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#1about 6 minutes
The paradigm shift to software-defined vehicles
The automotive industry is shifting from a focus on hardware to software, creating new in-car experiences and use cases driven by connectivity and electrification.
#2about 2 minutes
Understanding Android Automotive versus Android Auto
Android Automotive is a full, native operating system running directly in the car, distinct from Android Auto which only mirrors phone applications.
#3about 1 minute
Introducing the Volkswagen Group application store
The group's new application store provides a unified, Android-based platform for developers to easily build and scale apps across multiple vehicle brands.
#4about 7 minutes
The technical architecture of Android Automotive
Android Automotive uses a Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL) to provide a standardized API for developers, abstracting away the complex, proprietary vehicle networks of each OEM.
#5about 4 minutes
Securely accessing vehicle data with Android APIs
Developers can access vehicle data like speed or gear selection through the CarPropertyManager API, with security enforced by Android's permission system to prevent malicious access.
#6about 4 minutes
App development guidelines and partnership programs
Developers can use pre-built templates to comply with driver distraction guidelines or create custom UIs, with a premium partner program offering access to proprietary APIs.
#7about 2 minutes
Integrating the Harmon Ignite store into the VW ecosystem
Volkswagen Group built a custom backend integration layer on Azure to connect the generic Harmon Ignite app store solution with its own internal architecture.
#8about 1 minute
How developers can get started building automotive apps
Developers are encouraged to start learning by using the Android Studio emulator, exploring the documentation, and submitting their apps to the Harmon Ignite developer portal.
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