MEGA-POLL: Software Wishlist

[hydbob]

Please read all of these instructions before beginning!

Welcome to the MEGA-POLL, which is a term that we pretty much just made up. We have spent a considerable amount of time compiling all of the most common SOFTWARE REQUESTS by users. We have then added them all into this thread. We would appreciate if users upvote the items that are most important to you regarding the car user interface. If you would like an additional item added, please message any moderator. Comments on the thread are not allowed. Only voting.

In the future, will also release a similar thread for hardware and one for bugs.

Please vote for a maximum of 10 items. There are 44 total items on 3 pages. It's a good idea to read through all of the items first and then come back and vote.
This will allow the most popular ones to be drawn to the top of the thread. The system will not automatically count, so you are on the honor code. Each user using exactly 10 votes will keep the prioritization appropriate and accurate. The moderators will present the results to Lucid once there are enough responses to represent an appropriate sample size. Of course, our heartfelt hope is that Lucid will incorporate every single one of these items into the vehicle over time. Prioritization is the goal of this exercise.

To vote: on a computer use the up-arrow at the right edge of the item. On a phone, use the arrow just below the item.

Note: CarPlay/AA is a highly requested feature. It is not listed here because Lucid has already said it is in development and its release is imminent.

Enjoy!
@Adnillien @Bobby @borski @hydbob @joec

 

[hydbob]

Scheduled charging either via app or car

Details: Allow for scheduled charging via the Pilot Panel or via the app.
Further enhancement: location-based charging options for owners with multiple homes or charging sites.

OTA 2.0.52

 

[hydbob]

Sentry/dashcam mode

Details: Sentry mode allows car to monitor its perimeter when parked and notify owner if an issue occurs. Dashcam allows constant timestamped recording to front and rear and enables saving of video when user wants or in case of accident. Save to USB or cloud as per user preference. User may define upload destination, such as Google Drive.

Further enhancement: location-based enabling option, so may be disabled when parked in home garage, etc. to save battery.

 

[Bobby]

User selected options for locking and unlocking

Details: expand the settings menu in the car to allow much more control and personalization of the interface. For locking and unlocking, offer fob/mobile key options such as:

(1) FULL AUTO - unlock/lock automatically based on proximity,
(2) AUTO LOCK/PUSH HANDLE TO UNLOCK - unlock by pushing in the door handle, lock automatically based on proximity
(3) AUTO UNLOCK/PUSH HANDLE TO LOCK - unlock automatically based on proximity, lock by pushing in the door handle
(4) PUSH HANDLE ONLY - unlock/lock only by pushing in the door handle.

Unlock Setting:
(1) ALL DOORS
(2) DRIVERS'S DOOR ONLY

Such settings can be tied to individual key fobs or mobile keys (especially if multiple logins to app becomes available)
Further enhancement: location-based enabling option, so alternate mode may be selected when parked in home garage, etc. for convenience.

 

[Bobby]

Google navigation

Details: there's been many user complaints of incorrect navigation, circuitous routes, incomplete maps, etc. This enhancement would allow the user to choose Google maps or make them default.

 

[Bobby]

Revamped profile selection/recognition

Details: it is currently poorly understood how profiles are selected when the mobile key or key fob is in use versus facial recognition. Enhancement would allow the user to select how the profile is chosen and what functions or preferences are tied to that profile.
OTA 2.0.52

 

[Bobby]

Simplified reset procedure

Several reset procedures have been described in the forums. None of these procedures can be performed while the car is in motion. A simple reset procedure for infotainment without affecting drivability is desired.

 

[Bobby]

Geofenced automatic HomeLink operation

Details: Currently, the HomeLink menu automatically becomes visible when the car detects it is at the desired location. This enhancement would allow the user to create a preference that automatically activates the chosen HomeLink at the chosen location. Such a function would open the garage/gate when the car approaches and close it when the car leaves the location. In addition, existing HomeLink items could be edited to move the geofence location.

 

[Bobby]

User selected display on upper and lower screens

Details: currently, navigation/phone/audio may be shown on the upper screen only or drag to be shown on both screens. Will allow the user to choose what is shown on the upper screen separately from the lower. If the same item is indeed shown on the upper and lower, the lower screen would have greater detail or functionality.

