eWeLink Expands Smart Home Control to Android Auto
Bringing apps to Android Auto and CarPlay has become a priority for software developers worldwide, as users increasingly expect a seamless and uninterrupted experience when driving. With systems like Android Auto and CarPlay, users can stay connected to their apps and interact with their mobile devices safely.
This week, eWeLink, an application that allows users to control their smart homes from their mobile devices, announced its availability on Android Auto. The latest version of eWeLink, version 5.7, now includes support for Android Auto, enabling users to easily activate preset smart home actions directly from their car’s display.
The integration of eWeLink on Android Auto brings essential smart home control actions within easy reach. Users can now control actions like opening and closing the garage door with just a tap on the Android Auto interface, eliminating the need to handle their mobile devices while driving. All smart home scenes must be configured on the smartphone, with the data seamlessly available on Android Auto when connected to the vehicle.
To access eWeLink on Android Auto, users simply need to update the application to version 5.7 or later. Once the supported version is installed, the app icon will appear on Android Auto when the mobile device is connected to the vehicle. If the app does not show up, users should ensure that eWeLink is up-to-date on their phone.
Smart home apps like eWeLink make perfect sense on phone mirroring systems like Android Auto and CarPlay, offering users convenient control over their smart homes without the need to unlock their mobile devices. As the Android Auto app ecosystem continues to expand, Google has announced a new project that will automatically bring apps built for large screens to Android Auto.
Google’s initiative, set to launch this year, will scan apps on the Play Store to determine their compatibility with Android Auto, allowing developers to submit requests for their apps to be included in the car experience. This program will also target Android Automotive, Google’s embedded OS designed for new-generation vehicles.