Rivian Mobile App 2.17 Introduces Exciting New Features

The latest update to the Rivian mobile app, version 2.17, brings several noteworthy upgrades that enhance both usability and functionality for Rivian owners. Here’s a breakdown of what’s new:

Rivian Assistant AI

The app now includes Rivian Assistant, an AI-driven feature designed to help troubleshoot issues, answer your questions, and streamline service requests. This addition aims to make support more accessible and efficient for users on the go.

Real-Time Live Location

The Live Location feature gets a major upgrade, allowing users to see their vehicle’s location in real time. Plus, a privacy option lets you temporarily hide your vehicle’s location from other drivers—perfect for maintaining discretion when needed.

iOS Live Activity for OTA Updates

For iOS users, Over-the-Air updates are now displayed as live activities, keeping you informed of the update progress without needing to open the app. It’s a small touch that makes staying updated more seamless.

Keyfob 2.0 and Climate Scheduling for Gen 2

Owners of Gen 2 Rivians benefit from two new features:

  • Keyfob 2.0 Support: Improved compatibility and new functionality. (keyfob is not available yet)
  • Climate Schedule: Pre-schedule your cabin climate settings to ensure a perfectly comfortable ride every time you hop in.

Font Updates and Dynamic Widgets

The app’s fonts have received subtle updates for improved readability, giving the interface a fresh look. Additionally, when adding widgets to your device’s home screen, the information presented now updates dynamically in real time, offering even more convenience.

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Jose Castillo Founder and Editor
Jose Castillo is the founder of RivianTrackr and has owned and driven Rivians since early in the brand's consumer history. He currently drives an R1S and an R2 in Florida and uses Universal Hands-Free every day. As a credentialed Rivian journalist, he has covered the R2 First Drive in Park City and SXSW firsthand and has spoken directly with Rivian's software and autonomy leadership.
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7 Comments

  1. Saw the app update, but I did not see any cabin pre conditioning schedule we can set. I do have Gen 2

  2. I have a gen 2 and downloaded this update. I see climate control but not scheduling. I also got a pop up for the AI assistant after the download but can’t find where to access it. Am I missing something on these features?

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