Rivian rolls out 'Rivian Assistant', an AI-powered digital helper integrated into its EVs' systems, enabling voice control over various vehicle functions, personalization, and safety features, despite lacking phone mirroring.
Rivian Assistant can answer vehicle-related questions and interact with personal apps like Google Calendar.
Rivian introduces its AI-driven in-vehicle voice assistant, available to Gen 1 & Gen 2 owners with Connect+ subscription and upcoming R2 SUV, offering personalized, multi-modal control over vehicle features and integrations.
The FCC extends software update window for existing foreign-made drones and routers to January 1, 2029, easing concerns for US consumers amid security-focused bans on new models from China.
The FCC extends the software update window for existing foreign-made drones and routers to January 1, 2029, easing concerns for owners of devices like DJI drones and TP-Link routers, though new models remain banned unless approved.
General Motors is planning to bring Google's Gemini AI assistant to around four million vehicles across the US. Model year 2022 and newer Cadillac, Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC vehicles with Google built-in will be eligible for the AI upgrade, which will be rolled out via over-the-air software updates for GM's infotainment system "over several months," […]
Elon Musk confirmed Wednesday that Tesla owners with Hardware 3 cars (sold 2019-2023) will need hardware upgrades — including a new computer and cameras — to run advanced unsupervised Full Self-Driving software. The admission contradicts years of promises that Hardware 3 would be sufficient and may expose Tesla to legal challenges from customers who purchased vehicles expecting future autonomous capability. Musk said Tesla is considering micro-factories to handle the upgrade volume.
