Tesla FSD Beta v10: UI Improvements and re-trained NN

By Nuno Cristovao

Prepare for another FSD Beta this Friday, August 10th. Tesla has been on a roll recently, steadily releasing improved versions of their FSD Betas to testers. The current beta version of the FSD is 9.2.

FSD Beta v10

Tesla initially planned on releasing version 9.3 before version 10, but has since decided to skip 9.3 and instead focus on v10. Version 10 is now expected this Friday at midnight PT.

Re-trained Neural Net

Version 10 of FSD is said to bring some major changes to the beta. It will include a completely re-trained neural net. Elon Musk has said that it will be “next-level." Ever since the introduction of version 9, we've been seeing some big improvements, so for Elon to say version 10 is next level, this certainly sets a high bar. Hopefully we'll see drastic improvements in v10, similar to what we saw with the introduction of vision in v9.

V10 UI Improvements

Beyond Autopilot improvements in v10, Elon has also said that this new version will include UI improvements as well.

In version 9, Tesla introduced a completely new FSD UI. Beyond a completely new visualization, cars now also display brake lights if they're on. Based on what Elon has said before, some improvements we may see in v10 may be the renderings of different kinds of animals on the screen, or maybe the ability for Teslas to recognize and display turn signals or emergency lights in the visualization.

Public Release

Version 10 is said to be the last major version before the public release of the FSD Beta. The FSD Beta is expected to still remain a beta when it's released to the public, but one that will be much safer and polished for everyday Joe. Elon says that Tesla is on track to release the button that will give owners the ability to download the FSD Beta in version 10.1. Releasing the button in 10.1 will give Tesla a chance to clean up any issues or bugs that are introduced in version 10.0.

We believe Tesla is getting close to releasing the FSD Beta to a wider audience. During Tesla's all hands meeting last week, Elon discussed the FSD Beta, the upcoming $25,000 Tesla and Superchargers. While talking about the FSD Beta he communicated to everyone on the call that Tesla will release the button to allow others to download the FSD Beta two weeks after Tesla releases version 10 this Friday. We're not sure whether he's very confident or he wants to put a little added pressure on the team to get to the finish line, but either way, Tesla is getting close.

Update: The v10 beta has been released. Check out our first impressions and everything new in the release.

FSD Beta Releases

Beta Released Version
Beta 9.0 July 10th, 2021 2021.4.18.12
Beta 9.1 July 31st, 2021 2021.4.18.13
Beta 9.2 August 15th, 2021 2021.12.25.15
Beta 10 September 11th, 2021? TBD
Beta 10.1 TBD TBD

Tesla Expected to Release 'Actually Smart Summon' and 'Tap to Park' Updates Next Month

By Not a Tesla App Staff
Smart summon in April update
Smart summon in April update

Elon Musk announced that Tesla will finally reintroduce Smart Summon and Autopark to its vehicles. According to the CEO, these features are scheduled for release in April. Tesla removed ultrasonic sensors (USS) from their vehicles in 2022, and with it removed several features, including Autopark, Smart Summon and Park Assist. However, since then, they’ve added High Fidelity Park Assist, a feature that recreates the surrounding environment in 3D. Although, it’s currently only available to vehicles without USS, that’s expected to change in the near future, and could also come bundled in with the new Autopark feature.

This update in April is not only expected bring these features back to vehicles without ultrasonic sensors, but Tesla is also expected to release drastically improved versions of these features, known as Actually Smart Summon and Tap to Park.

Major improvements coming for Summon & Banish (Autopark) next month - Elon Musk

Improved Autopark

Greentheonly, who regularly decompiles Tesla firmware, has indicated that Tesla's latest software, version 2024.8, already contains the code necessary for these new features, but they need to be remotely activated by Tesla. Additionally, Green says the new Autopark system will offer users the choice between parallel and perpendicular parking options. The new Autopark is expected to let drivers visually select a parking spot, exit the vehicle, and let it park itself.

New ‘Tap to Park’ Feature

With the introduction of High Fidelity Park Assist, Tesla laid the groundwork for more sophisticated features like "Tap to Park."

Tap to Park builds on the original concept of Park Seek, a feature discussed by Tesla in October 2022 that aimed to automate the parking spot search process. While the initial vision for Park Seek suggested a vehicle could autonomously search for parking, "Tap to Park" simplifies this idea.

With the deployment of FSD Beta v12.3 going to more users this weekend, the company continues to leverage AI to reduce code in favor of neural networks trained with real-world driving data.

Just last week, Musk posted on X: "Really cool stuff coming both this month and next." Since that post, FSD beta version 12.3 has started going to more users, and now it seems two other long overdue and highly anticipated updates are coming with Actually Smart Summon and Tap to Park. Still no word on auto wiper improvements.

Tesla Expands FSD Beta v12.3; Autopilot Director Confirms Ability to Reverse is Coming Soon

By Kevin Armstrong
FSD Beta v12 is living up to hype
FSD Beta v12 is living up to hype

Tesla's latest Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta v12 is reaching users after an extended rollout over the weekend. This update is not just another iteration; it represents a leap in self-driving technology, primarily due to its integration of end-to-end neural networks for vehicle control. So far, it seems to be living up to the hype.

A Neural Network Driven Approach

At the core of FSD v12 is a shift from traditional programming to neural network-based decision-making. This allows the vehicle to process raw camera footage and vehicle kinematics directly into driving actions, mimicking human cognitive processes more closely than ever before. Ashok Elluswamy, Director of Autopilot Software at Tesla, highlighted the monumental effort to surpass the capabilities of the previous v11, setting a new standard for FSD's future.

Ability to Reverse Is Coming

The release has garnered widespread acclaim, with tech leaders like Michael Dell praising its capabilities and likening the car to human-like driving proficiency. Many in the Tesla community have been posting their weekend drivers, including Chuck Cook, who was amazed during one point of his drive, referring to a move as “Robo-taxi navigation.” Cook believed he was in too tight of a spot to pull a U-turn, but his Tesla pulled it off. Elluswamy commented: “Reverse coming soon when the Actually Smart Summon and the FSD models merge together over the next few releases.”

There were numerous examples of v12.3 navigating complex driving scenarios easily, showcasing significant improvements over earlier versions.

“Reverse coming soon when the Actually Smart Summon and the FSD models merge together over the next few releases.” - Ashok Elluswamy

Next-Level Capabilities on the Horizon

Elon Musk has teased that v12.4 will introduce even more advanced features, emphasizing the continuous improvement in training compute constraints. In fact, he was so thrilled with the next update that he said it could be called version 13. He posted that “V12.4 is another big jump in capabilities. Our constraint in training compute is much improved.”

Update 2023.44.30.25

FSD 12.3
Installed on 4% of vehicles
16 Installs today
Last updated: Mar 19, 6:20 am

Tesla’s FSD trajectory seems to be hitting a new level, as it appears to be headed toward approval of use on roadways in Europe. While it is taking longer than initially believed, the dream of autonomous driving seems to be getting closer to reality.

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