What?
If apps that can’t be used on android auto or Apple car play are not accessible, it’s because their features or designs are not safe for road use. There are standards that have to be met.
Yes, a cable into the centre console. We have two. Data & usb charge. Put your phone away.
That panel? I now assume this is not a photo of your car. It’s a compartment with a door. They are on many models. It’s too small to get most phones into and the phone slides out from there easily.
Don’t use your phone in the car.