Tesla's Simultaneous FSD Updates: A Sign of Things to Come?
Tesla just dropped two FSD updates, V12.6.1 and V13.2.4, under the same software version. Is this a glimpse into a more streamlined update process or simply a consequence of diverging hardware platforms HW3 and HW4? Does this mean faster FSD updates are on the horizon, or are we reading too much into it?
The explanation points to separate vehicle firmware and Autopilot firmware, with the FSD version hard-coded into the vehicle firmware. This seems to suggest the simultaneous release is more about managing different hardware requirements than a fundamental shift in update delivery. However, the fact remains that Tesla is now juggling two distinct FSD branches. How will this impact the development and rollout of future features? Will HW3 owners be left in the dust as HW4 advances?
Considering the rapid pace of FSD evolution, maintaining two separate versions seems like a significant undertaking. Could this lead to a slowdown in updates for one platform or perhaps even influence Tesla's future hardware decisions?
What are your thoughts on this dual FSD update strategy? Share your predictions and insights on the future of FSD updates for both HW3 and HW4.
Tesla's Simultaneous FSD Updates: A Sign of Things to Come?
Tesla just dropped two FSD updates, V12.6.1 and V13.2.4, under the same software version. Is this a glimpse into a more streamlined update process or simply a consequence of diverging hardware platforms HW3 and HW4? Does this mean faster FSD updates are on the horizon, or are we reading too much into it?
The explanation points to separate vehicle firmware and Autopilot firmware, with the FSD version hard-coded into the vehicle firmware. This seems to suggest the simultaneous release is more about managing different hardware requirements than a fundamental shift in update delivery. However, the fact remains that Tesla is now juggling two distinct FSD branches. How will this impact the development and rollout of future features? Will HW3 owners be left in the dust as HW4 advances?
Considering the rapid pace of FSD evolution, maintaining two separate versions seems like a significant undertaking. Could this lead to a slowdown in updates for one platform or perhaps even influence Tesla's future hardware decisions?
What are your thoughts on this dual FSD update strategy? Share your predictions and insights on the future of FSD updates for both HW3 and HW4.
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