Researchers jailbreak a Tesla to get free in-car feature upgrades::A group of researchers found a way to hack a Tesla’s hardware with the goal of getting free in-car upgrades, such as heated rear seats.

  • Cyborganism@lemmy.ca
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    1 year ago

    Why the heck would they install the equipment in the first place if it’s only to block it??? Is that why the base model is so expensive? You’re basically buying the deluxe version but are simply stuck using basic features because of the software???

    • BeardyGrumps@lemmy.world
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      1 year ago

      Because it’s cheaper for them. Building all the cars the same simplifies production and inventory management. They don’t have to configure each car for the end users requirements; they just use software to turn these features on.

      The question that should be asked is if they can put these features into the car and still make a profit why are these added features so expensive as all the fees are 100% profit!

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        1 year ago

        Then just sell that one model and enable everything. Otherwise don’t complain when hackers crack the box and enable the features.

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            1 year ago

            No no I know. Don’t worry. LoL. This reply wasn’t directed at you. It’s just what’s on my mind. It feels good to vent.