Android 12 adds digital car key plus Fast Pair expands to Beats & vehicles
Chris Davies - May 18, 2021, 1:48pm CDT
There’s a fair chance that your Android phone can already project Google Maps and other apps to your car’s dashboard, and next Google aims to do away with your car keys too. Android handsets are becoming digital keys, with Android 12 bringing secure entry and vehicle start support on select handsets when used with select vehicles. Meanwhile, actually getting your phone connected to a car should be easier, too.
Android phones are becoming your digital car key
We’ve already seen Apple push iPhone as a digital car key, and now Google is set to do the same with Android handsets. The functionality will see Google and select automakers tap NFC and Ultra Wideband (UWB) – depending on vehicle and phone – to lock and unlock your car. If you’re relying on UWB for that, you can leave your phone in your bag, too.