When you think of Android Automotive, you probably think of cars, EVs to be specific. But that’s not the only...
  • SHOW_ME_YOUR_ASSHOLE@lemm.eeEnglish
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    21 days ago

    I’ve been eyeing those cheap Android Auto screens on Amazon to replace my aging Garmin on my KTM.

    Anyone know if I can use other map software besides Google maps? I like Google maps for on road navigation but i do a lot of off pavement travel and would like the option of using Caltopo or OSM.

    • meowMix2525@lemm.eeEnglish
      3·
      20 days ago

      So no- you’re not locked in to google maps, but not all apps necessarily have a frontend/GUI written for Android auto to use. I know for a fact you can use like waze for example, and I’m almost certain you’ll find something with AA compatibility if you go looking, but I’ve never done that myself so I can’t say for sure what else is out there.