Android Auto 18 beta reveals Google’s next big car makeover
Apart from the new UI, the platform is also preparing Gemini personalization, new font tech, and more.
Google has begun the beta rollout of Android Auto 18.0. According to Android Authority, the beta hints at an upcoming "Cielo" redesign that could provide a refreshed interface for car infotainment screens. This update may include new font technology, Gemini personalization controls, and new Work Profile assets to manage work notifications, though none of these features have been confirmed for public release.
9to5Google reports that a teardown of the latest version revealed a "cielo_launcher" asset, which serves as a potential indication that "Cielo" is the codename for the redesign. While 9to5Google noted the current update lacks new user-facing features and likely contains assorted bug fixes, Android Authority suggests the beta offers clues regarding the platform's major upgrade.
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