ALL-NEW Android Auto 2023 Update! (Coolwalk v8.9) | Detailed Review & Tutorial

HERE IT IS! The ALL-NEW Android Auto 2023 (Coolwalk) Update! In this video, we're going to do a detailed tutorial and review where we show you what's NEW with this Android Auto update, what's improved, and new features exclusive to this version (v.8.9). Has Google finally made a perfect in-car software with this newest revision?? Go ahead, CLICK to find out! Also, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and tap the notification bell if you enjoyed this review -- it helps us more than you can imagine!
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0:00 Introduction
0:50 General Updates & Home Screen
3:07 Google Maps
4:06 Side Menu
6:43 Calendar Demo
8:32 Spotify Demo
10:04 General Thoughts & Conclusion
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[@bossfan61]

Nice change, but it really needs to allow the user to put anything they want in the smaller right window instead of it being just for music. I want to have the weather, calendar or any other app there instead.

[@egillis214]

This

[@angeldelgado3985]

Ah yes let me check my calendar in a small corner window while driving 😅

[@whatworkedforme]

you don't have to be driving to use android auto.. @@angeldelgado3985

[@ChuckWoodard]

Nice review. I received the update 3 days ago, and was pleasantly surprised. I have a Subaru Outback Touring XT with the 12.9" screen and the layout works well for me. I had not explored it fully yet so your demo was enlightening. I am very pleased with the new version of android auto 👍

[@matthewchau2481]

Noticed the change last week. It's fantastic. As someone else mentioned already, I have to also mention, there is a wallpaper setting. It's very good.

[@nathanhenry9203]

There was a wallpaper setting before

[@justinrenda4451]

Your "hey Google" activated my google/nest speaker in my house. 🤦‍♂️

[@thomasroberts4907]

Nicely done !

[@coolguypravara]

Thank you so much for this video. I am enjoying the coolwalk feature in my Q5 too. Finally Google done it in a best way. But because mine is not a touch screen it's a little confusing to navigate the features but that ok as it is new and we are still learning.

[@CarConfections]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@nickabbatiello828]

Awesome video on the updated Android Auto System!! You guys are awesome!!

[@CarConfections]

Thanks so much!

[@russellhenningertimetraveler]

2019 Dodge Ram Limited 1500, 12.1 touch screen. Excellent update 👏 , rounded corners icons at base of map easily accessible.

[@shawnivy]

Thank you soo much. This really helps.

[@CarConfections]

Glad it helped!

[@sarashbabu]

Very useful video. Thanks

[@MD-cs4js]

Great review as usual, don't forget in the settings menu there is a new wallpaper setting now too.

[@AquaStevae]

Yeah, but you have to use their choices ONLY. How is it that Android, the king of custom, is stupid enough to lag behind in such things. They should be way out in front of CRapple on this. We should be able to customize the shape of our icons, use ANY pic we want for backgrounds and put any accepted app into the smaller screen, not just music. Google NEEDS to get off their lazy asses, and take the reins on these things. AA could be ten times better than ACP, especially with Google Asst being ten times better than Siri. But they seem to drag their feet on everything these days.

[@ShafinRehman]

Version 8.8.x is what I have, and it also looks like this. Couldn't really tell what 8.9 changed, if any. Probably just performance. I think it works a lot more smoothly than before in my Stinger. I wish that the timer count for music and audiobooks still displayed when the car is smaller on the right. There's clearly enough space for such information.

[@jwmalcolm639]

Nice video Been trying to figure out to get rid of tne split screen Especially when using Waze wanna see full map.

[@kevindavies5332]

Hi, Thanks for this video, just wanted to know if the music player goes full screen on the I Drive 8 system , like the maps do. Thanks.

[@Max86421]

Nice! 👍

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Excellent and useful video guys!😸

[@CarConfections]

Thank you! 😃

[@diswaydatway3693]

Just read today, they are bringing back the weather icon

[@HeraBros07]

Great demo! 👍🏼

[@CarConfections]

Thanks!

[@ivanlowjones]

I noticed this upgrade last week on my vehicle infotainment screen.

[@AquaStevae]

What screen is that in your Bimmer? I also have a 3 series, but haven't seen that super wide screen before.

[@madrizz01]

Awesome video tutorial. Can you please do one showing how to use the podcast app?

