Exploring Tesla's Premium Connectivity: What's Worth It and What's Not?

🎵Music streaming via Tesla's platform may not be necessary, as it offers limited song selection and can be easily replaced by phone Bluetooth streaming.

🎥Premium connectivity allows Tesla owners to watch streaming services like Hulu, Netflix, Twitch, YouTube, and Disney Plus in their cars, but this feature requires a hotspot or premium connectivity.

🧭Tesla's navigation system is accurate and efficient, even without premium connectivity. It can still route and avoid traffic, although you won't be able to see traffic information on the map.

🐶Sentry Mode, a feature that acts as a dashcam while the car is parked, provides peace of mind. Premium connectivity enables real-time viewing of the car's cameras, including during parking or charging.

🌐Tesla's software updates can be downloaded via Wi-Fi, and urgent recalls can be delivered over the air. Premium connectivity may offer a stronger cell service signal in areas with poor reception.

Is premium connectivity necessary for basic features like navigation?

—No, Tesla's navigation system works well even without premium connectivity, as it can still route and avoid traffic. However, you won't have access to real-time traffic information.

Can I use my own streaming services like Spotify or Apple Music in my Tesla?

—Yes, you can easily connect your phone via Bluetooth and stream from your preferred music streaming services, making Tesla's music streaming feature less necessary.

What is Sentry Mode, and why is it useful?

—Sentry Mode is a feature that acts as a dashcam while the Tesla is parked. It provides video recording and surveillance for security purposes. With premium connectivity, you can view the car's cameras in real-time, providing peace of mind and convenience.

Do I need premium connectivity to receive software updates?

—No, Tesla's software updates can be downloaded via Wi-Fi. In case of urgent recalls, the updates can be delivered over the air, regardless of whether you have standard or premium connectivity.

What happens after the 8-year period of standard connectivity ends?

—After 8 years, the standard connectivity features, including navigation, will no longer be accessible. This applies to vehicles delivered after July 2022, unless stated otherwise.

00:00Tesla's premium connectivity offers various features, but their necessity and value differ.

01:17Premium connectivity enables streaming services like Hulu, Netflix, Twitch, YouTube, and Disney Plus in Tesla cars.

02:30Tesla's navigation system works well even without premium connectivity, although you won't have access to real-time traffic information.

04:33Sentry Mode acts as a dashcam while the car is parked, and premium connectivity allows real-time viewing of the car's cameras for added security.

05:59Software updates can be downloaded via Wi-Fi, and urgent recalls can be delivered over the air, regardless of connectivity type.