Google Maps on Android Auto has recently unveiled a new feature that brings 3D buildings into view. While the availability of this feature has gradually expanded, we have obtained some new information on this topic.
While 3D buildings have been available on Google Maps for several years, they were rarely used for navigation. Google has been actively showcasing this feature on smartphone screens when using the map, but its display on Android Auto has only just begun.
Now, this feature is more widely accessible. When using Android Auto in our cars, we noticed that 3D buildings are displayed on Android Auto. Interestingly, the new appearance is enabled by default. While Google Maps only displays 3D buildings if manually enabled on smartphones, it is automatically enabled on Android Auto.
To disable the display of 3D buildings, simply go to the settings of Google Maps and turn off this feature.
It is worth noting that 3D buildings are only displayed in light mode on Android Auto. Based on my testing, switching the interface to dark mode makes the buildings disappear, but when reverting back to light mode (if available in my car), they reappear quickly. However, when this feature was initially introduced, 3D buildings were displayed even in dark mode, indicating that this might be region-dependent or that Google simply removed this feature in dark mode.
At this year’s CES, Google confirmed that this feature is also available in Google Maps on Android Auto on native platforms in vehicles such as Polestar 3.
In addition, Google Maps has made some minor changes to the buttons that appear upon reaching your destination, providing clearer patterns with two distinct buttons.
Are you displaying 3D buildings on Android Auto? Do you like it?
More about Android Auto:
Android Auto is Google’s platform that integrates smartphone functionality into a car’s entertainment and navigation system.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. What is the new feature of Google Maps on Android Auto?
– Currently, Google Maps on Android Auto displays 3D buildings.
2. How long have 3D buildings been available on Google Maps?
– 3D buildings have been available on Google Maps for several years, but their display on Android Auto started recently.
3. Are 3D buildings enabled by default on Android Auto?
– Yes, the new appearance of 3D buildings on Android Auto is enabled by default.
4. How can I disable the display of 3D buildings on Android Auto?
– To disable the display of 3D buildings, go to the settings of Google Maps and turn off this feature.
5. Are 3D buildings only displayed in light mode on Android Auto?
– Yes, 3D buildings are only displayed in light mode on Android Auto.
6. Does the functionality of 3D buildings in dark mode vary depending on the region?
– There is no confirmed information, but it is possible that it varies depending on the region. Alternatively, Google may have simply removed this feature in dark mode.
7. Is this feature also available on other native platforms in vehicles?
– Yes, the functionality of 3D buildings is available on native platforms in vehicles, such as Polestar 3, in Google Maps on Android Auto.
8. What changes did Google make to the buttons in Google Maps upon arrival?
– Google Maps has made minor changes to the buttons that appear upon arrival, providing clearer patterns with two distinct buttons.
Definitions:
- Android Auto: Google’s platform that integrates smartphone functionality into a car’s entertainment and navigation system. (Source: android.com)
- Google Maps: Google’s mapping and navigation service. (Source: google.com/maps)
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