Tesla has taken a significant step forward in integrating its technology with Apple devices by launching an Apple Watch app. This new app allows Tesla owners to seamlessly control several functions of their vehicles right from their wrists. Just a week ahead of the anticipated 2024 Holiday Update for Tesla vehicles, this app offers an exciting preview of what’s to come.
Apple Watch users who update their Tesla app can take advantage of features like locking and unlocking their Tesla, starting the air conditioning, and even opening the frunk—all accessible from the app’s home screen. Notably, users can also check their car’s battery percentage and available miles, providing crucial information at a glance.
A simple swipe up on the watch reveals additional controls. This secondary interface lets users open and close the trunk, manage the NACS charging port, flash the vehicle’s lights, and even honk the horn. It also includes a vehicle switch selector and displays details like the car’s VIN number and model version, enhancing the convenience for Tesla drivers.
Moreover, the app allows for customization through what Apple refers to as “complications.” These complications enable users to display timely and relevant information on the watch face, such as the vehicle’s state of charge and various home energy data points like Powerwall status and solar generation.
To take advantage of this new Tesla app on the Apple Watch, the device must be running watchOS 11. While this offers some functionalities like viewing charge status and navigating the command interface, full operational capabilities will activate with the upcoming software Holiday Update. Once the update is installed in their vehicles, Tesla owners may even find they can start their cars and hit the road using just the Apple Watch for authentication.
This development underscores Tesla’s ongoing efforts to enhance user convenience and connectivity through innovative technology, bridging everyday tech with automotive experiences. As Tesla enthusiasts eagerly await the full rollout of the update, this Apple Watch app gives a fascinating glimpse into the future of car and tech integration.
