Tesla’s long-waited FSD Beta v9 software started shipping to owners late Tuesday.
The update brings Tesla Vision, a camera-based computer vision system that powers a number of features including Autopilot.
Here are the release notes:
Full Self-Driving (Beta)Full Self-Driving is an early limited access Beta and must be used with additional caution. It may do the wrong thing at the worst time, so you must always keep your hands on the wheel and pay extra attention to the road. Do not become complacent. When Full Self-Driving is enabled, your vehicle will make lane changes off-highway, select forks to follow your navigation on route, navigate around other vehicles and objects, and make left and right turns. Use Full Self-Driving in limited Beta only if you will pay constant attention to the road, and be prepared to act immediately, especially around blind corners, crossing intersections, and in narrow driving situations.Driving Visualization ImprovementsThe driving visualization has been improved to better support Full Self-Driving capabilities. When Full Self-Driving is engaged and apps are not displayed, the driving visualization will expand to show additional surrounding information. To disable the Expanded Full Self-Driving Visualization, tap Controls > Autopilot. With the larger visualization, select items have slightly moved but will continue to look and behave the same.Cabin CameraThe cabin camera above your rearview mirror can now determine driver inattentiveness and provide you with audible alerts, to remind you to keep your eyes on the road when Autopilot is engaged. Camera images do not leave the vehicle itself, which means the system cannot save or transmit information unless you enable data sharing. To change your data settings, tap Controls > Safety & Security > Data Sharing on your car’s touchscreen.
Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk has called the improvements “mind-blowing.”
It will be interesting to see if Tesla owners feel the same way.
TMC Member Chazman has posted some early impressions. Check out one of the videos below.
Image: Youtube/Chazman
