: Because these units often run on limited hardware (like 1GB RAM), firmware updates focus on optimizing Android 8.1 Go to run more efficiently on older quad-core processors. How to Check for Updates You can usually find updates through the following methods: System Settings Settings > System > System Update to check for any official over-the-air (OTA) updates. App Updates : Check the Google Play Store Manage apps and devices to specifically update Android Auto Google Maps

8227L_demo head unit running Android 8.1 Go, one of the most useful "hot" features often enabled or improved by a firmware update is Hot Start (Second Boot)

Power on the stereo. Many units will automatically detect the file and prompt you to update.

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