Google is rolling out Android Auto beta 11.5, introducing the long-awaited AI-powered Notification Summaries feature that promises to improve interaction with notifications through Assistant.
The collaboration between Google and Samsung has opened up new avenues for Android Auto, notably with the introduction of exclusive features for the Galaxy S24 range in January. These AI-powered innovations, aim to make driving not only more intuitive but also safer. This partnership highlights convenient features such as route suggestions, automatic sending of estimated arrival time and the ability to make calls via simple voice commands, reducing the need for manual manipulation.
In February, Google provided details on another major breakthrough for Android Auto : AI message summaries, powered by Google Assistant. This feature is designed to simplify the management of long texts and group discussions, providing succinct summaries that facilitate understanding without requiring sustained attention.
Android Auto 11.5: the new beta unveils the AI ​​notification summary function
The main innovation of this beta version lies in the integration of “Notifications with Assistant“, marking a significant step forward in the alert management. This feature allows you to Android Auto to transmit notifications to Google for advanced processing, such as voice reading, without storing them. This approach highlights a delicate balance between functionality and respect for privacya priority for many users.
This feature allows users to obtain summaries of messages receivedwhether they come from individuals or groups, and offers the possibility of responding quickly thanks to automatically generated templates. Despite this progress, some tests show that the AI ​​notification summary functionality, particularly for long messages via applications like WhatsApp, is not yet fully operational. This indicates that Google could still be in adjustment phase of this technology.
However, this beta demonstrates that the deployment of this function is imminent, which suggests other announcements or updates in the near future for Android Auto. For those wishing to explore this new feature, Google facilitates its access via the Google Play Store, thus allowing simple and quick installation. However, it should be kept in mind that beta versions may include bugs likely to impact the use of Android Auto.
Source : smartdroid
