Tesla Launches Apple Watch App with Digital Key Functionality

Great news for Tesla owners! Tesla has officially launched a new app for the Apple Watch, bringing digital key functionality right to your wrist. Announced alongside Tesla’s 2024 Holiday Update, the Apple Watch app makes it easier than ever to interact with your Tesla. Let’s take a closer look at what’s new and why this app is a game-changer for Tesla enthusiasts.

Use Your Apple Watch as a Tesla Key

With Tesla’s new Apple Watch app, you can now use your watch as a phone key for your Tesla. No more digging in your pockets or handbag to find your phone—just tap your watch and you're good to go! The app also allows you to:

• View Battery Charge: Check your vehicle’s battery level at a glance.

• Open the Frunk: Need to pop the front trunk (frunk)? You can do it right from your Apple Watch.

• Control Climate: Turn on climate control to heat or cool your car before you even get inside. Perfect for those cold mornings or hot afternoons!

What Else Can You Do with the Apple Watch App?

The latest version of the Tesla Apple Watch app brings more than just key functionality. You can also:

• Pair Your Watch as a Key: The app makes it simple to pair your Apple Watch as a digital key, making accessing your car more convenient.

• Dashcam and Sentry Mode Clips: Watch and save Dashcam and Sentry Mode clips directly from your watch by accessing the Security > Dashcam Viewer section.

More Features in the Tesla iPhone App

The Apple Watch app isn’t the only way to control your Tesla. The Tesla app for iPhone offers a range of features that make managing your vehicle easier and more enjoyable. Here are some of the highlights:

• Check Charging Progress: Monitor your car's charging progress in real time and start or stop charging remotely.

• Pre-Condition Your Car: Heat or cool your car before driving—even if it's parked in your garage.

• Remote Lock/Unlock: Lock or unlock your car from anywhere, giving you peace of mind.

• Locate Your Vehicle: Track your vehicle’s location, get directions to it, or even see its movement.

• Send Navigation Directions: Send an address from your favorite apps straight to your car’s navigation.

• Passenger Media Control: Allow your passengers to easily control the media inside your car.

• Flash Lights or Honk the Horn: Quickly find your vehicle in a crowded parking lot.

• Vent or Close the Panoramic Roof: Open or close the roof when needed.

• Summon Your Vehicle: Use Autopilot to summon your car out of tight parking spaces.

• Software Updates: Update your vehicle software remotely.

• Engage with Powerwall: Monitor energy from solar, track battery usage, and more.

• Download Solar Data: View and download solar production and battery usage data.

Final Thoughts

The new Tesla Apple Watch app is an exciting addition to the Tesla ecosystem, making it even more convenient for owners to manage their cars. From using your watch as a key to controlling climate settings and watching Dashcam clips, this app brings the power of Tesla directly to your wrist.

With all these great features, both the Apple Watch and iPhone apps continue to make Tesla ownership a seamless experience. Be sure to download the latest update and give these features a try—it’s all about making life a little easier, one tap at a time!