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The new watchOS app will allow Tesla owners to use their Apple Watch as a digital car key and access key vehicle functions.
- Tesla's upcoming watchOS app will enable Apple Watch users to lock, unlock, and start their vehicles, replacing the need for third-party apps.
- The app will also allow users to check battery levels, open the trunk and frunk, and adjust climate control settings remotely.
- The Apple Watch app will be included in Tesla's 2024 Holiday Update, rolling out as an over-the-air update starting next week.
- Tesla owners currently rely on smartphone apps or NFC-based key cards, but the watchOS app adds a new layer of convenience for Apple Watch users.
- Additional updates in the Holiday release include improved Dashcam & Sentry Mode functionality, navigation enhancements, and playful features like seat-activated sound effects.
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