Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk is always hyperactive on twitter. He answers genuine queries by enthusiasts and owners most of the time. Recently tweeting in reply to a person’s query about upcoming Tesla software update V10, Elon said it may roll out by the end of August.

As of now, this update is only available for the tesla owners with early access. Elon says he doesn’t have a definite date for the stable version release of the software update. It depends upon the feedback of the software from the early access users. The highly advanced system should be thoroughly prepared so that post its stable rollout no issues should happen which could hamper the riding.

In this post, we will check out what are the new features which the upcoming software update V10 packs.

Features of Tesla Software Update V10

Now, let’s check out the features of the V10 software update which are known as of now.

Video Streaming facility

These days everyone wants to Netflix and chill. so, Tesla is making sure to provide the same for its car owners. When the car will come to halt, the passenger can stream Netflix and Youtube. The surround sound audio and HD video quality will help pass the time. Musk mentioned this feature in one of his tweets.

He also reveals the plan to introduce Netflix streaming while the car is in motion. This will be possible once the regulatory body approves the full self-driving concept.

Traffic Light Recognition

While everyone is expecting Tesla to provide full self-drive technology. However, it is important to have the tech which enables the cars to understand the traffic situation and other road conditions smarty. Hopefully, with the Tesla car software update V10, enhanced stop signing and traffic light recognition. As of now, this feature going under rigorous testing and tweaks.

According to musk, the system will understand all traffic and stop signals. However, it is yet to be efficient to work properly in handling the corners.

Reading Out Text Message

Another important upgrade is the feature which will read aloud the text message which will come when the user is driving the car.  So, the user will not be distracted by looking at the phone. Elon confirms of this feature on his twitter handle.

Smart Summon

Smart summon is an important step towards shifting tesla cars into full self-driving machines. The upcoming V10 software update for tesla brings this feature. If you have parked your Tesla and want to summon it, then use the official app. Even if you are around 150 feet away from the parking, the car will drive itself up to you.

There are some early access users who have recently received this update for their tesla. You can see this YouTube video of a Tesla driving itself under the smart summon. [courtesy- ALL Electric]

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Joe Mode

Tesla car software update V10 will also bring the feature Joe Mode. Let’s know what it is. When your Tesla is performing an auto lane correction, it generates warning sound. Now, those passengers who may travel with kids, may not find this suitable as the sound can wake up their sleeping kids.

When a Twitterati asked about this sound issue to Elon, he confirmed about the Joe Mode. The default volume for the auto lane correction sound is normal. However, with Joe Mode, the sounds of beeps and chimes will further reduce.

New games

Tesla will make sure to keep its owner/driver/passengers entertained while they are on a journey. With the V10 update, games like Cuphead will be available for the users. Elon says that the customers will experience a seamless gaming experience with a support of 60 FPS.

Later at some point in time, Tesla will also include the emoji support. The emoji has literally become synonymous with expressing all kinds of possible emotions. The V10 software update will not include the feature though.

Basically, we can infer that with this the V10 software will extend the scope of Tesla to become a completely self-driving machine. There is a lot of focus to provide the Tesla cars with efficient automation.

So, this was a detailed look into the upcoming Tesla software update v10 and the feature that it will bring. Stay tuned with EVLens to get all the latest information on Tesla cars.