Information about which apps are supported and which Android devices are compatible is available on the website: www.android.com/auto/. For third-party apps, see Google Play. Please note that Volvo is not responsible for the content in Android Auto. Android Auto is started from the app view. After Android Auto has been started once, the app will be started automatically the next time the device is connected. Automatic start can be deactivated under settings.
When a device is connected to Android Auto it is possible to stream via Bluetooth to another media player. Bluetooth is active while Android Auto is being used.
Available apps
Many apps need an online connection to use certain functions. (Data is transferred (data traffic) when using the Internet, and this may involve a cost.) If you notice that an app stops working, try uninstalling and reinstalling the app.
The range of apps available may vary depending on market. Support for services from Volvo’s third-party suppliers may also vary. One or more apps may not be available on the market in which the car is sold or used.
Apple® CarPlay®
(Option/accessory.)
Air purification
- The car must have access to the network for at least 1 minute when the app is started or the car is restarted.
- The car must be running in order for the PM2.5 sensor to take measurements.
Google Local Search
Functions in Google Local SearchGoogle Local Search is a free service. You do not need to register for access to the online database. However, you need an Internet connection to be able to use the service. (Data is transferred (data traffic) when using the Internet, and this may involve a cost.)Using the Google Local Search app you can, amongst other things, search for locations, restaurants, hotels and other businesses along the route and in the vicinity of your destination. In Google Local Search you can see information on different search results such as addresses, distances, opening times and telephone numbers. The app includes the option to call a business directly from the car, and you can get directions to a destination by sending an address to Sensus Navigation. In Google Local Search you can read, and in some cases listen to, reviews and see user ratings for, amongst other things, restaurants and hotels. You can also browse through and look at images linked to search results and you have access to photographs from Google Street View which can make it easier to find your way to a desired location or business.
Google Local Search can be used while you drive.
If you experience problems with Google Local Search, make sure you have an Internet connection and good signal strength.
Record & Send
Two options are given when the app is started: enter recipient and record by tapping on the microphone symbol.
- Tap on Recipient and enter the e-mail address the recording shall be sent to.
- Tap on the microphone symbol to start recording.
- Say the message.
- Tap on the microphone symbol again to end the recording.
- The option appears to send or discard the recording.
Open software
Spotify
To use Spotify requires a Spotify Premium account. Currently, it is not possible to create an account from the app in the car, but you can easily create an account from the Spotify website. If you already have a Spotify Premium account then you can of course use it.
To use Spotify in your car, the app must have access to the Internet. Offline mode is currently not available.
You can choose which sound quality you prefer in the app’s settings. You can choose between Normal, High and Extreme sound quality.
- Normal (96 kbps)
- High (160 kbps)
- Extreme (320 kbps)
The Spotify app offers a range of options and functions, such as:
- Free text searching
- Auto search
- Play/Pause/Resume
- Browse through albums, playlists, news, etc.
- Add/remove tracks from the library
- Logging in/out
- Skip between tracks
- Spotify Connect
- Spotify Radio
Volvo does not save information that is used in the Spotify app with the exception of locally stored data that is necessary for the app to work. Your password is never saved and if you have logged out of the app you must enter both your username and password to login again.
To delete user information, logout from the Spotify app via the Settings menu. The user information is also deleted during a factory reset of the centre display.
If you experience problems with Spotify, make sure you have an Internet connection and good signal strength.
TuneIn
When using TuneIn, you are recommended to have a TuneIn account, which can be created at www.tunein.com. You do not need to have a TuneIn account to be able to use the service, but it is recommended. An account will allow you to choose your preferred radio stations which you can then easily listen to in your car.
You can choose a stream quality among basic, medium to high bitrates. The amount of bandwidth used depends on which quality you choose, see specifications below.
| Speed (kbps) | Duration (hours) | Size (MB) |
|---|---|---|
| 32 (Basic sound quality) | 1 | 14 |
| 64 (Basic sound quality) | 1 | 28 |
| 96 (Medium sound quality) | 1 | 42 |
| 128 (High sound quality) | 1 | 56 |
If you experience problems with TuneIn, make sure you have an Internet connection and good signal strength.
Using TuneIn
Starting TuneIn
- Download the TuneIn app from Download Centre in the app view.
- Open the TuneIn app in the app view.
- The car connects to TuneIn. The music buffers the first time you connect, which can take several seconds.
Access your account information for TuneIn
- Open the TuneIn app in the app view.
- Expand the view and click on Sign in.
- A pop-up box opens, where you can log in.
- Enter your username and password, then press Sign in.
- You can now access account information.
TuneIn makes it easy to scroll through different categories.
- Open the TuneIn app in the app view.
- Expand the view and click on Library.
- A list of stations and categories is shown.
TuneIn favouritesIf you are logged in to TuneIn in the car, your selected favourites will be synchronised with your account. Otherwise your selected favourites will only be available in the car.
- In Expanded view: Click on the radio station you want to set as a favourite.
- Mark the star icon on the right.
- The station has now been added to your favourites.
Weather
Weather gives you daily and weekly weather forecasts. You set the location for which you want updated weather in the app settings. You can access the settings in the display mode for the app. You can also change settings for measuring wind speed here.
If you experience problems with Weather, make sure you have an Internet connection and good signal strength.
WikiLocations
Using WikiLocations, you have access to content based on Wikipedia. This is a service which does not form part of the car’s navigation system, but you can view items, images and summaries related to your car’s position and destination. The items shown in WikiLocations have been assigned a geographical location. WikiLocations only shows items which match the car’s language settings, as well as items in English.
WikiLocations is a free service and you do not need an account to use the service. Note that a data usage cost may be incurred, depending on your subscription. Contact your Internet service provider for more information. Use the steering wheel knob for safer use of the app while you drive.
If you experience problems with WikiLocations, make sure you have an Internet connection and good signal strength.
Yelp
The Yelp appYou can use Yelp to search for e.g. restaurants, shops, spas and local services. You can read reviews on companies that you are interested in and would like to know more about. Note that the display of reviews depends on the language they were written in.
Using YelpYelp is a free service and you do not need to register an account to use the service. Note that a data usage cost may be incurred, depending on your subscription. Contact your Internet service provider for more information on what applies for your subscription. Use the steering wheel knob for safer use of the app while you drive.
Search for companies nearbyTo search for companies near to your destination, this destination needs to be set in your navigation system. Try to use specific terms to make your search results as good as possible, since the free text search matches both the name of the company and the text in the reviews.
Tips for using YelpIf it is not possible to start navigation to a selected company, this is probably because Yelp does not have information about the company’s precise position. The same is true if it is not possible to display the location on the map. If you experience problems with Yelp, make sure you have an Internet connection with good signal strength.
Car status
Car Status is opened in the centre display’s app view. This shows the following tabs:
- Messages – status messages
- Status – checking the oil level
- TPMS – checking the tyre pressure
- Appointments – car information (Applies to certain markets.)
Download Center
Download Centre is started from the app view in the centre display and enables:
- searching for and updating specific software
- updating map data for Sensus Navigation (Option/accessory.)
- downloading, updating and uninstalling apps.