Tesla has started rolling out its 2024.27.20 software update to a small group of users, and it includes Full Self-Driving (FSD Supervised) 12.5.3, along with the highly anticipated release of Actually Smart Summon (ASS).
S3XY ASS is here, folks! Back in October 2022, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said ASS was “almost done”. Nearly two years later, ASS is finally complete.
You will need to enable ASS after installing the software update. The release notes are pretty hilarious.
“Enable Summon Standby for quicker response times. Tick this if you want your Tesla to be on its toes, or rather, on its tires, always primed for your command. You can change this setting anytime,” says the description, with a final question, “Do you want to enable Dumb Summon and Actually Smart Summon?”.
Owners need to select “NO” or “YES” to continue.
Thanks to @WholeMarsBlog who received the 2024.27.20 software update and installed it just now, we see how ASS works and looks like in the Tesla mobile app. ASS will show you a live view of four cameras from your car. This is pretty cool as that means you can see your car moving and any obstacles as it’s coming towards you.
Below are the 2024.27.20 release notes from Tesla (via @WholeMarsBlog).
ASS (Actually Smart Summon)
Buckle up for the ride of your life, except, surprise! You’re not in the car. ASS (Actually Smart Summon) allows your vehicle to come to you, or head to a spot that you choose, all on its own. It’s like magic, but with more tech and less wand-waving.
Additionally, Dumb Summon allows you to move your Tesla forward or back with simple controls directly in your mobile app.
To use, open your Tesla app, hit the Summon tab, and get a live feed from your car’s cameras to guide your supervision.
You can halt your journey anytime by just letting go of the button. See your Owner’s Manual for additional details.
ASS and Dumb Summon should only be used in parking lots or driveways. Keep an eye on your car and its surroundings at all times. Stay vigilant, especially around the fast and the furious (people, bikes, and other cars). You are still responsible for your vehicle, so watch as it drives and stop it if necessary.
Note: ASS requires the Tesla mobile app version 4.36.6 or later.
Coming Soon:
Time for some S3XY ASS folks. Who’s lucky enough to get this update? It seems to be going out for AI4 (HW4) cars first.
Here’s a video of ASS in action according to @WholeMarsBlog:
My first time sitting in the back seat while FSD drives me around in my new Model 3 Performance $TSLA pic.twitter.com/OM9qnntpj8
— Whole Mars Catalog (@WholeMarsBlog) September 3, 2024
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I am on the look out while sitting in the front, can't imagine sitting in the back seat watching your car drive at this stage..haha.