Here we are going to talk about everything on Android Auto BMW compatibility, advantages and related things.

Additionally, we have listed some methods to add more apps on Android Auto,

Software Solutions

WheelPal

InCar

Hardware Solutions

Carlinkit AI Box

Ottocast AI Box

Android Auto on BMW Car

Android Auto is supported for BMW cars, and it is wireless on BMW car models. You can access essential features of your Android phone on the BMW car screen. Calls, messages, navigation, and Google voice assistant.

Advantages of the Android Auto BMW

  • Most importantly, you can have Google Assistant for all your mobile work.
  • Set reminders, check your appointments, and calendar.
  • Get real-time updates and all navigation for your vehicle, including traffic details and others.
  • Make calls, answer calls and send a busy text while rejecting calls.
  • Listen to your received messages and send text messages using google assistant.
  • Use Smart digital features such as Android Digital CarKey
  • Use WhatsApp, Messenger, Hangouts, email, etc, using Google Assistant while you’re driving safely.
  • Listen to your favorite playlists and easily change the song.

What are the Android Auto-Compatible BMW Car Models?

  • 1 Series 2020-
  • 2 Series 2020-
  • 3 Series 2019-
  • 4 Series 2021-
  • 5 Series 2020-
  • 6 Series 2020-
  • 7 Series 2020-
  • 8 Series 2019-
  • X3 2020-
  • X4 2020-
  • X5 2019-
  • X6 2020-
  • X7 2019-
  • Z4 2019-

How to Install Android Auto BMW

So how to connect your Android Auto to your BMW? You need to be careful with the section of the right input. Otherwise, you need to restart the whole process. Here is the step by step guide to setting up Android Auto for your BMW. So here all you need to use Android Auto on your car is an iDrive controller, steering wheel buttons, and Google Assistant.

  1. Open the OEM menu from your car stereo.
  2. Select the multimedia option.
  3. Then select external devices.
  4. After that, choose the Aux front option.
  5. Then set up the volume settings as you need and test
  6. Subsequently, exit from the menu.
  7. Hold the menu button using the iDrive controller till the MMI sub-menu pops up.
  8. Then plug in the Android device.
  9. After the pop-up, Google navigates. Now, press and hold the talk button on the steering wheel.
  10.  This will open the Google Assistant feature.
  11.  Now test by requesting a location or any.
  12.  To try the Android Auto-link, double-tap the back button.
  13.  Choose the mirroring.
  14.  Download the Android Auto Link app to your mobile.
  15.  Then select the Android Auto link on the stereo.
Android Auto BMW

What are the Android Auto BMW Compatible Apps?

  • Google Maps
  • Waze
  • Spotify
  • Google Play Music
  • Messenger
  • Tidal
  • Whatsapp
  • Podcast
  • Hangout
  • Telegram
  • Kik
  • VLC player
  • WeChat
  • Skype
  • ABC new
  • Email
  • MS Teams
  • Pandora
  • iHeartRadio
  • Amazon Music
  • Audible
  • MyRadar
  • SiriusXM
  • TIDAL
  • Deezer

source: https://www.android.com/auto/

https://www.bmw.com/en/innovation/bmw-android-auto.html

Add Any App on Android Auto with Software Solutions

WheelPal

WheelPal is an Android Auto upgrade software solution that can add more apps to Android Auto. YouTube, Netflix, etc can be added to Android Auto with the solutions given by WheelPal.

CarStream, Fermata Auto, AA Mirror, etc have been listed as the software solutions. Some of solutions need rooted Android phone and some don't.


Step guide for WheelPal App installation.

Disclaimer: Rooting means removing Google's restriction on Android, it may violate Google's policies, Therefore it may cause for warranty voids and security issues. The recommended way is not to root the Android device and if you like to root please do it with your own caution.

InCar

InCar app is an Android Auto upgrade software. It can simulate Android Auto screen on your Android phone. Also included YouTube, Netflix, etc on the interface.


This is compatible with all Android phones and versions.

Add Any App on Android Auto with Hardware Solutions

Carlinkit AI Box

Carlinkit AI Box


Carlinkit is one of the famous brands of Android Auto AI box. Carlinkit AI box can enable playing Netflix, YouTube, TikTok, etc, on the Android Auto screen.

Features:

  • Enables YouTube, Netflix, TikTok, etc on Android Auto
  • Supports cars with built-in Android Auto
  • Automatic connection after the initial connection
  • Works with Android 11 and later versions
  • 8+128 GB RAM+ROM
  • Android 13 operating system
  • Wired to wireless Android Auto

Ottocast AI Box

Ottocast AI Box


Ottocast AI Box is another AI box that allows to add more apps on the Android Auto screen. No need of rooting Android phone and can play YouTube, Netflix and other video content on Android Auto.

Features:

  • Enables YouTube, Netflix, TikTok, etc on Android Auto
  • Supports cars with built-in Android Auto
  • Automatic connection after the initial connection
  • Works with Android 11 version to the latest
  • Compatible with all Android phones
  • 8+128 GB RAM+ROM
  • OTA update system (over the air)
  • Android 13 operating system
  • Wired to wireless Android Auto option

So if you are a BMW owner you can try these apps on Android Auto. And we: carplayhacks have secrets like Android Auto YouTube tips which you can enjoy non default apps on your Android Auto. You can simply find these tricks in our blog.

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