Android Auto bug blocks calls from closed foldable phones

Motorola and Google are investigating an Android Auto issue where outgoing calls fail when clamshell foldables like the Razr and Galaxy Z Flip are closed. Incoming calls and calls made with the phone open work fine. Users link the problem to Gemini replacing Google Assistant.

• Outgoing calls fail when the flip phone is closed
• Incoming calls and open-phone calls work normally
• Affects Motorola Razr and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
• Reports tie the issue to Gemini replacing Google Assistant