Download SmartCar Launcher
Choose the package that best fits your device and setup.
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Release notes
Not sure which package to choose?
Match the package to your car display so installation goes more smoothly.
Public build
Best fit for most car displays
- You are not sure what platform your car display uses
- Typical aftermarket Android displays
- No special firmware modifications
- Generally suitable from Android 4.2 to Android 13
AOSP build
For systems using firmware signed with the platform key
- The public build reports a signature mismatch
- Your device runs closer-to-stock Android firmware
- Some deeper custom car systems
- Supports picture-in-picture
7870 build
For specific Fangyitong hardware platforms
- Fangyitong 7870-based units
- 7862 platforms on Android 12
- Supports picture-in-picture
- If unsure, try the Public build first
Qualcomm build
For units built on Qualcomm Snapdragon chips
- You know the hardware is Qualcomm-based
- Common on Android 9, 10, or 11
- Some premium custom car systems
- Supports picture-in-picture
BYD build
For vehicles that restrict ordinary launcher installation
- Best starting point for stock BYD systems
- Car displays that cannot install through the app store
- Systems that block third-party launcher apps
- Uses a more compatibility-friendly signing approach
HtmlViewer build
For specific verified vehicles such as Hongqi H5 and Leapmotor models
- Known to work on Hongqi H5, Leapmotor, and a few similar vehicles
- May conflict with the system on other car displays
- Not recommended unless you know you need it
- If you are unsure, the Public build is safer
Common help after installation
Music, navigation, themes, tire pressure monitoring, and troubleshooting docs are all collected in the help center.
Installation guide
Download the APK
Tap the download button above and save the APK to your phone or computer. If you are downloading on a phone, saving to the Downloads folder is easiest.
Move the file to the car display
Copy the APK to the car display by USB drive, a phone connected over USB, or any built-in file transfer option your system provides.
Allow unknown app installs
In the car system settings, look under Security for an option such as "Install unknown apps" or "Allow unknown sources." The exact path varies by system.
Open the APK to install
Find the APK in the file manager, open it, and follow the prompts. Installation usually takes about 30 seconds.
Set it as the default launcher
After installation, the system may ask which launcher to use. Choose SmartCar Launcher and tap "Always." If you are not prompted, go to:Settings -> Apps -> Default apps -> Home app and switch it manually.
Prepare a USB drive (recommended)
Copy the APK to the root of a USB drive formatted as FAT32 or exFAT. Most car displays recognize one of these formats.
Plug the drive into the car display
Insert the USB drive into the vehicle USB port. Many systems will open a file manager or show a USB prompt automatically.
Open the file manager
Look for an app such as "Files" or "My Files," then open the USB drive and find the APK. If your system has no file manager, you cancontact supportfor a recommended file manager APK.
Install the APK
Open the APK and complete installation by following the prompts. On the first install you may need to confirm install permission.
Set as default launcher, then restart
When the launcher picker appears, choose "SmartCar Launcher -> Always." Restarting the system afterward helps ensure the setting sticks.
Connect your phone by USB -> choose file transfer mode -> browse phone storage from the car system file manager -> install the APK.
Option 2:Go to
Settings -> App management -> Default apps -> Desktop/Homeand choose SmartCar Launcher.Option 3:Inside SmartCar Launcher settings, use the built-in "Set as default launcher" shortcut.
Settings -> App management -> Default apps -> Desktop Switch back to the stock launcher first, then uninstall SmartCar Launcher normally. Do not uninstall before switching, or you may be left without an available home screen.
System requirements
Android version
Android 4.2 or later
Memory
1 GB RAM or more recommended
Available storage
At least 200 MB of free space
Compatible devices
Most Android car displays