Android Auto Update Now Available

BloodiedWraith · 03-01-2016, 11:37 AM

PDF: http://www.camaro6.com/forums/attach...0&d=1495138358

Dealers can now do the updates for those interested.

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ANDROID AUTO UPDATE NOW AVAILABLE AT CHEVY DEALERS

Dealers will install software update for eight-inch MyLink radios free-of-charge

2016-03-01

DETROIT – U.S. Chevrolet dealers now have the software to update eight-inch MyLink systems with Android AutoTM capability in select 2016 model year vehicles. The update is only available through Chevrolet dealers.

Owners of 2016 model year Chevrolet vehicles that qualify for the software update will receive a communication from the brand on how to receive the update at no cost. The update is expected to take approximately 30 minutes.

“We are working with our dealers to make the software update as quick and easy as possible to minimize any inconvenience to our owners,” said Brian Sweeney, U.S. vice president of Chevrolet.

Chevrolet models with the seven-inch MyLink system already include both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay capability and therefore do not require any update. Apple CarPlay has been integrated with both the seven-inch and eight-inch MyLink systems in select vehicles since the start of the 2016 model year.

2016 model year Cruze sedans with compatible MyLink systems will arrive in dealer showrooms with both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay capability installed and will not require the software update.

Chevrolet offers Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility in more models than any automotive brand. The 14 Chevrolet models include vehicles ranging from the brand’s most affordable car, the all-new 2016 Spark, to its highest performance model, the Corvette Z06.

Using either application is simple in a compatible 2016 Chevrolet. A “Projection” icon on the MyLink screen is visible when a phone is not connected, then changes to indicate either Apple CarPlay or Android Auto (whichever is applicable) when a compatible phone is connected via USB.

Android Auto requires a phone running the Android Lollipop 5.0 operating system or higher, while Apple CarPlay requires an iPhone 5 or later. The user interfaces themselves are designed and developed by Apple (for Apple CarPlay) and Google (for Android Auto).

Compatible third-party apps need to be downloaded to a phone before using. Apple and Google’s privacy statements and terms of use apply. Data rates will also apply.

2016 Model Year Chevrolet Vehicles Eligible for the Android Auto Software Update

8-Inch MyLink Infotainment

Malibu (Excludes Limited)
Impala
Volt
Camaro
Camaro Convertible
Corvette
Corvette Convertible
Colorado
Silverado
Silverado HD
Tahoe
Suburban

Atra · 03-01-2016, 11:49 AM

Sweet! Thanks for the tip!

Clawson · 03-01-2016, 11:55 AM

Finally! Already called my Dealer and setup bringing mine by for it.

oneredry · 03-01-2016, 12:03 PM

wonder if this will automatcily be applied for cars rolling off the assy line?

kcpoloman · 03-01-2016, 12:11 PM

Nice looking out. Been waiting on this. Got an appointment to go in later today.

SSport16 · 03-01-2016, 12:24 PM

Good deal....will bring mine in soon.

cleverCamaroName · 03-01-2016, 12:55 PM

Awesome!! Good looking out

Tr6 · 03-01-2016, 01:44 PM

Saw it early this morning, I will be hitting up the dealership tomorrow or thursday to get it done. Just to have it haha, I don't really need it but why not have it?!

Edit: Dealership will check for the update to see if they can even do it. They weren't aware of such update. Which is not that surprising since we all know more. 99.9% of the time.

SSport16 · 03-01-2016, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Tr6

Saw it early this morning, I will be hitting up the dealership tomorrow or thursday to get it done. Just to have it haha, I don't really need it but why not have it?!

Edit: Dealership will check for the update to see if they can even do it. They weren't aware of such update. Which is not that surprising since we all know more. 99.9% of the time.

That is why I may week a bit for it, most dealers will be clueless about it!

bybcous · 03-01-2016, 02:49 PM

I set an appt for this Saturday, hopefully there is more info to the dealers by then.

BahamaTodd · 03-01-2016, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by oneredry

wonder if this will automatcily be applied for cars rolling off the assy line?

Yes, and if not, the dealer should install it prior to delivery.

jimmypop13 · 03-01-2016, 04:14 PM

Just talked to my dealer. They searched and couldn't find the update anywhere on their end for my car. They even read the same press release as me so they know it exists but couldn't find it. Looks like GM announced this way early

SSport16 · 03-01-2016, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by jimmypop13

Just talked to my dealer. They searched and couldn't find the update anywhere on their end for my car. They even read the same press release as me so they know it exists but couldn't find it. Looks like GM announced this way early

Figures...I will call my dealer soon to see what they say.

Curr · 03-01-2016, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by jimmypop13

Just talked to my dealer. They searched and couldn't find the update anywhere on their end for my car. They even read the same press release as me so they know it exists but couldn't find it. Looks like GM announced this way early

My dealer actually made a post on the C7 forums about it

Gonna swing by Saturday and get flashed

I'm also installing a new head unit in Wifey's Lexus, which also has Android Auto (Pioneer 4100NEX). Perfect timing...

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Tr6 The Dogfather Drives: #1 off the line for a customer. '16 Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Andover, KS Posts: 2,621	Saw it early this morning, I will be hitting up the dealership tomorrow or thursday to get it done. Just to have it haha, I don't really need it but why not have it?! Edit: Dealership will check for the update to see if they can even do it. They weren't aware of such update. Which is not that surprising since we all know more. 99.9% of the time. __________________ 2SS, Garnet Red with Adrenalin red, NPP, MRC M6 coupe #33 off the line #1 order for Customer. Build thread HERE! Story of my delivery HERE! Last edited by Tr6; 03-01-2016 at 01:55 PM.

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03-01-2016, 12:55 PM	#7
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