Alphabet announces new apps for Android Auto, including WebEx by Cisco and Zoom

Haris Ramic, Director, Product Management Android Auto, Android, announced in a blog post: “Beginning today, WebEx by Cisco and Zoom are both rolling out on Android Auto with audio-only capability, introducing a whole new category of apps. Years ago, the ability to answer a phone call directly from your car display revolutionized how we communicate on the road. We’re taking the next step by making it easy and safe for you to quickly join scheduled meetings and conference calls from your car display, so you won’t have to go fumbling for your phone… (Amazon (AMZN)) Prime Video is now available on Google Play for select Renault, Polestar and Volvo Cars, with other brands to follow. Whether you’re waiting for school to let out or charging your vehicle, you can now catch up on your favorite content… We’re also expanding your parked entertainment options beyond video. Already available in some cars as a standalone app, Vivaldi, a Chromium-based internet browser, is rolling out starting today on Google Play in the car.”