Anker introduces Roav Bolt car accessory with built-in Google Assistant

Google brought the Google Assistant functionality to cars through Android Auto and also baked into all modern day android smartphone. But, not all cars that are available in the market support Android Auto. Google aims to change that as it collaborates with Anker and launches a new product today named Roav Bolt which can add Google Assistant mic to any car. Anker Roav Bolt is a car accessory that plugs into one's car cigarette lighter. The Roav Bolt sports a minimal profile and has as a round knob that features the standard four Google Assistant lights. It is coupled with a dual noise-canceling microphone that can listen through car noise and even ambient noise. The Roav Bolt pairs with the user's phone and the car speaker system through Bluetooth and the far-field built-in mics on the device can hear the user's voice even when the phone is locked or stashed away. Additionally, the device comes with two 12W (5V-2.4A)USB ports for charging a smartphone and other electronic devices. With the dedicated Google Assistant on the Roav Bolt, users can simply say "Hey Google" along with the necessary phrase. According to Google, this can provide help in four main areas like Navigation, Communication, Entertainment and ...