Unfortunately, calimoto is not yet compatible with Android Auto, but we're on it!
Integrating Android Auto has proven to be more technically complex than expected, requiring significant time to adapt the foundational infrastructure. It’s a large-scale project that we’re tackling step by step, so we kindly ask for your understanding and a bit of patience.
Additionally, we need to meet Google’s strict requirements for Android Auto approval, which adds another layer of complexity to the process.
As soon as we have any updates, we’ll let you know right away! In the meantime, we recommend following us on Facebook, YouTube, or Instagram, and signing up for our newsletter. That way, you’ll stay in the loop — not just about Android Auto, but also about many other exciting updates! 🏍️
Comments
I am surprised to find that calimoto is compatibe with Apple car play but not Android auto, which I have. When will it arrive please?
I am affraid it will never be on Android Auto.
Looks like the owners/developers are Apple users and have no knowledge of the Android system.
They say it there selves in there statement: "The reason behind this lies in the technical intricacies involved in integrating with Android Auto, which require a substantial development process"
Companies like Here we go, Tom Tom, Waze and a whole lot of smaller companies can make it work in Android Auto but not a company like Calimoto?? I don't believe that.
It most be some deal they made with Apple to keep it Apple only.
That is to bad because I always loved Calimoto.
Now I am using Calimoto ( free trails on different mail adresses) to create GPX files on our Europeaan travel and have the participants import those in there Android Auto systems. So I get the positive things of Calimoto anyway and don't even pay for it.
If they ever going to release the Android Auto version I am more then happy to pay for Calimoto and have my travel participants buy a subscription also because there navigation options are nr 1 for motorcyclist.
It is a pity! The interesting thing it that TomTom has more issues with connectivity and data sharing with iOS then with Android. Looking at the world wide market share of mobile OS, then Android is bigger than iOS.
We do see more and more carplay / android auto devices for motorbikes these days. It looks like calimoto is missing the boat over here.
I'm planning to buy a android auto device and guess that will also be the end of my calimoto subscription.
How annoying that you have chosen not to support Android Auto. If you've already written an Android app, it seems hard to believe it would be that much more work to integrate with Auto. I don't think I'll subscribe whilst you don't offer this support.
This is disappointing. With so many of us moving over to devices like Carpuride and Chigee this has to be a deal-breaker for a lot of customers. I've been a subscriber for a couple of years but haven't used Calimoto much because of the practical difficulties of using a phone as your nav device. I've been using Calimoto to pre-plan routes and then chuck the GPX into my Garmin. Now that I've gone down the Chigee route there's really no point in keeping Calimoto when there are alternatives such as MRA which is AA enabled. It's difficult to believe that it's such a development leap to go from Android App to AA enabled. Especially for an established company like Calimoto, when so many other companies have made the effort.
Same for me Glynn, last year again my mobile phone was broken, simply not being resistant to all the vibrations (even with the use vibration dampener)
and sun influences. It already broke two mobile phones (camera stabilisation) and even one the glue of the back went fluid in the hot sun. A mobile phone simply isn't a suitable navigation device for motorbikes.
Made the switch to Chigee too and don't see any added value from Calimoto at this moment not supporting AA. Chigee and Carpuride are gaining huge market share... even motorcycle brands are embedding AA and Carplay more and more. Looking at a market share, Android is much more used than iPhone.
I have a premium account, but reading here, and that I'm about buying a Chigee, I have to think if I will need calimoto premium account any longer
Come on guys... If you want AA support then follow the link at the top of this thread to send them 'Feedback'. From what they say it seems they won't do it unless they get enough enthusiasm for it.
Also, for us living in warmer climates, it's not uncommon to overheat the phone during long rides.
So, keeping the expensive phone in your pocket or tank bag, away from the sun, certainly helps with stuff like battery longevity.
For reference, securing the phone with a Quadlock or PeakDesign mount nowadays costs the same as ordering a dedicated AA screen from Ali.
Specific phone cases for those mounts are also expensive and, most of the time, ugly.
Some phones experience camera damage from being attached to motorcycles due to vibrations.
There's also the argument that in a crash, it's better to have your phone in your jacket pocket than away from you on the bike when you need to call for help.
And so on... and on...
While it's great to see support for AA being expressed in this thread, you also need to send Calimoto some 'feedback'. See the message from Calimoto at the top of this thread. It says:
Please go and read it, and follow the link to the send them "Feedback & Suggestions".
While they may monitor these community threads I don't think they take much notice of them!
Yeah, sure - Android Auto integration wouldn't hurt; however, I just don't see this as a big issue as you can just mount your phone. Why would you want to be messing about with your phone and getting hounded by notifications when you're out on a ride? Which, is what Android Auto is about if we're honest, right?
When riding, the fewer distractions the better.
Set the route up, mount your phone, done!
Calimoto enhances my rides as is - I've discovered loads of awesome roads and routes really local to me that I didn't even know existed.
