An Android Auto bug looks to be breaking the non-touchscreen rotary controls for Google Maps.
Some users have started complaining about the issue. They stated that they could not use their rotary controls to navigate their infotainment system when using the Maps app.
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Android Auto Bug Break Google Maps Rotary Controls
As per the latest news story by 9to5 Google, some Android Auto users are complaining that their non-touchscreen rotary controls for Google Maps have suddenly broken down.
Some car owners are experiencing an issue with the rotary controls of their vehicles when they are trying to use Google Maps on Android Auto. The non-touchscreen option prevents them from navigating the user interface of the software due to a bug.
9to5 Google explains that while most vehicles now sport touchscreen infotainment systems, some carmakers still offer rotary-controlled displays.
For instance, Mazda vehicles only support rotary controls when the car is in motion. The German carmaker BMW also offers a non-touchscreen option for their vehicles.
So instead of reaching out to the display, these car owners use a rotary dial that allows them to go through various options in the infotainment system.
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However, a new Android Auto bug seems to mess up the non-touchscreen controls on these vehicles
Some Android Auto users have stormed to Reddit to complain about the issue.
One of the users asked other car owners if they also experienced some issues with their rotary controls.
The Reddit post states that the user is "unable to switch between panels (eg: going between Google [Maps and] YouTube music controls." Not to mention that the car owner is also "unable to use the rotary altogether."
Other Mazda owners replied to the post, saying they are also having some trouble using the rotary controls with Android Auto.
It looks like the Android Auto software starts crashing when its non-touchscreen users attempt to open the Google Maps app.
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How to Fix Non-Touchscreen Rotary Controls Issue
It is worth noting that Google has yet to officially roll out a fix to what appears to be an Android Auto software bug.
In fact, the renowned tech giant has yet to publicly address the issue. So, a software update fix is still unavailable.
That said, some Android Auto users have tried to fix the issue on their own. And it looks like the workaround for it is as simple as installing the previous update.
Some car owners reveal that going back to version 11.28.7 of Google Maps for Android Auto addresses the rotary control problem.
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