Android Auto rolling out upgraded WhatsApp support
Meta has confirmed a revamped experience for WhatsApp on Android Auto and CarPlay, delivering better support for drivers behind the wheel.
Skip to main content Meta has confirmed a revamped experience for WhatsApp on Android Auto and CarPlay, delivering better support for drivers behind the wheel. Rolling out now, WhatsApp for Android Auto is getting a refresh that makes it easier to use the app while driving. Specifically, Meta explains that you can now “make calls, see your call history, and reach your favorites” from Android Auto with voice commands.
We’ve completely refreshed the WhatsApp care audio experience. Now you can hear and respond to messages, make calls, see your call history, and reach your favorites – hands-free and right from your car’s screen. No images of the updated Android Auto app were provided, but there is a look at the CarPlay counterpart: This is long overdue.
Advertisement - scroll for more content WhatsApp on Android Auto has been working on call support for ages now, with Google initially announcing support for WhatsApp calls in the car way back in 2023. The updated experience is rolling out now. More on Android Auto: Android Auto finally starts rolling out a speedometer in Google Maps Android Auto is preparing a redesigned media player with quicker access to more buttons [Gallery] Google still hasn’t fixed my biggest problem with Gemini on Android Auto [Video] Follow Ben: Twitter/X, Threads, Bluesky, and Instagram FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.
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