Google has updated the minimum system requirements for Android Auto, mandating that smartphones must now run Android 11 or a newer version for wired connections. Previously, the service supported devices operating on Android 9 and above.
The change, confirmed on the official Google support page, means that devices running Android 9 and Android 10 are no longer compatible with the automotive platform. Some users have already reported that the service has ceased functioning on their hardware.
The phase-out of Android 10 support was signaled in October when users began receiving notifications. Affected models include the Samsung Galaxy S9, Galaxy Note 9, and Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact, as these devices reached their final official OS version at Android 10.
Google has a history of raising requirements for Android Auto. In 2022, the company dropped support for Android 6, followed by the exclusion of Android 8 in 2024. Users with older devices must now upgrade their OS or replace their hardware to maintain connectivity.
