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Tesla 2020.44 OTA Software Update Gets New Voice Command Languages, Spotify Improvements & More

Tesla 2020.44 OTA Software Update Gets New Voice Command Languages, Spotify Improvements & More

Tesla has begun rolling out a new 2020.44 software update that includes additional Voice Command Languages, Autopilot Set Speed, Spotify Improvements, Media Search Improvements, Launch Mode Improvements, and more.

The release notes are available on Teslascope.

Autopilot Set Speed
Model S and Model X
You can now change the Autopilot set speed offset by adjusting Controls> Autopilot> Set Speed ​​Offset.

The Set Speed ​​Offset can be configured to a FIXED speed offset for all roads or to a PERCENTAGE that will vary based on the speed limit of the road.

When activated, Autopilot will set the cruise speed to the speed limit of the road, and will adjust either to the Set Speed ​​Offset that is specified or to the current driving speed, whichever is greater.

Model 3 and Model Y
You can now change the Autopilot set speed by adjusting Controls> Autopilot> Set Speed ​​to one of the following options:

SPEED LIMIT will set the cruise speed to the speed limit of the road, and will adjust either to the Set Speed ​​Offset that is specified or to the current driving speed, whichever is greater. The Set Speed ​​Offset can be configured to a FIXED speed for all roads or to a PERCENTAGE that will vary based on the speed limit of the road.

CURRENT SPEED will set the cruise speed to the current driving speed.

Spotify Improvements
Spotify has been updated to make it easier to find and play content from your library, which now also includes collaborative playlists and podcasts. With gapless playback, you can enjoy playlists without disruption in between tracks. A Spotify home tab has been added to help you discover new content which is customized based on your listening preferences. Spotify also syncs with other devices that are logged in, making it easier to control what is playing in the car from the Spotify mobile app.

Media Search Improvements
The media search results are now re-arranged for easier viewing. Results now also display based on the media source you are actively using, highlighting and making it more convenient to find what you are looking for.

Search results when searching for specific items via voice have also been improved to show you more of what you are looking for.

Media Sources
You can now show or hide your preferred media sources in the Media Player. Go to the Audio Settings> Sources to hide the sources that you do not use. Media search results will also exclude all hidden media sources.



Launch Mode Improvements
In Launch Mode, refined motor controls have increased your car's high speed power, improving acceleration.

To initiate Launch mode, first enable Insane + acceleration by tapping Controls> Driving> Acceleration> Insane + and follow the instructions displayed by tapping the "How to use Launch Mode" link.

To initiate Launch mode, first enable Ludicrous + acceleration by tapping Controls> Driving> Acceleration> Ludicrous + and follow the instructions displayed by tapping the "How to use Launch Mode" link.

Voice Command Language
You can now select a voice command language different than the touchscreen language via Controls> Display> Voice Recognition.


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