Rivian to add Apple Wallet car keys with R1T and R1S OS update

Rivian’s Chief Software Officer Wassym Bensaid confirmed today that the .46 OTA update will bring Digital Key support to the second-generation R1S and R1T. Here’s what that means.

Unlock with the iPhone and Apple Watch, even with no battery

With today’s announcement, Bensaid confirmed that later this month, the .46 OTA update will let iPhone users store their key for a Gen 2 Rivian in their Apple Wallet, and use their iPhone or Apple Watch to unlock and lock their car.