So for me, it's a fantastic app and I don't think adding this latest feature would really enhance that for me. All Android Auto compatibility would do, is give me the option of spending more money on more pointless tech that I don't need. And for what? The same app on a slightly larger screen.
What would be more helpful, is the ability to plan loop routes on the webapp.
@Lina (Calimoto), will a development roadmap be shared with the community? Is there an ETA?
Right now, it feels like we’re staring into a black void of uncertainty. When I contact support with questions about Android Auto, I usually receive a standard response. This makes it seem as though Android users are being kept in limbo. I used to be confident that your tech team would implement Android Auto, but the prolonged silence is making me doubt that.
Looking at other app providers, most of them prioritize Android Auto before CarPlay. As an IT consultant and web developer, I know that Android apps generally have fewer restrictions and are easier to develop than iOS apps. That’s why it feels off to hear repeated claims that Android Auto is particularly difficult to implement.
Please provide an update for the community. What are the plans? Where does Android Auto stand on the development roadmap? What is the estimated timeline?
My subscription to Calimoto Premium is due to be renewed in April, and it seems that I won't be renewing it.
I've been a long-time Calimoto user, but like many others, I switched to a dedicated Android Auto unit instead of strapping my expensive Android phone to the bike last year.
I was utterly disappointed when I learned that casting is only available for IOS devices and felt neglected.
Android Auto is not new, although I reckon that adoption on motorcycles is not as common as with cars. The Honda Africa Twin came to market in 2021 with integrated Android Auto; four years later, Calimoto is still scrambling to deliver this, and there is a complete lack of perception of market tendencies.
The lack of a timeline to deliver this in the 10 months in this thread is baffling.
I tried one of your competitors, and it worked fine on my Android Auto dashboard; I will probably move away to their platform.
Hi Alex,
All fair points tbf. It's not changed my personal opinion though. I knew I'd get some backlash from this post as everyone nowadays can't seem to be without the latest gadget. haha.
@Mark the reason I've chosen to buy an Android Auto device, is the fact that mounting a phone to the bike already did cost me two phones. And yes I've been using expensive mounts with vibration dampers.
The phone gives me more distraction than the Android Auto device. The screen interacts great with gloves.
I do love calimoto due to its curvy round trips, but already found multiple apps with the same option supporting AA. I do like calimoto and therefore still have my subscription. Also as a supporter in the hope they further develop the app and start supporting AA.
And I agree with large A to B trips you should have an idea where you are driving. But for me the fun calimoto should bring is the curvey round trips on small bumpy back roads I normally would never ride. This way I discovered great routes nearby my home I would never ride on my own decision. It also helped me discovered wonderful places when being on a holiday on the bike. And like I said at the start, not with my phone mounted anymore.
For me AA isn't another tech gadget. It's a replacement of my phone, giving better overview instead of the glittering phone screen. With less app notifications then the phone gives.
Hey, let's keep it cool, let us wait the result in a couple of month.... I'm for sure looking forward to it! And if they need any Beta-Testers, let me know😉
Well, whether you mount your phone, or leave your phone in your pocket and use an Android Auto screen, the issue with notifications is the same. To stop that, using either method, you just set Do Not Disturb.
I find the larger screen makes it easier to map-read without taking my eyes off the road for too long, plus there is some integration with the BMW scroll wheel.
Hi Nicholas,
It's not really the same though, is it? If you have a screen that won't work with gloves, or your phone is in your pocket, the bleeping or whatever isn't really such a distraction as you can't interact with it.
As to the point about map reading on the move, well, this shouldn't really be happening. You should look at the route before you set off ideally and have an idea where you're going - again to save from distraction. If that's not possible then you have the voice prompts.
I made my choice, resigning my subscription and put "lack of AA" as reason
Let's hope more do the same so there will be a financial reason to implement it
Long time paying Calimoto user, usually transfer the GPX file to my Garmin Zumo XT but getting fed up with that now and using a Carpuride instead...disappointed there is no Android Auto capabilities, you should rethink this situation as I can see myself not renewing my subscription.
I think the initial response you provided, stated you provided this project a low priority, were probably the main reason why your android user were upset.
The tense used, and new response telling us it's too complicated to do, don't help reinsurance your android customers.
And recent survey you sent us, we're asking us if we were considering purchasing an iPhone to be able to use your application on our systems... Why that question were raised on the survey were very strange...
In my case, i change my motorcycle for a brand new one that includes an infosytem with support of Android Auto, so i can remove my phone from the handle bar (lots one phone this way while on Traffiq... Cost me a new phone)... So asking Android user to move to iPhone is like asking a muslin to become catholic... Not a good thing to ask.
I was never used the paid only option of Calimoto. But paid the premium price to encourage you. But knowing Apple user got a royal treat, and android nothing and no interest at all to made the same thing (well are low priority based on your answers), don't encourage me to continue the purchase of the premium option anymore....
I so have the same thoughts like you do Erik.
Initially the response over here:
This made me doubt if it will be implemented. While I still had good hope, the question in the questionnaire about swapping from Android to iPhone icreased my doubt again.
