Rivian has announced that its electric vehicles now support Apple Music; however, access to the streaming music service requires a new Connect+ subscription.
"More seamless entertainment is coming to your Rivian. Connect+ brings integrated streaming access to your @AppleMusic and Audible subscriptions, and when paired with Rivian Premium Audio, enjoy your favorite music and stories in @Dolby Atmos."
Apple Music With Connect+, Rivian drivers with an Apple Music subscription can stream a library of over 100 million songs and thousands of playlists from anywhere, always ad-free. Thanks to a significant collaboration between the teams at Apple and Rivian, this experience is deeply integrated into our software platform, and enables listeners to easily search and browse through Apple Music's catalog and playlists, enjoy access to its global live-streaming radio stations and more.
Connect+ also introduces numerous other audio and video features...
Audible Connect+ allows Audible customers to stream Audible's world-class catalogue of premium audio titles to your Rivian. Choose from their enormous selection of Audible Originals, hit audiobooks and must-listen podcasts to inspire your imagination on your next road trip.
Google Cast & YouTube Coming soon, we're introducing Google Cast and YouTube experiences, seamlessly bringing your favorite entertainment right into your R1's center display. Whether you're charging or relaxing at a campsite, you'll soon be able to stream high-definition video content, with high-quality sound, from cast-enabled apps on your iPhone or Android™ phone or tablet directly to your vehicle. With access to over 3,000 cast-enabled apps, you'll be able to stream your favorite content without missing a beat. In addition to Google Cast, YouTube offers an extensive catalog of videos, entertainment, and more.
Other Streaming Apps With Connect+, Rivian vehicles can stream previously integrated apps too including Spotify, Tidal, and TuneIn from anywhere. There's a range of audio streaming options for listening to all your favorite sports, music, podcasts, audiobooks and other content.
Connectivity Features Beyond the fully integrated streaming apps, Connect+ also brings with it several enhanced connectivity features. The vehicle hot spot provides connectivity for up to eight devices using the onboard LTE connection. Drivers are also able to view satellite images using the on-screen navigation, as well as use Alexa Connected commands.
Spatial Audio Rivian customers seeking an even more immersive sound experience can configure a vehicle with Rivian Premium Audio, which enables pioneering spatial audio with Dolby Atmos® . The experience is optimized for the vehicle, delivering astonishing audio that reveals more depth, clarity, and details in your favorite music.
Pricing and Availability Starting today, all Rivian customers will receive access to a 2 month trial of Connect+. Following the trial customers can subscribe to Connect+ for $14.99/mo or $149.99/year.