Android User Stops Auto Disconnects in 1 Minute by Allowing Unrestricted Background Use
Updated
Updated · Android Police · Jun 30
Android User Stops Auto Disconnects in 1 Minute by Allowing Unrestricted Background Use
3 articles · Updated · Android Police · Jun 30
Summary
A battery-setting change fixed repeated Android Auto dropouts: switching the app from optimized mode to unrestricted background use stopped disconnects during a long drive.
Android's battery optimization was limiting Android Auto's background activity, even though the phone must continuously handle navigation, music, calls and the car connection behind the scenes.
Google recommends removing battery restrictions when Android Auto repeatedly loses connection, and the setting is typically found under Settings, Apps, Android Auto, then Battery.
The user said the tweak did not noticeably hurt battery life, especially because the phone is usually charging in the car, though other causes can still include bad USB cables, weak wireless links or outdated infotainment software.