Yeah Plex If it were limited to being a multimedia server to enjoy your collection of movies and series on your Smart TV and other devices such as your tablet, mobile phone or computer, it would be worth it. But few people know that also Plex supports Android Auto and that opens up a world of possibilities.

In fact, it can become a kind of bespoke Spotify or Prime Music personalized in detail, as you can upload your entire music library to listen to it whenever and however you want… also when you are traveling in the car thanks to Android Auto.

What requirements does Plex have for use in Android Auto?

In essence, Plex compatibility in Android Auto allows you to use the application through Google’s infotainment system, linked to your phone, so you can listen to and control the music you have stored on the server.

To use Plex on Android Auto you need to have the Plex app installed on the phone with version 6.6 or later. From here, you will have had to do some initial configuration, such as creating an account or adding content from other devices. Finally, the app must be unlocked or activated to remove playback limitations. This point is important.

The app can be downloaded for free on Google Play Store and although there are many features that can be used for free and there is a trial mode, Playback from server requires checkouteither by subscribing to Plex Pass (4.99 euros per month) or purchasing the app (4.32 euros).

What you can do with Plex on Android Auto

Although the Plex interface in Android Auto is adapted to this driving scenario with a simpler design, there are things that need to be done first in the mobile app. Without going any further, it is not possible to select the server from the car screenso we will have to first go to the mobile app and configure the Plex Media Server.

Afterwards, all you have to do is tap on the Plex icon on the Android Auto screen and there tap on the three lines icon to select what you want to hear. You can choose between the playlists available on the server, what is the last thing you have played and what is the last thing you have added, see the list of available artists from the library or items synced with the phone.

when you are playing Plex music on Android Autoyou will see an interface showing the track, artist and cover art in the upper area of ​​the screen with basic controls such as play/pause, previous and next in the lower area. Sliding up displays other options such as repeat or random mode.

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Cover | Eva Rodríguez de Luis