One possible solution is facilitated by moving “Charging” and “Themes” buttons to settings and “Massage” into seats. These 3 open spots would be replaced by Navigation, Audio, and Phone. Other solutions could be explored.

 

[Bobby]

User selected display on the right side of the center cockpit panel

Details: currently, unless navigation is active and turn by turn directions are shown at the right edge of the center dashboard screen, that screen shows only the (admittedly pretty) Air logo. This enhancement would allow the user to choose what is shown on that portion of the screen. It could be tire pressures, audio status, phone status, enhanced vehicle details such as efficiency (discussed in a separate item on this poll), etc.

 

[Bobby]

Fine control over intermittent wipers

Details: currently, there were only two settings for intermittent wipers. Many users have requested having more fine control over the settings and having the lowest setting be lower than the current low and the highest setting being higher than the current high. There could be, for example, five settings to allow user control. A pop-up menu could appear when the intermittent wipers button is held down on the left portion of the dashboard and allow the user to select from a menu. Or, alternatively, additional taps of the High button would raise the intermittent intensity and the Low button would reduce it. Additionally, while it is fun to get soaking wet, the wipers should pause when the door is open.

 

[Bobby]

Enhanced sound controls

Details: Audio system sound is a highly subjective thing. Having an enhanced equalizer that allows the user to adjust more portions of the audio spectrum would please users who have specific taste in music and its presentation. Such an equalizer could be specific to each sound source, e.g. satellite could have a different saved setting than AM/FM. Such a feature could be enhanced even further to be specific to a certain playlist or individual satellite station. Not only will this enhance sound, but would reduce enormously long discussion threads in the forum about audio.

In addition, adding separate volume controls for audio, navigation voice, and phone are desired. Speed sensitive volume is another common request.

 

[joec]

Mobile app: Window controls, seat heat and steering wheel heat controls

Details: users have requested these additional functionalities in the app.

 

[joec]

Mobile App: Select profile

Details: because there is only one login available across multiple devices, and because many users are now using the mobile key and do not carry the fob, and because facial detection is not always reliable based on steering wheel position and driver height, a user could select desired profile directly from the app. By setting from the app, any adjustments, including seat position, are completed prior to entering the vehicle.

 

[joec]

Memory presets for driver and passenger seat independent of profile.

Details: currently, driver seat position is tied to the user profile. However, a single user may wish to have multiple memory seat positions. This is especially useful during charging because the user might wish to recline or move the seat back. Also, currently passenger seat has no memory options.

 

[Bobby]

Display efficiency (m/Kw) on left side of center cockpit display

Details: Users enjoy seeing their current efficiency without using to the pilot panel which is dangerous to use during driving.

 

[Bobby]

Improved calculation using driving history and possibly other factors. Applicable to miles remaining display as well as navigation.

Currently, the miles remaining is calculated based on EPA testing for the vehicle. Efficiency can vary quite a bit based on driving style, average speed, elevation, headwinds, external temperature, etc. The miles remaining display would take into account the last few miles of driving (amount TBD) to make its calculations. This could be further enhanced to take into account multiple other factors as listed here. For example, GPS reported elevation and wind speed could be incorporated in the calculations.
OTA 2.0.52

 

[joec]

Intensity levels for steering wheel heat

Details: three levels of intensity similar to the heated and ventilated seats.

 

[Bobby]

Frunk and trunk opening allowed only when vehicle is in Park

Details: users consider this a safety requirement. The only time it can be opened when the vehicle is not in park is by the person that you have kidnapped inside.

OTA 2.0.52

 

[Bobby]

Do not allow HomeLink (and other functions) to be covered by camera displays AND/OR move HomeLink to left cockpit display near headlights, etc.

Details: currently, the rear camera view covers the entire right cockpit display panel as well as the entire Pilot Panel. This enhancement would simply allow the Pilot Panel mode buttons to always be visible as well as the top bar of the right cockpit screen.

Another option would be to move HomeLink controls to the left side of the cockpit display.