So even if you use a wired connection (or a wireless one, it’s the same thing) for Android Auto, you still need a Bluetooth connection for you to be able to take your calls in the car. Obviously, this means that no other Android device can connect to your car’s dashboard while Android Auto is running.
So despite most of Android Auto running through the cable, the Bluetooth is used for phone calls. As a matter of fact, all head units installed in a car must support audio over USB because Android Auto sends the music audio over USB.
Another common query is “Can I use Android Auto over Bluetooth?”.
Unfortunately, Android Auto wireless is not available on all phones and vehicles. It’s not possible to use Android Auto over Bluetooth alone, since Bluetooth can’t transmit enough data to handle the feature.
* Example: Bluetooth is used for phone calls via HFP (Hands Free Protocol). A: Android manufactures implement a variety of Bluetooth standards as well as Hardware So. C’s ( System on a Chip ). Android Auto needs to work reliably in your vehicle so the standard is to connect over Bluetooth HFP for voice calls.
Why is Bluetooth used when Android Auto has USB connection?
A: Bluetooth does not have enough bandwidth to render audio & video for Android Auto. Q : Why is Bluetooth used when Android Auto has a USB connection? * Example: Bluetooth is used for phone calls via HFP (Hands Free Protocol).
Does Android Auto need to be plugged in?
When you get into your car with Android Auto, there are two things you need to do, plug it in and have it connected to Bluetooth. It should connect to Bluetooth automatically, however. Now, if it connects via Bluetooth, why do we need it plugged in?
Why is my Bluetooth not working on my Android?
Make sure you have Bluetooth option in Android Auto’s settings is turned on. It should turn on automatically, but sometimes it doesn’t, so it’s a good place to look for errors if you’re having problems. It’s recommended that you have the latest Android OS version if you’re using Android Auto, so if you don’t, check if there is an update available.
Why won’t my Android Auto Connect to my car?
Some people have noticed that if you plug your phone in before establishing a Bluetooth connection to your car – it will almost always fail. So if you have problems, try to connect your phone to your car before plugging it in. Make sure you have Bluetooth option in Android Auto’s settings is turned on.