As per tradition, Tesla releases its annual "Holiday Update" through OTA every December. This year, Tesla's overseas team has even teased the update earlier than usual, announcing that the rollout will begin next week.
This year's update is packed with major features, including the much-anticipated Tesla App support for Apple Watch, allowing users to monitor battery levels, open the front trunk, turn on the air conditioning, and unlock the car, among other functions. Here's a detailed breakdown of the updates:
✅ Tesla App Now Supports Apple Watch
- Digital Key: Apple Watch can now function as a digital car key, replacing your iPhone.
- Quick Vehicle Access: Users can check battery levels, open the front trunk, and control the air conditioning directly from the Apple Watch.
Earlier this year, Elon Musk finally approved adding support for Apple Watch and other smartwatches, now included in the holiday update.
✅ Sentry Mode Improvements
- Save Clips to Phone: Users can now view and save dashcam and Sentry Mode recordings directly from the Tesla App for editing or sharing.
- Enhanced Alerts: If someone pulls the door handle while Sentry Mode is active, the app will send an immediate notification.
✅ Enhanced Safety Features
- Blind Spot Warning While Reversing: When reversing, the vehicle detects pedestrians, vehicles, or objects and displays a red warning bar with an alert sound on the central screen.
✅ Automatic Gear Shifting for Refreshed Model 3
- Smart Auto Shift: The refreshed Model 3 can now intelligently switch between drive and reverse gears, making parking and multi-point turns more convenient.
✅ Navigation Improvements
- Destination Battery Setting: Allows drivers to set a target battery percentage for when they reach their destination, planning mid-journey charging accordingly.
- Enroute Search and Detour Time Estimates: Navigation now filters search results and shows estimated detour times, helping plan routes during traffic jams.
- Smart Rerouting: Automatically avoids closed roads for smoother travel.
- Precipitation Map & Weather Info: View real-time precipitation and destination weather information directly on the map.
✅ Entertainment Features
- Improved Prank Mode: Fart sounds can now be triggered when someone sits in a specific seat.
- New Game - Boomerang Battle: A fast-paced game where players use boomerangs to defeat enemies, with power-ups for chaotic fun.
- SiriusXM Radio Support: Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck now support SiriusXM.
- Remote Light Show: Users can schedule and control the light show via the Tesla App.
SiriusXM previously hinted at a new streaming service for Tesla, while TuneIn Radio has also seen some undisclosed improvements and remains free.
✅ Cybertruck-Specific Updates
- Customizable 3D Vehicle Model: Configure the car’s 3D model appearance, including paint and license plates, on the central screen or app.
- Enhanced Reversing Interface: Larger reversing display on the center screen.
- Christmas Mode: Transforms the Cybertruck’s 3D model into Santa’s sleigh with accompanying holiday music.
✅ New Seat Control Panel
- Seat Adjustment: A redesigned control panel allows users to adjust unused front and rear passenger seats as needed.
✅ Vehicle Maintenance Tracker
- Maintenance Notifications: Owners can now view and track all maintenance tasks (e.g., routine check-ups, tire care) directly from the car's touchscreen.
✅ Supercharger Maintenance Alerts
- Out-of-Service Superchargers: The navigation system will notify users of any nearby Superchargers under maintenance or unavailable for use.
✅ Other Updates & Improvements
- Reversing Volume Control: Music volume lowers automatically when reversing to minimize distractions.
- Energy Display Enhancements: Added an energy usage page for Model S, Model X, and Cybertruck.
- Rear Screen Control Upgrade: Rear passengers can now control video playback while the car is in motion, enhancing entertainment options.
- Parking Finder: Locate nearby parking spots around your destination or points of interest.
- Traffic Display: Even without the premium connectivity package, navigation now displays traffic conditions along the route.
This comprehensive update ensures Tesla owners enjoy a safer, more convenient, and entertaining driving experience just in time for the holidays.
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