Latest Android Auto update could turn your cars cameras into a free dash cam

Date:
Thu, 03 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Description:
Android Auto has added a free dash cam app that uses your car's in-built cameras.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Android Auto has a new free dash cam app It uses the car's in-built cameras to
capture the road Car manufacturers will need to customize the app for their cars

If you want to add some extra security to your car or keep a record of whats happening on the road while you drive, then youve probably thought about picking up one of the best dash cams. But you might soon be able to rely just on your cars in-built cameras and Android Auto to do the job.

Thats because Google has recently rolled out a new free Dashcam App via Android Auto, which car manufacturers can easily integrate into the services their vehicles offer (spotted by Android Authority ).

A few cars already include dash cam services using their cameras, but these had to be designed by each car maker.

With Google offering this generic service via Android Auto, many drivers are hoping us included that manufacturers yet to add this kind of service to their vehicles finally will because Google has made the process much simpler for them. With Android Auto you may no longer need a dash cam (Image credit: Future)

The documentation Google has released is quite in-depth because its aimed at software developers looking to adapt its app to fit their vehicles, so weve parsed through it and picked some highlights.

For example, the app recommends you use external storage to keep video recordings so you dont instantly fill your cars internal storage. We also
know that the dash cam service will start automatically when it detects certain triggers, like driving over a certain speed. These customization options potentially let you design your ideal dash cam setup depending on
your needs.

Developers can also set up options for notifications, limits on how long
files will be stored for before being deleted, and a streaming_module reference has us thinking you might be able to remotely view your cars dash cam clips remotely from another device. Android Auto already has plenty of useful tools (Image credit: Google Play)

Now, Googles Android Auto app system isnt quite as perfect as an actual dash cam.

For one, this new system will only work if your car has cameras, and if it does, the cameras dont usually look at whats happening inside the car something you can get from dash cams.

For another, you cant simply install Android Autos dash cam today youll have to wait for your vehicle to get support for it in an update.

But as more vehicles boast cameras to help with parking, basic self-driving capabilities, road sign detection, and other driver-assistance features, this Android Auto update will be a big upgrade for many of our cars and could quickly become one of Android Autos best features. You might also like I love the twin cameras and 4K clarity of the Ombar DC42 Dash Cam, and it's cheap
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