Android Auto 13.4 Beta Testing Floating Toolbar (APK Download & Breakdown)
After a long wait, Google has started releasing beta update for Android Auto. The latest Android Auto 13.4 beta update is testing floating toolbar for apps and widgets. It also adds new HD Radio playlist ranging from sports to hip hop. The previous versions featured new charging connectors like NACS from Tesla and Type 6 & LECCS (Light Electric Combined Charging System) for light EVs such as scooters. Our APK Breakdown series unveils everything new in latest Android Auto 13.4. Also, download the latest APK below.
The last few updates to Android Auto were released directly to the stable version, skipping beta versions entirely. Android Auto 13+ skipped the beta version entirely.
What’s New in Android Auto 13.4?
The latest update is testing Floating Toolbar. In the context of Android UI, it typically refers to a transient toolbar that appears temporarily over the main UI to provide contextual actions or quick access to commonly used functionality.
We found the following code in Android Auto 13.4 APK:
<public type=”style” name=”Base.Widget.Material3.FloatingToolbar”/>
<public type=”color” name=”m3_floating_toolbar_vibrant_icon_button_container_color_selector”/>
<public type=”color” name=”m3_floating_toolbar_vibrant_icon_button_text_color_selector”/>
<public type=”style” name=”ThemeOverlay.Material3.FloatingToolbar.Horizontal”/>
<public type=”style” name=”ThemeOverlay.Material3.FloatingToolbar.Horizontal.Vibrant”/>
<public type=”style” name=”ThemeOverlay.Material3.FloatingToolbar.Vertical”/>
<public type=”style” name=”ThemeOverlay.Material3.FloatingToolbar.Vertical.Vibrant”/>
While we couldn’t find the new floating toolbars, there could be several usecases for the same:
It could be used in Navigation as quick controls for switching between map views, zooming, or toggling traffic layers. Media Controls like play, pause, skip, or change playlists could be available. Reply or dismiss messages and calls.
Added support for more cars:
Following the Lucid Motors, Android Auto adds support for new cars from OEMs like Hyundai and Lincoln.
<public name=”_ic_oem_lincoln__0_res_0x7f080038″/>
<public name=”_ic_oem_lincoln__1″/>
<public name=”ic_oem_hyundai_c”/>
<public name=”ic_oem_hyundai_c”>
HD Radio playlist for Android Auto
If you have been following out previous Android Auto coverage, we revealed that Google is testing Radio feature for cars. Android Auto 13.3 beta takes it one step further by featuring a range of radio playlist options. It also includes a new HD radio logo.
The radio options range from classic rock, country, drama, hip hop, jazz, and more. See the full list below.
Autofill for Android Auto
The latest Android Auto version 13.3 introduces support for Autofill, potentially simplifying tasks like logging into apps such as Spotify or automatically entering saved Google account details like your name and address.
For those unfamiliar, Android Autofill is a feature designed to simplify filling out forms and input fields across different apps on Android devices. By reducing the need for manual data entry, it saves time and minimizes errors.
This functionality extends to Autofill services provided by apps like password managers, which can securely store user data and automatically populate fields in other applications.
We found the following code
<public type=”string” name=”autofill”/>
Android Auto now supports Type 6, LECCS (Light Electric Combined Charging System) and NACS for Tesla and non-Tesla.
The Type 6 and LECCS charging standard is used in like EVs like electric bikes or scooters, especially in India. With NACS, it now supports EVs with NACS charger like some Ford, GM, Kia, Volvo, Rivian EVs.
Read more about it from our previous coverage of Android Auto 13.2.
Also read about the new features in Android Auto here:
- We have revealed new features like the new System Health Metrics, Car Radio Controls feature, new notification app badges, new animations, support for new OEM cars like Lucid in the past.
- Google may be testing Gemini Live assistant for Android Auto.
- Android Auto Now Features Google Maps Incident Reporting, here’s how to enable.
- Google Maps will now show live speed alongside the speed limit for the route. As for Android Auto, it will most likely be released in the next update.
Download Android Auto 13.4 APK
New Android Auto 13.4.144904 stable APK is now available for download. Get the APK and sideload onto your phone. Or, sign up for beta and get it officially from the Google Play Store.
- Android Auto APK 13.4 stable (arm64)
Download Android Auto from Play Store
The official Android Auto listing is now available on Play Store. However, the latest version takes some time to reflect as it is a phased update. As an alternative, download APK from above or sign up for beta version.
