Users of foldable smartphones report a technical issue with Android Auto that prevents them from making phone calls while the device is closed. The problem affects various clamshell-style foldable models, including the Motorola Razr series and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7.
When users attempt to place a call in the folded state, the Gemini assistant indicates that the connection has been established, yet the call does not actually initiate. The functionality returns to normal once the phone is unfolded. Incoming calls remain unaffected and can be managed via the external screen.
Some users suggest that the malfunction emerged after Gemini replaced Google Assistant, although this link remains unconfirmed. Both Google and Motorola have launched an investigation into the matter. Currently, there is no official timeline for a fix or a definitive explanation for the bug.