[@darriontunstall3708]

Good info

[@nobodynobody1235]

One thing to add here. If u have the latest version of AA on your phone but still unable to get full screen in car, check if you need to update the car infotainment firmware...which is usually the case

[@denziiey]

No it's not. AA is run on the phone. It's because the server side update hasn't updated on your phones ensure yet

[@CarConfections]

Right. Some cars have additional settings that need to be changed. We had this issue in our Hyundai

[@SICKSIDEFILMZ]

Question, using a windows computer, how do I turn off the ALT key behavior from enabling any of top bar menu selections? I would like to utilize the ALT key for more shortcuts but it's hard cause for example if u do a ALT+E the Effects drop down Menu will active and open every single time n it's annoying to use n very productive when ur trying to edit fast.

[@johnfranklin5277]

I didn't do anything, and 3 days ago I noticed the screen in the car was different. I don't want a nav screen on if I don't NEED IT. I was able to get it removed, and the music playing screen back to full screen.

[@KarenFischer33]

Thank you for a great video! Any thoughts on why I suddenly am getting horrible sound when using my Spotify app on Android Auto? It sounds like it is coming from a tin can... Thanks!!

[@theshadow2171]

Do we know when Waze is going to be included in mulit screen feature?

[@sckreddy]

Great info. Is there any way for AA to display the weather info, like it did on the pre-coolwalk version?

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! My understanding is that the functionality is temporary disabled but they're planning on bringing it back

[@db-ro6ui]

Is there a light mode where the black background behind the icons is white? The black is too dark in my car. Apple carplay had a light mode

[@sasadoljan4240]

New update is fantastic especially who has 7" or 8" infotaiment in a car...

[@MikeLi1019]

Pleasantly surprised by this update last week. Too bad Mercedes still has that 7in display on a 10.5 inch screen!

[@eric146999]

And I'm going to sub today because they look very interesting

[@CarConfections]

Welcome to the Car Confections family!

[@46benson46]

I noticed in the new update that you don't have the ability to Mark police or crashes what happened to that button or am I missing it

[@hamerplayer1229]

Thanks been trying to figure out how to make full screen

[@rpatel9901]

AA connect by using Bluetooth or WIFI direct?

[@charmingarpit1982]

I bought a new BMW and the very same day I got this. Very satisfied with the new Android Auto UI.

[@Rrrrrrricky56789]

How’s the overall stability of android auto been?

[@charmingarpit1982]

@@Rrrrrrricky56789 For me it has been great. Obviously Apple Car Play is better though.

[@mboss_f8618]

I believe fullscreen only works for maps, not a bad thing.

[@chopjockey]

2:54 Default App closest to the driver. What about Right hand drive vehicles?

[@paulcaldwell43]

Does it have night n day camera front n back?

[@JohnDThornton1]

On the small screen next to the map, it used to show the radio station I was listening to .... then it showed news stations and also You Tube .... how do I get my radio stations back in this space??

[@PeterKelly74]

Great video, but one suggestion. When demonstrating google search or navigation, please silence that part in your video as you command "hey google" etc. My kitchen google home unit was quick to respond to your inquiry. Otherwise, great work!

[@CarConfections]

Thanks for the tip!

[@GlennLaycock]

I am now pretty sure I have it. I turned "widgets" on .. no idea what that does, but I will try a few things as right now it look pretty much like it did before .. but the icons did move to the bottom a couple weeks ago.

[@gamble1177]

Hang on a second... How did you get the heart button on the main screen without having to push the dot buttons at 8:38????? Also you don't have the 3 dots you have some kind of weird broadcast button.

[@richard135b7]

Thank you for that indepth tutorial! I have a question hopefully you can answer. I have a late model Mazda CX-5. How do I switch back and forth from Android Auto and the Mazda Infotainment/ Voice Command System?

[@CarConfections]

You're welcome! There is a button in Android Auto that says "return to Mazda" and that brings you back to the Mazda interface. Also, if you press the voice button once, Mazda's voice assistant will listen, but if you hold the button down, Google Assistant will listen. Hope this helps 👍

[@cetifoxproductions]

What launcher does that use?

[@bindervegas8006]

Very frustrating update. Can't resize anything. Swipe something away and have no idea how to get it back. The weather is now missing from the Google map. Can't figure out how to put anything else in the windows. Nothing in the settings helps. How do I choose what I want in the windows?

[@Erickguitar16]

When can we report when there is a cop up a head without unlinking my phone and using my google maps app to report one?

