It was always pretty odd that Waze wasn't available for Android Auto considering Google owns both of those of those products, but that wait is finally over. Waze has announced full Android Auto integration with the latest version of their mobile app.
Using it is pretty simple, as long as you have a car with Android Auto. Simply plug your device into the USB port of your car and you get all of the features you love from Waze.
- Navigate to all your most frequented destinations as pre-programmed in your Waze app in one tap-we're talking home, work and your Waze favorites.
- Start any drive using voice command “OK, Google” to tell Waze your destination and get on the road even quicker.
- Receive visual and audio alerts to keep you informed of what's ahead and find the fastest routes. Bonus: you'll enjoy a larger map with bigger views of alerts, hazers and more.
- Access your personalized Waze experience from your phone on your car's bigger screen.
- Easily view your ETA Panel, which organizes everything you need in one place so you can seamlessly check alternate routes and adjust your sound settings.
- Help other Wazers on the road through visual reporting menu.
Voice control is fully integrated here, too, so you can say “Okay, Google” and get Waze to start navigation.
source: Waze
