Getting rid of any app you don't actually use makes Android Auto a far more streamlined, easier-to-navigate platform.

Their strengths complement one another.

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Google Maps is great for navigating from point A to point B, getting real-time traffic updates, and exploring new places. When you rely on Google Maps for your daily commute or to find new ...

Google Maps remains the go-to option for most Android Auto users, despite many other apps, including Waze, improving significantly in cars where Google's phone mirroring software is available. However ...

Google Maps remains the preferred choice for Android Auto users seeking a navigation app, but a glitch that has been around since at least May is making it painfully difficult for many people to stick ...

I've been covering Android and other mobile technology for close to ten years now, with a specific interest in phone accessories, e-readers, and what makes each individual phone different from another ...

Jon Gilbert is a Features Writer for Android Police. I've covered Android since 2021, focusing on writing features and guides about Android apps and features that directly affect users. I've attended ...