What's The Difference Between Android Automotive And Google Built-In?
One is a set of apps while the other can run almost everything inside of a car.
Despite the popularity of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, car manufacturers are moving away from these phone mirroring applications in favor of native infotainment systems. Google, for its part, has supported this transition through Android Automotive and Google Built-in, two in-car infotainment software stacks that place Android's popular OS into your car. For instance, GM has moved away from Android Auto in favor of a Google Built-in solution since 2023. Automakers tout such moves as bringing a more seamless connection between a driver and their vehicle. But some customers continue to meet these changes with a mix of anger and confusion, with some lamenting that built-in systems are likely intended to open new revenue streams, either through subscription models or the sale of driver data, rather than provide a better driving experience.
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