Published Apr 30, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT Chethan is a reporter at Android Police, focusing on the news coverage for the site. He has covered tech for over a decade for multiple publications, including Times Internet, Guiding Tech, Android Headlines, and several others.  His love for Android dates back to the Samsung/Google Nexus S, and his first Android phone was the HTC Desire HD in 2010. Away from work, he's on the lookout for live cricket streams or NBA highlights. He also enjoys the occasional hour or two of console/mobile gaming whenever time permits. Sign in to your Android Police account Android Auto is designed to let you control your phone's functionality without taking your eyes off the road. This enables users to manage calls, media, and other functions directly on the head unit without interacting with the phone. But as users of the platform will know, Android Auto still relies on your phone for some key tasks.…