More and more motorbike get standard Android Auto / Carplay support. The market of aftermarket devices for adding AA / CP is growing in a fast pace. Manufacturers like Chigee and Carpuride (and equivalents) are releasing continuously new devices. The demand for AA support will grow and grow, especially looking at the world wide market share of Android versus iOS.
I do have a premium subscription, but haven't used calimoto for months, maybe even over 12 months. Hoping as staying a premium user, I do support the development.
But to be honest, I really have low hopes that the support for AA will be there within a short time period. Not sure if I will continue my subscription next year.
So rather than excuses and fobbing off, why dont you give your customers, remember that, customers, a time frame when you are going to complete AA compatability? No long winded excuses no complex answers. Just a date your aiming for. I would never have bought if I knew its not compatable. Remember talk straight to your customers. Very disappointed, in your service.
@mark the phones I've lost was on naked bikes (Vmax and a triumph bobber). So for sure not only vibrations from the bike, but also vibrations due to also catching up wind.
The AA device is a Chigee AI0 Lite. A permanent mounted device, build for motorbikes. Chosen it as it also has dashcam which also offers blind spot detection which comes in handy in heavy highway traffic. I have it mounted on my Triumph Tiger behind my screen. I ride the whole year round. The bike is my dedicated way of transportation for commuting, to the office, visiting clients, riding to training locations. Also during winter etc. That is also one off the reasons to get the phone off the bike. Phone discharged very quickly below zero, although it's water resistant it time from time started nagging having water in the charging port etc.
Hello @Nigel Allison,
Thank you for your message — we’re genuinely sorry to read that you're this disappointed.
We understand that the lack of Android Auto support is frustrating, especially when it’s something you expected from the start. That said, rather than offering vague promises or arbitrary dates, we prefer to be honest — and the truth is: we’re not yet in a position to share a reliable timeline. Anything else would risk setting false expectations, which we’re keen to avoid.
The technical groundwork (as you’re aware, including the Mapbox integration) is actively underway. Once we’ve reached the point where a release window is realistic, you’ll hear it from us directly — no fluff, no fobbing off.
In the meantime, we’re still here to support you as best we can.
Nicholas / Desmond,
It's not a stupid reply, it's been misinterpreted and I caveated with the voice prompts. I'm not expecting anyone, myself included, to memorise a route end to end. That's not what I said at all. However, you should have an idea (I say again 'an idea') where you're going so you're not riding blind and causing issues to other road users. I used to be a professional driver and I've seen this countless times with people being in the wrong lane etc etc and there is always a satnav or phone involved and it's clear they've not looked at their route and with that satnav taken away they would have no idea at all how to get home.
And Desmond - I once rode from Cambridgeshire to Munich without a satnav and during the ride I only looked at my map once to clarify the route in Germany. That journey was two full days so I'm sure a 3-hour ride is manageable to get an idea where you're rolling off to. I.e, I'm looking for signs to Frankfurt, then Munich.
So yes, I do feel it's advantageous to use a mounted device so it can be removed when not in use. If you don't want to mount it, put it in your pocket and listen to voice prompts.
As I initially said, for me (I say again 'for me') Calimoto has enhanced my riding experience 'as is' and that's what tech is supposed to do.
@Nigel - I've been saying the same for the past 2 years if you look back. Don't hold your breath!
Hi @Erik Gaudin – thanks for sharing your experience. We understand your decision, especially if Android Auto is a key part of your riding setup.
We’re currently working on the technical foundation that’s needed before Android Auto can be implemented, and we’re hoping to make real progress soon. That said, we know that doesn’t help you right now, and we respect your choice to explore other options in the meantime.
If things change down the road, we’d love to welcome you back. Until then, ride safe and enjoy the season ahead! 🏍️
@Herre I hear your points, and I'm sorry to hear that you've lost two phones owing to mounting them. I'm just talking from my own experiences and preference. I'm not against AA integration per se - which I tried to get across in my initial post. They're just not for me and I just don't think it's the dealbreaker than some on this thread are making out. I'm using the Oxford CLIQR mount w/ universal case (i.e., the case is mounted with the phone inside) on my V-Strom and had no issues thus far with phone security; I simply mount behind the screen and go. Hopefully, this configuration will continue working for me without the issues you have faced.
Out of interest, going from your past experiences, are you not worried about your AA device dislodging? Or is the mount more permanent?
Hey @Alex – thanks for bringing this up — we totally get how that might seem a bit confusing at first glance.
Just to clarify: calimoto does not currently support Android Auto, and that hasn’t changed. We’re exploring a potential collaboration with Chigee, but nothing has been finalized or officially launched yet.
The 1-year Premium bundle included in their Kickstarter is completely independent of Android Auto. It’s simply meant to give new users access to all the features calimoto already offers — just not via Android Auto (∫).
We really appreciate your patience and attention to detail here. And yes, if anything changes, you can count on us to communicate it clearly and directly.
Ride safe!
Please sign in to leave a comment.