Hands-On with Rivian App v3: What’s New and What’s Next

Rivian Mobile App V3

Rivian just released version 3 of their mobile app, and it’s a big upgrade. The whole design feels cleaner and easier to use. There’s better use of space, more thoughtful colors, and key features are easier to find. It’s clear Rivian listened to user feedback when putting this together. This update also sets the stage for more improvements down the…

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Apple Watch Support Coming Soon to Rivian Vehicles, Confirmed by Wassym

Apple Watch Support Coming to Rivian Vehicles

Rivian is actively working on Apple Watch integration, according to Chief Software Officer Wassym Bensaid, who responded to a comment on X and followed up with RivianTrackr. This feature will let users lock, unlock, and send various commands to their vehicle directly from their Apple Watch—no phone required. This functionality was first teased during the Gen 2 vehicle announcement, and…

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New Rivian Patent Details Multi-Function Scroll Wheel Design

Rivian R2 Halo Roller Haptic System

Thanks to friend-of-the-site kanundrum, we’ve got a look at some new Rivian patent filings that give us a much deeper peek into the scroll wheels spotted on the R2 and R3 prototype vehicles. While they might look simple at first glance, these little dials might just be one of the most important UX features in Rivian’s next-gen lineup. According to the…

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