Users Report Android Auto Connection Problems After Android 16 Update

Android Auto reports annoying connection interference (photo: x @computerhoy)

JAKARTA - Many Android Auto users report annoying connection glitches after updating their phones to Android 16. Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel users are the most affected.

Along with the spread of Android 16 distribution to various devices, a number of Android Auto users have complained that the app cannot connect properly to their car's infotainment system.

Based on reports in Google support forums, this problem is more common in devices that have just been updated to Android 16 compared to devices that have used the system from the start.

Some users reported that after the update, Android Auto only worked briefly before the car screen went black for about 1015 seconds, then displayed a unable to connect message. This interference occurs both in the cable and wireless connections.

Pixel And Samsung Users Most Affected

The most complaints came from Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy mobile users who had just received the Android 16 update. Interim efforts such as removing the Android Auto app cache or reinstalling it can indeed improve connections for a while, but problems usually come back after a while.

Some affected users have shared the steps that can be tried to solve this problem. One method that is quite effective is uninstalling Android Auto updates, then reinstalling them via the Google Play Store. Another way is to clear cache and Android Auto application storage data.

Users are also advised to ensure that their car and phone system settings are correct, including USB, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi cable settings.

The exact reason why this problem only occurs in certain combinations between cell phones and cars is still unknown. Until now, the number of verified reports is not too large, but it is enough to attract the attention of Android Auto's user community.

For users who are still experiencing problems after trying the steps above, the only remaining solution at this time is to wait for an official update from Google which is expected to fix the bug soon