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I don't understand the value of this. Is it just "big screen=better"? Because, my phone's screen is already bigger than the standalone GPSs of the past, and has

I don't understand the value of this. Is it just "big screen=better"? Because, my phone's screen is already bigger than the standalone GPSs of the past, and has voice, so I've never thought that I needed a bigger screen for navigation. In fact I want less: A few new cars have very slick HUDs on the windshield which are very elegant in their simplicity. A recent BMW rental had this, all without any smartphone integration, and I thought that was really cool! Now, though, that feature has probably been replaced with an android equivalent - A lot of companies are going "Android Automotive", and it sounds like a downgrade.

wilsonnb3 3y ago
> I don't understand the value of this. Is it just "big screen=better"? Yep. 8 inch touchscreen in my car is much easier to read and interact with, plus it is already there in a nice location so I don't have to put a phone mount somewhere, run the cables to it, etc.
glimshe 3y ago
Yes, it's a LOT better. Charging the phone connected to it is automatic and the screen is positioned in a safe location and much more visible to not only the driver, but other people who can help with navigation. It's a game changer, I'll never have a car without a screen again. My Mazda has both Android Auto and its own decent mapping solution, but Android/iPhone is just better than what ships with the car. The phone also has more information on speed traps, detours etc.