the app end which essentially mirrors it to whatever head unit its connected to.
My C8:
'20 Elkhart Lake Blue 2LT Coupe, Natural Interior, GT2 Two-Tone Seats, Performance Exhaust, Front Lift, Carbon Flash Wheels, Engine Appearance Package 2000 Status December 27, 2019; 3000 Status January 2, 2020; 3400 Status March 10, 2020;TPW March 16, 2020; Built June 4th, 2020 (COVID-19); Delivery July 1, 2020
Current Vettes:
'68 Lemans Blue 327/350 Convertible
'91 Turquoise Convertible with Hardtop
'14 Lime Rock Green 2LT Convertible, Black Top, Kalahari, 7-Speed, Performance Exhaust
Sorry about that; it was available yesterday (and yet I just checked, and it’s now gone???) Here however is a related video on new Android auto 2019 updates.
Z06 coming late this summer: Hypersonic Gray HTC, two tone blue interior, complete high wing/aero package. CCB’s, with every piece of visible carbon fiber available. Lifetime, annual contributors, and 24 year members of National Corvette Museum. Home is the beautiful Pacific Northwest.
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