AutoMate - Car Dashboard 2.0.3.1 (Android 4.1+)
AutoMate takes some design cues from Android Auto, for example the nav icons at the bottom of the screen. They're in the same order and even use most of the same icons. The functionality is a bit different, though. In general, AutoMate has more features, but that's because it's not using the intentionally dumbed down Auto interface for apps. It also has some features that Google probably wouldn't want to implement for liability reasons (eg. speeding and traffic camera alerts).
What's new
Version 2.0 brings many improvements to AutoMate!
Redesigned maps screen, speedometer, road name, speed limit
Built-in navigation now available with AutoMate maps
Redesigned home screen
Updated music screen, 30 second skip buttons for podcasts
Redesigned bottom navigation, hide any unused screens
Theme support
Quick toggles accessible by tapping the top action bar
Swipe from left or right edge to change screens
View all changes at: www.bitspice.net/automate/updates.html
Redesigned maps screen, speedometer, road name, speed limit
Built-in navigation now available with AutoMate maps
Redesigned home screen
Updated music screen, 30 second skip buttons for podcasts
Redesigned bottom navigation, hide any unused screens
Theme support
Quick toggles accessible by tapping the top action bar
Swipe from left or right edge to change screens
View all changes at: www.bitspice.net/automate/updates.html
Ratings
Speed (4/5) – Performance was never really an issue with the app. Of course, there were some aspects that could have ran slightly faster.
Features (5/5) – There is definitely no shortage of features with this app. You could even say there are a little too many features.
Theme (4/5) – The app has a unique and pretty design that both looks good and keeps distraction to a minimum. The added ability to set custom backgrounds in the app can slightly change the look if you don’t like the default.
Overall (4/5) – Despite still being in beta, this app is really impressive. Tons of features and a unique design make this app a must-have for anybody who drives a lot in their daily life.
Pros
Features (5/5) – There is definitely no shortage of features with this app. You could even say there are a little too many features.
Theme (4/5) – The app has a unique and pretty design that both looks good and keeps distraction to a minimum. The added ability to set custom backgrounds in the app can slightly change the look if you don’t like the default.
Overall (4/5) – Despite still being in beta, this app is really impressive. Tons of features and a unique design make this app a must-have for anybody who drives a lot in their daily life.
Pros
Ability to incorporate many different services such as Google Play Music and Google Maps.
Hands-free, distraction-free use for drivers.
Cons
Hands-free, distraction-free use for drivers.
Cons
App is still in beta, which means there are a few bugs here and there.
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