Lately, Apple CarPlay has been welcoming a fresh batch of handy applications that users can utilize while on the move. For instance, WhatsApp is currently trialing an official CarPlay version, and iOS 26.4 enhances the support for AI capabilities in CarPlay. Now, the newest app to launch on CarPlay is Google Meet, which has made its debut on Apple’s driving interface ahead of Google’s own Android Auto platform. With this addition, users can safely participate in meetings even while driving.
According to Google, this update enables users to access Google Meet directly from the car’s dashboard. Previously, users needed to open the Google Meet app on their iPhone and then connect it through the vehicle’s audio system to join a meeting via the car’s infotainment interface. Now, joining a call is much more streamlined. Thanks to its features, Google Meet has been added to the list of intriguing Apple CarPlay apps you may not have known existed. The app’s interface aggregates all meeting invitations in one location, allowing you to simply tap the relevant entry to join.
Here’s how to install and utilize Google Meet for Apple CarPlay
As per Google, the app should begin appearing on the Apple CarPlay interface in the upcoming days, provided that you have it installed on your iPhone. The rollout commenced on March 23, and the company indicates that it might take up to 15 days for the software to be accessible to everyone. Thus, as long as you have Google Meet on your iPhone with a logged-in account, you are likely to see the new Meet app soon. If it doesn’t show up, updating your iPhone and the Google Meet app to the latest versions may assist.
Google states that drivers can join meetings with a single tap, check the upcoming schedule, and engage in audio-only calls. It is important to note that users cannot keep their cameras active, even when parked. Furthermore, it is also not possible to view the video feeds of other participants on the call. The new Google Meet app is accessible to all Google Workspace clients, Workspace Individual subscribers, and those with personal Google accounts. For users on Android Auto, Google is anticipated to launch a compatible version shortly, although the exact timing remains uncertain.