Connecting via wifi

[wimorrison]

It appears that MY15 cars may support tethering via wifi which should therefore all the use of a MiFi to get Internet connection.

Wifi tethering

This is what is described in the manual that I have for the car and I questioned originally but was told that it is only for VOC cars - that page does not indicate that VOC is needed for wifi - or am I reading it wrongly?

[acb5]

You are quite right. I have VOC and the wifi option is not there. You can create a wifi hotspot with voc but not connect through it. Perhaps this is part of the May update. Only 15 days left for them to install it!!!!

[Flux]

If this is indeed part of the May update, I'm wondering if MY14.5 cars can access via wifi as opposed to bluetooth only?

Would be nice as you might then be able to set up wifi hotspot.

[wimorrison]

I have emailed Volvo Customer Services to ask whether this is available on MY14.5 as described in the manual either as a software or hardware update - not sure that I will get an answer or that it will be positive given their recent history.

Downloading the mapupdate now to install tomorrow - unfortunately also uploading 19GB of photographs after Help the Heroes 400 ml sponsored ride to my website so connections is a tad slow tonight

[Flux]

Nice one. Would be interested in Volvo's response to your question as it would be great to have the option for a wifi connection.

I often find that when using bluetooth for internet as well as using the phone for calls (at the same time) seems to overload the system and often cuts out - and that's with a new 4G mobile phone.

The added flexibility of wifi would be a bonus . A pleasant surprise for those awaiting a MY15 as this has not been in any of the blurb, if correct (and not another confusing and contradictory bit of info from Volvo).

I too will be trying out the NAV update tomorrow. Just make sure you haven't got your horse photos on the USB when downloading the update as you might find a horse on every street corner on NAV from now on!

[acb5]

The answer will be as usual "please speak to your dealer they have all the information". Sceptical or what!

[Flux]

I bet it's news to the dealers too and wouldn't be surprised if they know less than us! At least that's been my experience........

[tem]

Originally Posted by wimorrismy desk it605

I have emailed Volvo Customer Services to ask whether this is available on MY14.5 as described in the manual either as a software or hardware update - not sure that I will get an answer or that it will be positive given their recent history.

Downloading the mapupdate now to install tomorrow - unfortunately also uploading 19GB of photographs after Help the Heroes 400 ml sponsored ride to my website so connections is a tad slow tonight

Iain,
What was the size of the download for the map update?
At the moment I cannot find the update for MY14.5, only the two other systems. Might have to try with my desk top.
It stated a 32 GB stick, surely the file is not that large?
We will all be interested to hear how you get on with the update.
Speed limits will be my main interest.

tem.

[Flux]

Originally Posted by wimorrison

I have emailed Volvo Customer Services to ask whether this is available on MY14.5 as described in the manual either as a software or hardware update - not sure that I will get an answer or that it will be positive given their recent history.

I have spoken to my dealer this morning. They are not sure if it is available (no surprise there!) but have asked me to email then outlining functionality I want!

Just want the same functionality that is available as standard in new MY15, given this is the update we have been led to believe would be happening in May.

I await their response and will let you know how I get on.

[Flux]

Still awaiting a response from my dealer as to whether MY14.5 will get the sensus upgraded functionality of the MY15.

Also checked with Volvo HQ and had their official response - they advise that they are not a technical team and will not be able to advise, one way or another, whether this will be available and that I should approach my dealer for clarification.

So, I await clarification from my dealer now....

Surely if this is a software upgrade why wouldn't it automatically be available on a car which was only built 2 months ago. I was under the impression the enhancements made to MY15 were mainly cosmetic. Does anyone else know yet what the score is on this or been advised by their dealer? I'd like option for wifi connection as bluetooth is flaky and doesn't work well if you're using the internet and making a phone call at the same time.