Many drivers use Android Auto because this tool integrates smartphone applications directly into the vehicle. Something that many of these drivers may not know about Android Auto is that there is a "God Mode" hidden that allows advanced users to access additional options and further customize their experience. If you want to learn how to activate this mode, as well as its benefits and some tricks to get the most out of it, you are in the right place.
Activate God Mode in Android Auto
To activate God Mode on Android Auto, follow these steps:
- Connect your device to the car and open the Android Auto app on your mobile.
- Within the settings menu, look for the «Version and package information» and touch it repeatedly until the developer options.
- After these are activated, you can access these options from the three points of the initial panel in Android Auto.
God Mode Features
Night and day mode
In the developer options, you can set the night, day or auto mode. In addition, you can decide whether the automatic mode will be controlled by the car or by the mobile phone.
Install applications from unknown sources
God Mode also lets you install apps from unknown sources, a classic Android feature. Always remember download apps from trusted sources to avoid security problems.
Minigames and other applications
Android Auto now includes mini-games and other useful apps. For example, since version 7.7 of Android Auto, the "Coolwalk" mode is now available, which allows split screen and use multiple apps at the same time, something similar to what Apple CarPlay offers.
Tricks and tips for using Android Auto in God Mode
Using music apps
You can use both Spotify like YouTube Music. The latter offers an interface more integrated into Android Auto. The new interface of YouTube Music makes navigation easy without having to constantly go back.
Fermata Player vs Carstream
For those who want more customization, applications like Fermata Player allow video playback, while Carstream makes it easy to play YouTube within Android Auto. These applications must be installed from external sources and offer functionality that is not available by default.
Widgets and Mirroring
In God Mode you can also add widgets and use mirroring to see your mobile screen directly in Android Auto. It can be used for advanced navigation applications or to have faster access to the functions of your device.
Calendar and navigation
A trick you can use from now on is to add the location to your calendar events. When you have a scheduled event with a location, Android Auto will show you the option to navigate directly to that location from the calendar app.
Using Waze
Waze, a popular GPS navigation app, offers excellent integration with Android Auto. Waze shows sections in construction, traffic jams and gas stations nearby directly on the map.
