Google has raised the minimum requirement for Android Auto to Android 11, ending official support for phones running Android 9 and Android 10.
The change, now official on the Android Auto support page, affects both wired and wireless connections, though wireless Auto already required Android 11 or newer. The practical impact falls on drivers who connect their phones to the car with a USB cable.
Phones lose official support if they run Android 9 or Android 10 and their manufacturer offers no update to Android 11 or a later version. Android Auto puts apps such as Google Maps, Spotify, and YouTube on a car's infotainment screen, so the change affects maps and media playback.
Some users report that Android Auto has already stopped working on their phones, suggesting the cutoff is reaching devices now. Google has not given an exact date for when Android Auto will stop working on every affected phone.
There is no supported way around the new minimum. Owners of older phones can check their phone’s settings to confirm whether it runs Android 9 or Android 10. They can install any pending system update, as some phones can still move to Android 11 or newer through the manufacturer.
If a phone cannot be updated, owners may need to plan to replace it, as unsupported phones can lose Android Auto without warning. The new software requirement determines the phone’s compatibility, so upgrading to a newer model will restore Android Auto functionality in the same vehicle. Cars that support Android Auto are not affected by the change on their side.
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Google has not clarified if applications like Google Maps will remain functional on Android 9 and Android 10 devices when used independently of Android Auto. The support page provides no schedule for the next minimum version increase. Google began alerting Android 10 users in October 2026 that their handsets would soon become incompatible with Android Auto, and this new mandate is now active.
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