Tech Desk 
Jun 26, 2024
Android Auto, one of the most popular apps, that connects your smartphone to your car's infotainment system, has been recently hit by a wave of connection issues that has left the users stranded.
However, the app’s latest upgrades were rolled out between May and June which frustrated the users who were unable to connect their devices with their cars. The issue occurring has been reported by both wired and wireless users, with no clear solution in sight.
Users took this issue to social media and stated that the connection issues started to appear suddenly and came in without any warning, leaving the users wondering what's gone wrong with the app after receiving recent upgrades.
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The problem seems to affect mostly the wired connections, but wireless users are also reporting that they are also facing the same issues. The Android Auto community is no stranger to connection troubles, but this latest wave seems to be more widespread than usual.
Reportedly, Android Auto versions 11.7, 11.8, and 11.9 are the most frequent versions having the issue. These versions are the most widely available for the users, but the latest version, 12.2, seems to be unaffected by this unexpected issue.
The exact cause of the issue is still unknown, but it's believed to be related to updates on Google's end. The connection issues have left many users stranded, unable to access their music, navigation, and other essential features while driving.
