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Android Auto 2024: A New Look for Music Lovers
TL;DR:
- Android Auto version 13.4 is rolling out a refreshed media player UI.
- The update brings smaller album art, rearranged buttons, and a relocated progress bar.
- A new font completes the makeover, adding a polished look to the updated interface.
Android Auto users are in for a treat as Google has started rolling out a refreshed media player as part of Android Auto version 13.4. This is one of the biggest interface changes for the platform since its major revamp last year. According to 9to5Google, many Android Auto users are already seeing this new design.
What’s New?
The first noticeable change is the smaller album art, now located on the left side. In the previous design, the media progress bar was underneath the cover art. Now, it’s situated on the right side. This rearrangement creates a cleaner and more organized look.
In addition to the redesigned album art, the media player’s buttons now fill the full width of the display. This change was likely made to improve the overall appearance of the player and make it easier to navigate.
A New Font Completes the Makeover
The update also introduces a new font, adding to the overall polished look of the updated interface. While the new design may appear a bit plain with too much empty space, it certainly feels more modern and sleek.
What’s Next?
While the screenshot only depicts Spotify’s media player UI, it’s likely that the same UI tweaks will be applied to other music streaming services like YouTube Music and Apple Music, as all Android Auto streaming apps share a consistent design.
A Glimpse into the Future?
9to5Google speculates that this redesign might be setting the stage for Google’s rumored "Car Media" feature, which could allow Android Auto to handle local car media, including radio stations. For now, if you’re running Android Auto 13.4, keep an eye out for this new look.
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