Today, NIO announced the firmware upgrade of three major intelligent systems, Aspen, Alder, and Banyan, during the user communication meeting. The upgrade covers multiple areas, including cabin experience, driving control, and assisted driving, with over a hundred new features and optimizations added. This system upgrade covers all NIO models.
Currently, NIO has launched three major intelligent systems:
- ET7, ES7, and ET5 are equipped with the Banyan system;
- 2022 ES8, ES6, and EC6 are equipped with the Alder system;
- ES8, ES6, and EC6 before 2022 are equipped with the Aspen system.
The 1.2.0 version of the Banyan system added and optimized over 50 functions, including the Guard Mode in the parking scenario.
Based on four ultra-wide-angle cameras and one intelligent in-car perception camera, it achieves 360-degree coverage, while the in-car gyroscope and door sensor can effectively detect vehicle vibrations and unauthorized intrusions. The Guard Mode can push detected alarm information to users via the NIO App messages and mobile SMS.
It supports remote viewing of the car’s surroundings on a mobile phone and has reliable privacy protection measures.
In terms of cabin audio-visual experience, version 1.2.0 adds a new tuning style and “Driver” sound field mode for ET7.
At the same time, NIO Immersion Sound has partnered with QQ Music and Kuwo Music to launch a Dolby panoramic sound area and Vinyl area.“`
Furthermore, the NIO app, TikTok, and Migu video app have all been integrated into NIO’s in-car system, providing users with more entertainment options.
Additionally, the Banyan 1.2.0 firmware update includes features such as a vehicle standby mode, English language interface, low-temperature charging preheating, and ET7 car summoning at close range.
The Alder Redwood firmware has been upgraded to version 1.1.0, adding features such as guard mode, remote viewing of the car’s surroundings, TikTok, vinyl album section, and three types of HUD navigation modes. The Aspen White Poplar firmware has been upgraded to version 3.3.0, adding features such as TikTok, vinyl album section, EQ equalizer, and multiple experience optimizations for NIO Pilot.
In addition, this update also includes progress on NOP+, including more stable and decisive driving style, smarter speed control strategy, and more comprehensive safety range detection.
“`Regarding the timing, the navigation team will start testing from this month onwards, and the official release will be widely available in the first quarter of next year.
As for the charging issue, whether or not it will be charged is not conclusive yet. Ted only mentioned that there would be a reasonable price and it would not be too burdensome for users.
User QA:
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Q1: Will the wireless charger of NIO ET7 be optimized? A1: The NIO ET7 will be updated to a 40W air-cooled package in the future, and the existing ET7 will also provide upgrades. Since the disassembly and assembly difficulty is relatively high, it still needs to wait for a while. It is expected to be launched in the first quarter of next year. As for MagSafe, NIO will not provide optional installation. NIO will still prefer the air-cooling solution. From the current 40W infinite charging efficiency, it is still good.
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Q2: Can Aspen update the navigation intersection enlargement? A2: No, there are restrictions on the changes of the instrument and HUD if Aspen is not upgraded to 8155. Aspen’s upcoming updates include Netease Cloud Music, Migu Video, NIO Pilot’s safety and comfort optimization, and FOTA experience improvement.
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Q3: Can the current problem of unclear camera be optimized? A3: Currently, Alder and Banyan’s cameras occasionally overexpose, and it will be optimized in the next version.
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Q4: Will automatic parking be charged? A4: It may be charged because automatic parking is part of NAD.
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