by Anura Guruge
on November 4, 2021
Android phone integration & support is built-in so to speak — given that the ‘Infotainment’ system is from Google & totally Android-based.
One of the very first things you have to do (after you select the language of choice etc.) is to sign into one of your GMAIL accounts — just like if you were setting up an Android phone. I used the same Gmail as I use as my primary on my Pixel 5.
Once Bluetooth was enabled & paired, the XC60 immediately recognized my Pixel 5. Didn’t have to do anything. Receiving calls, making outbound calls & notifications ALL worked first time, without any problems. It was very smooth.
As you can see Google Maps is also built in. My XC60 has maps in the display behind the steering wheel. So, I can have two maps, one with horizontal orientation & one with portrait.
I haven’t even bothered with Android Auto. Not sure what I would need it for. So, I am just giving you a heads up.