[@kenstudios]

I have version 8.8 but don't see a way to update it to 8.9 and I've tried uninstalling but still just 8.8 version. I'm I missing something? I'm using Samsung S22 ultra

[@diswaydatway3693]

I got my update a couple of days ago

[@darltonbrown4544]

My connection is with Motorola Dongle, Samsung Galaxy S22, and 2018 Honda CRV head unit. The problem is that using Google Assistant keeps resetting the app.

[@jackman2865]

Can you do a split screen on Waze. Even my old split screen. Waze can't?

[@mss627]

While Maps is a superior app, I find Waze's traffic and road warnings invaluable, particularly the road hazards. Maybe since they are now one team they can incorporate this feature.

[@JoeldelaCruz]

Cool to know, Martin. Thanks!

[@ionut3235]

how can I receive it and how do I know if it is compatible with what I have in the car?

[@71gnunez]

Where to buy that unit or what is the model number

[@wowerman]

Can you drop the pin on google maps to drive to it? Can you record whatsupp voice messages and send?

[@user-ep8wn3xf3y]

everytime i plug in with usb after a while it'll shutoff, why?

[@gsharks3333]

Why is the album cover is so tiny, compared to carplay?

[@HughGillespie-jz6ch]

Why does android auto can't stay connected to my kenwood DNR1008RVS whenever i am using maps?

[@steve23063]

The animations are about as smooth as on a Game Boy

[@CheenSiong]

Just got it on my 2015 Q5. I noticed similar 'lag' like yours when scrolling thru android auto list of apps in there, was it due to wireless transmission?

[@CarConfections]

I think they designed it to only scroll a page at a time instead of row by row for safety reasons

[@prashant-pu5me]

Challenge for me is that i want to hear my USB songs while using Android Auto. Somehow while using Android Auto, i only see Android playlist of my mobile. Any way to access Car usb drive within Android Auto?

[@davidwebster2616]

depends on the vehicle right? my Lincoln Navigator will probably have a different layout (?)

[@CarConfections]

Right. It will now adapt to whatever screen orientation you have.

[@jikae10]

Just downloaded the app today, and stumbled onto your page. Any way to change the default music app from Spotify to another music player or another app instead?

[@CarConfections]

I believe you can do that in the app settings on your phone. Thanks for watching!

[@eric146999]

Great video and it's mation what I want to know is somebody text you usually you reply right then in case it's busy what happens you're driving and you have to be in park to use the text message that's not going to help when you have an emergency just wondering that's what you were saying I could be wrong but I never update any of my applications until I completely have to their work just fine the way they are until they tell me

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! You can still respond to messages with your voice while driving, but if you are in park then you can tap on recommend text replies

[@stylebender6691]

Does the full screen also work for the hyundai i30 fastback 2022 (facelift version with the bigger screen)?

[@CarConfections]

Some Hyundai and Kia models may need an update to make full screen work. Check online or with your local dealership for specific model details

[@fondoo]

i have a Oneplus 7 Pro with Android OS 12 and the Android Auto is v9.1.631044-release. is that the latest version of android auto????

[@reyesjaramillo1111]

So how do you switch what side the buttons are on? When it first updated maps were on the left and everything else on the right. Now maps and those side buttons are on the right. Now sure what happened. Any advice on how to switch it back?

[@illcryst]

If you goto the android auto settings on your phone, try switching the drivers side setting to left or right. It might help....

[@dalehuhtala9285]

I hope Genesis will now update their infotainment system to allow Coolwalk to use the whole screen. Genesis has an even wider screen than the BMW here and it uses that last 1/4 of it to display Genesis widgets. We need a way to remove that to get to full screen.

[@nobodynobody1235]

U might want to check if you need to update the car head unit firmware, I did on my KIA and full screen enabled.

[@84848AR]

​@BL how do you upgrade it? At dealership? How much is it to upgrade?

[@nobodynobody1235]

@@84848AR go online diy

[@patrickrose1629]

How do I get the outside air temperature to display, like it used to? I have a 2018 Chevrolet Colorado with 8" screen and the OEM displays outside air temp, when I don't use Android Auto.

[@CarConfections]

That's a good question. I also noticed that change. In most cars you can still find temp in the gauge cluster so I wonder if they got rid of it?

[@CarConfections]

www.autoevolution.com/news/top-android-auto-coolwalk-feature-missing-confusion-erupts-209694.html

[@vfhondas]

It's nice, but I lost my temperature display, kinda bummed about that. But I did read today that they are working on it.

[@TheMybulls1990]

I noticed that to I just ask Google what the temperature is now

[@olegvorkunov5400]

I still do not have coolwalk. Galaxy s20 5g and Nissan rogue platinum.

