Recent updates to Android Auto, particularly version 17.2, are crashing for beta users. This disrupts functionality, reverting to the car's native systems after a few minutes of use, affecting user experience significantly.
Recent updates for Android Auto, specifically version 17.2, have led to increased reports of crashes among users. Many have noted that these crashes occur shortly after starting the app, forcing a return to the car's native infotainment system.
This issue appears to be most pronounced in users who are part of the Android Auto beta testing program.
The problems seem primarily linked to Android Auto 17.2, but version 17.1 also shows signs of crashing. In contrast, the stable version, Android Auto 17.0, has not been reported to have these issues, although 17.1 is available on the stable track as well.
Users experiencing crashes report that the app disconnects after nearly any interaction, such as using maps or media playback. These disconnections occur frequently, disrupting the driving experience.
For users affected by these crashes, there are options to downgrade back to a stable version of Android Auto. This can be achieved by leaving the Play Store beta program, using the 'uninstall updates' option in Android settings, or sideloading an older APK version.
Further feedback from users can be found on platforms like Reddit and Google's forums, where shared experiences and solutions are being discussed. This ongoing community engagement may assist in identifying the scope of the issue and potential fixes.
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Recent updates to Android Auto, particularly version 17.2, are crashing for beta users. This disrupts functionality, reverting to the car's native systems after a few minutes of use, affecting user experience significantly.