Foldable owners report Android Auto calling bug
Some foldable phone users say outgoing calls fail through Android Auto when the handset is closed, often seeing a prompt to open the device. Incoming calls appear unaffected, and several reports link the issue to Gemini, though Google and Motorola have not confirmed a cause. Affected models mentioned include Motorola Razr Ultra 60 and 70 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, with no official fix yet.
Reports on Reddit and company forums describe foldable phones failing to place outgoing calls through Android Auto while closed. A prompt reportedly tells users to open the handset. Incoming calls still work. Some users connect the problem to Gemini, and forum representatives from Google and Motorola are gathering details.
Mentioned devices include Motorola Razr Ultra 60 and 70, plus Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7. One user reportedly switched back to Google Assistant and could again make closed-phone calls, but Google has since been removing Assistant from eligible phones. No official cause or fix has been confirmed.
This bug could inconvenience foldable owners who rely on Android Auto for hands-free calling, especially while driving, when opening a phone may be impractical or unsafe. If tied to Gemini, it may also shape trust in AI assistants integrated into vehicles and handsets. Drivers, passengers, and hands-free users may need workarounds, while manufacturers and Google could face pressure to clarify compatibility. The episode may reinforce caution among consumers who prefer simpler, non-AI controls, though its broader impact likely remains limited unless the issue spreads.