It might be fun to ride one horse in open sleighs, but do they support Apple Music? No they do not. Tesla’s electric cars do – thanks to the company’s latest “Holiday Update.”
The new firmware means Apple Music is now integrated into Tesla’s music player, alongside other music apps like Spotify. Users should benefit from both Tesla’s user interface and voice commands, making it easier to find numbers while driving.
However, there is a small catch. According to the release notes (via @arstechinc)“Tesla owners need a Premium Connectivity subscription to run Apple Music over a cellular connection” ($10 per month in the US).
As for spatial audio, Apple has previously announced that Apple Music will support the technology in some vehicles, but Tesla doesn’t appear to be part of the program. The release notes don’t mention spatial audio, Dolby Atmos, or indeed lossless audio.
The update (2022.44.25) is rolling out now. To access Apple Music in a Tesla, tap the Apple Music icon in the Application Launcher, scan the QR code with your mobile device and sign in with your Apple ID.
The software adds a host of other goodies, including the ability to play thousands of Steam games in your car, a new Tesla Arcade game (Mahjong), Dog Mode (dog-friendly climate control and remote video surveillance), Light Show (vehicle headlight flashes to the music), and a Mario Karttheme Autopilot mode.
Apple Music has been spreading its wings lately. It landed on Microsoft’s Xbox consoles earlier this year, and last week Apple unveiled a new karaoke mode called Apple Music Sing.
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