Google Pixel February update likely to bring fix for audio issues with Android Auto

Google Pixel users struggling with Android Auto’s silent treatment might finally get some relief in February. After the December Feature Drop, many users reported that Android Auto stopped playing audio through their car speakers, even though everything looked fine on the screen. The problem affected both wired and wireless connections and showed up across Pixel models, from the Pixel 6 to the Pixel 9 series.

Google’s Android Auto team has now confirmed they’ve identified the issue and plan to roll out a fix in next month’s update. A community specialist from the team posted on Google’s support forums, saying the fix will be available “within the next month.” That lines up with the February Pixel update, which typically arrives in the first week of the month.

Until then, Google suggests checking microphone permissions as a possible workaround. Users can do this by going to their phone’s settings, selecting Android Auto under the app permissions, and ensuring the microphone is set to allow access when the app is in use. While this doesn’t solve the core issue, it might help in some cases.

The audio bug, which has frustrated users trying to stream music through apps like Spotify or YouTube Music, has been a hot topic on forums since December. Resetting devices or reconnecting Android Auto hasn’t worked, leaving users in an awkward spot. Many are eager for a permanent solution, and it seems the February update might finally deliver it.

This isn’t the first time Android Auto users have faced audio glitches. Similar problems cropped up last year around this time, although those were tied to the Android 14 rollout.

If you’ve been dealing with Android Auto’s mysterious muting, you won’t have to wait too much longer. The February update could bring your car’s speakers back to life and save you from driving in silence. Keep an eye out for the update in the coming weeks.

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