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Jun 18th, 2019, 10:30 | #1 |
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Bluetooth Support for Androids
I recently had Android Auto installed on my XC60 Inscription and it works well in all aspects apart from media (music playback) where I use the VLC app.
When not using Android Auto the car's own media software won't allow me to control music on my phone via Bluetooth - it will show the track playing on the screen but it will not let me change it or the artist etc. I have to change it on the phone itself. Anyone else have this issue and know of a fix? I suspect that it's the software that doesn't support my phone - Samsung Galaxy Note 9. |
Jun 18th, 2019, 13:43 | #2 |
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I use folder player Pro app on my android device via Bluetooth and it works fine. If that helps.
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Anyone else any thoughts as it's pretty frustrating. |
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Jun 18th, 2019, 22:10 | #4 |
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Managed to get the 'Media' toggle switch in the phone's BT settings to stay on this evening but made no difference to the degree of control over media that I can have on the car's head unit. Can't figure it out at all.
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I've not seen that level of control using Android over BT on any car I have ever owned. I always have it on random play, which suits me anyway. Sensus is a step up over VAG as at least I can navigate within track. I do get some album art though, using BlackPlayer.
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Jun 19th, 2019, 13:07 | #6 |
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You may have a fair point as I am pretty new to Android having only recently switched from being a long term iPhone user. I tried it with my other half's iPhone this morning and I have to say the difference is stark - full folder control and ability to navigate via artist etc - Android is woeful in comparison.
I do have Android Auto installed which does provide some better functionality but the voice commands for music are a tad hit and miss. Again, compared it to Apple Car Play which for ease of use is light years ahead. |
Jun 19th, 2019, 14:55 | #7 |
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I use Google Play Music and I have full control over Bluetooth
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