[@bill3901]

does this update support wireless AA for Elantra with on board navigation?

[@CarConfections]

Hyundai hasn't added that functionality to the Elantra yet

[@jempatel1602]

I don't see this layout. How can I get a newer Android auto?

[@Jose_Kurian]

Google maps is missing in between

[@84848AR]

I hate it. I have a 10 inch screen. Non touch, wired on a galaxy 22 ultra. It always says my Google maps isn't working and to retry. Well I click retry and it just doesn't work. Also if I'm listening to music, since I can't use maps, the screen stays small and the rest of my screen is all black. It doesnt open to a full screen. It's trash so far for my car and I spend 15 mins everytime I get in the car just to try and make it work. So disappointed, wish I just had the regular one back. That one never failed to load the maps and I would get full screens.

[@emilioteam4053]

I have a mercedes class b with 10.25 inch display and unfortunately the AA coolwalk interface is not displayed in full screen ... do you think it could be an update? Thank you

[@CarConfections]

In some vehicles, you may have to change the system settings to allow for full screen. Not sure about Mercedes specifically but we had to do that for our Hyundai.

[@kennglee]

I just got a 2023 Accord Touring. How do I figure out what version of Android Auto I have? If it’s not the latest, how do I initiate the latest download? Is the software versions different for each auto manufacturer?

[@CarConfections]

Congrats on your new Accord! Android Auto actually has nothing to do with your car. Just update to the latest version of the app on your phone, and you should see the new version on any vehicle you're in 👍

[@dimitritrotsiuk3897]

Apples CarPlay developers are watching and making notes right now

[@RyanEllerbe]

I hate that on my truck the navigation is in the bottom and I want it on the left like yours.

[@AV50isME]

Hi! i find Waze more usefull for maps.

[@Jaymison]

My hasn't updated. I don't know why. Can someone please help 🙏🙏

[@amyparent9302]

My fb messenger doesn't come through anymore. :(

[@tahran5782]

Got an android phone

[@everythingandnothing1463]

I wish I can use Bluetooth headphones with Android auto natively.

[@jgoincomedy5837]

Great review!!! I'll even forgive you for waking up every google device in my house 😡😡😡

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! And sorry about that haha

[@jgoincomedy5837]

@@CarConfections haha its all good . I was just teasing.

[@boozer74]

Is this your personal car? You guys should do a video of what you guys drive if you have not already.

[@Reddylion]

Nice android auto.

[@hyde4never]

Is andrioid auto able to use google map when there is no reciption? For example, when I driving into a national park and there is no receiption, is google map still working? If not, is there a way to use the google map when there is no reciption? Please let me know, thank you.

[@CarConfections]

On the Google Maps app on your phone you can download online maps. Then it will continue to work on AA without reception

[@HowToChannel92]

My Mercedes e class 2019, with the same long screen, cuts 1/3rd of the screen with a fixed android logo. Is there a way i canvdo something to make it full screen?

[@CarConfections]

Mercedes has to update the software to add support for full screen AA. I would suggest making sure you have the latest Mercedes software update because they might have added it. Our Hyundai added it 6 months ago, for example.

[@anthonyhardison3398]

I haven't received it yet...how will I know if I do get it??

[@CarConfections]

It'll just be there when you plug in one day. A nice surprise

[@kito1san]

Why can't they give an option to also screen mirror the phone.

[@MK1l]

It's a great design only if you have a large screen like in your car. I have a 2023 volkswagen troc and the screen is 8 inches which doesn't make sense to have split screen, also I didn't like the fact that they removed a dedicated home screen button and often you need to press twice to navigate to the home screen The round design with apps like Spotify and KZbin music was way cooler than the square shaped buttons in the new update. I feel like they're trying to look like apple car play which is a very ugly interface

[@G20Storm]

This doesn't look like some of the betas that's I've seen online

[@anuarrama]

2023❤

[@samkatz2894]

Are you in the new 7-Series?

[@josephpayton9151]

3 series

[@saimon33]

Can you use waze instead of google maps?

[@CarConfections]

Yes, you can use several navigation apps that are offered on the Play store

[@santhosekrishna]

What is the infotainment you are using?

[@CarConfections]

This is a BMW with iDrive 8.0

[@billbuss7542]

Does anyone have a problem with this not loading properly or at all?

[@chalkus]

It didn't filly my screen. Pointless change for me.

[@wickrema8539]

Does it allow access to FM radio?

[@CarConfections]

Yes