Not entirely accurate. It cannot be a Google Workspace account, however it does not have to be an @gmail.com address. You can create a "Google" account with a third party email address and that will still work. Just to clarify for anyone that might have created a Google account with another email address.
Software Update 2.9 Released
Some nice new features!
Updates in software 2.9
Updates in software 2.9
- You can now switch between Pilot Assist and Adaptive Cruise Control with the left steering wheel buttons. More information about Pilot Assist and Adaptive Cruise Control can be found in the Owner's manual after the installation.
- New features in Apple CarPlay:
- Apple Maps is now available in the driver display.
- “Play/Pause” and “Next/Previous” buttons are available on the Apple CarPlay tile.
- “Now Playing” information is available on the Apple CarPlay tile.
- Phone call information is available on the Apple CarPlay tile, driver display and HUD (Head-up Display). Phone calls can be controlled using the buttons on the steering wheel.
- Added an option in Controls settings to fold door mirrors when locking the vehicle. Your choice will be connected to the currently used profile.
- Improved stability of the infotainment system.
- User profile is now correctly switching to the currently used key.
- Radio channel is unchanged when starting new drive cycle.
- Increased minimum charging current to 10A from 6A in Charging settings.
- Drivetrain optimization adjustments.
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If the account is NOT a Google Workspace account, this will still work. Only workspace accounts dont work.There's a post below that says a custom Google email account won't let you sign in to the car system. I have a custom gmail address - [email protected] and I'm picking my new XC40 mild hybrid up tomorrrow. Is the email going to work for me?
Picked the car up and I couldn't login with my Gmail custom domain. I had set up an alternative Gmail account thanks to the information here. Everything working ok but I have to remember to switch accounts on my phone for remote start. I'm delighted with the car but I hope Google can do something here eventually. I have Google Workspace Business Starter at no cost so I hope there may be a way around this issue. Version 2.9 on the car.
No OTA update for 2.9 yet in northern New England. I hope it shows up within two weeks as I will take my first longer trip to Montréal in the C40.
2.7 has been fine, but I have to reboot the entertainment system every so often because the audio stops working.
2.7 has been fine, but I have to reboot the entertainment system every so often because the audio stops working.
I've found a free program here SyncGene – synchronize your Contacts, Calendar and Tasks that syncs contacts and calendar between two Google accounts. It seems to work ok.Picked the car up and I couldn't login with my Gmail custom domain. I had set up an alternative Gmail account thanks to the information here. Everything working ok but I have to remember to switch accounts on my phone for remote start. I'm delighted with the car but I hope Google can do something here eventually. I have Google Workspace Business Starter at no cost so I hope there may be a way around this issue. Version 2.9 on the car.
Yes... Google Workspace. I couldn't remember the name when I wrote that.Not entirely accurate. It cannot be a Google Workspace account, however it does not have to be an @gmail.com address. You can create a "Google" account with a third party email address and that will still work. Just to clarify for anyone that might have created a Google account with another email address.
Thanks for the correction.
Me I can’t get the updates of unknown reasons, I m still with 2.5 software at the moment. Any ideasSome nice new features! Updates in software 2.9
- You can now switch between Pilot Assist and Adaptive Cruise Control with the left steering wheel buttons. More information about Pilot Assist and Adaptive Cruise Control can be found in the Owner's manual after the installation.
- New features in Apple CarPlay:
- Apple Maps is now available in the driver display.
- “Play/Pause” and “Next/Previous” buttons are available on the Apple CarPlay tile.
- “Now Playing” information is available on the Apple CarPlay tile.
- Phone call information is available on the Apple CarPlay tile, driver display and HUD (Head-up Display). Phone calls can be controlled using the buttons on the steering wheel.
- Added an option in Controls settings to fold door mirrors when locking the vehicle. Your choice will be connected to the currently used profile.
- Improved stability of the infotainment system.
- User profile is now correctly switching to the currently used key.
- Radio channel is unchanged when starting new drive cycle.
- Increased minimum charging current to 10A from 6A in Charging settings.
- Drivetrain optimization adjustments.
You should definitely schedule a service appointment.Me I can’t get the updates of unknown reasons, I m still with 2.5 software at the moment. Any ideas
You need an appointment. I think you’re too far back for OTAs now.Me I can’t get the updates of unknown reasons, I m still with 2.5 software at the moment. Any ideas
I live in an area with 0.5G mobile coverage; and the car rests here most of the time. Do i need to go to a dealer to get the OTA be a OTW?
When the update is made available OTA usually 1-3 weeks from when it’s announced, it will automatically download to the car as long as automatic updates are enabled in the settings. It will only download while the car is on and being driven. Once downloaded, you will get a notification on your Volvo app and in the car to start the installation.I live in an area with 0.5G mobile coverage; and the car rests here most of the time. Do i need to go to a dealer to get the OTA be a OTW?
If you don’t want to wait. Schedule an appointment with service for them to push the software to your car manually.
I’m sorry, but this post was clever. Just wanted to recognize skill. 😂 well done.I live in an area with 0.5G mobile coverage; and the car rests here most of the time. Do i need to go to a dealer to get the OTA be a OTW?
Did anyone else get this? I understood today was release day!
In response to myself - oh my….
https://www.reddit.com/r/volvoc40/comments/13ps8na
Not yet, but I have been out of town for the past 4 days, will check tomorrow and see if this downloaded.Did anyone else get this? I understood today was release day!
No notifications as of today here in Central Florida. Will update you guys when it starts.
Notification mail received here in France. No update available in the car. No notification in ios app.
I never receive an email notification. Is there a page to register?
I don’t think so. I never did. It’s probably linked with your Volvo ID and authorisationI never receive an email notification. Is there a page to register?
There is no registration page for OTA. Notifications come to your registered email and directly into your Volvo mobile app, along with a notification on your C40 console that the software is ready to be downloaded. Here is a sample email from Volvo from OTA2.7.I never receive an email notification. Is there a page to register?
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