Although NissanConnect is a connected car service offering s many exciting features for using a smartphone app. Depending on the app's functionalities, s can also remotely begin charging sessions, locate nearby stations, or check the available range.
The connected car service is one innovation that automakers have leveraged when advertising their respective models. With the feature, drivers can feel more in sync with systems like navigation, infotainment and security. For instance, navigation is much better as it can connect with the internet to access real-time traffic data. With the infotainment, drivers can make hands-free calls using voice commands. The same applies to the streaming of songs using Apple CarPlay or Spotify.
NissanConnect effectively combines entertainment, security and navigation to give drivers the best possible experience. Regardless of the driver's current needs, Nissan insists that there's always a feature to use. It also comes with many possibilities s Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Nissan's connected car service needs to undergo frequent upgrades to deliver an excellent experience. Since it's designed like a smartphone or laptop's operating system, it'll need to be updated regularly. The software improvements can be ed over the air and installed at the driver's earliest convenience. NissanConnect OTA updates can be received manually or automatically. It needs a strong internet connection through the system's built-in network or home Wi-Fi.
Steps To Initiate OTA Updates
With OTA updates come improvements in service delivery, bug fixes and newer system applications. To get the latest version automatically, drivers need to press 'Menu' using the NissanConnect screen. Once the menu screen pops up, the next step is selecting the 'Info' icon and then 'System Information.' Once there, drivers should touch 'Software Update.' To finalize the process, they need to confirm that the screen displays 'Auto.' Whenever there's an update, a pop-up notification will appear. Selecting 'Yes' accepts the update and begins the process.
For manual updates, the procedure is similar except for some steps. Once drivers have touched the 'Software Update' icon, they'll also need to press the 'Check for Updates' icon. This searches for any new version. If there's one, the s will be prompted by some instructions. In the absence of none, the Nissan infotainment screen will display "This software version is the latest." It should be noted that some wireless features, like Apple CarPlay, won't work during the installation of updates. To keep streaming music while the system updates, drivers should plug their Apple device into a dedicated USB port in the center console.
Source: Nissan USA