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What’s your most wanted Tesla feature request for the next software update?

This photo from Flight 12 goes soooo hard!!!!!

Those who believe Tesla FSD sucks on HW3 have either: 1) Not tried FSD on HW3, 2) Not tried FSD on AI4, or 3) All of the above. Those in category 1 have only used FSD on AI4, and they assume HW3 is stuck in the Stone Age even though they haven’t used it with the latest compatible version of FSD. Those in category 2 have only used FSD on HW3, and they assume AI4 must perform much more better. Those in category 3 have zero experience to speak of, and literally just go off of the YouTube videos they’ve seen.

Looks like Tesla is conducting their own thin-line testing for FSD/Robotaxi in Austin. Here’s the security cam footage from my work parking lot last Saturday. Backstory: I drove by my work last Saturday and noticed that someone had blocked our entrance using caution tape. “Omg, we got pranked!” was my first thought. But then when checking the footage it was obvious what they were actually doing. “Chuck Cook’s thin chain test!”, I thought. Two days later as I was leaving work I noticed caution tape directly across the street and a red Model Y doing the same thing. My nerdism forced me to pull over and yell at him. “Heey! Are you doing thin-line testing for FSD?“ He had a very shocked, deer in the headlights look, mouth half-open, “Uhhh, ummm.” Before he said an actual word I continued, “So our driveway was blocked by caution tape the other day, but I saw the footage and thought I recognized what was going on. Been watching FSD videos since Dirty Tesla’s first ones years ago.” He replied, “Wait, he left the caution tape up, blocking your driveway? My apologies, that shouldn’t have happened”. I continued to try to pry, mentioning that I’ve been an investor for a while and had been to the factory a couple times. I was very very obviously excited. He was smiling the whole time and it was obvious that he couldn’t say much. “I really do wish I could spill the beans.”, and “What’s your name again? Hey, I’m CJ, real nice to meet you and I do wish I could say more.” The very next day I saw another black Model Y doing the same caution tape test a block away from these two locations.

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Occasionally, I get DMs asking how I like my iPhone Air. After several months, my opinion remains similar to what I posted a few days after switching from my Pro 16. The verdict? It's a keeper! What I love: - The screen size. It's perfect between the regular Pro and Max. Pocketable and comfortable for one-handed use while maximizing screen space. - It's light! It has a larger screen but the same weight as my previous phone. - It's super sleek. I love the slim frame and reasonably sized camera bump, especially compared to a Pro. - Because of that slim bump, the phone does not get nearly as hot as Pro models when using the Tesla console charger. Others complain about: - The speaker. Seriously? Who uses phone speakers? I'm not a boomer or child, no offense. Two drawbacks that should not surprise anyone: - Battery life is just OK, so I purchased the sleek Apple MagSafe battery for when I travel or use it heavily. When equipped, the phone has similar battery life and weight to a Pro 17 model. When I don’t need it, which is most of the time, I enjoy a gloriously thin and light phone. - The single-lens camera. While I would prefer more lenses, I can live without them as a tradeoff. All I do is take pictures of my Tesla and dogs, so "zooming" is just getting closer. I’ve started carrying a GoPro when producing content. It nicely fills the gap left by the iPhone's lack of a wide-angle lens. Plus, I get stabilized video and the ability to show my phone as I demonstrate Robotaxy, etc. In summary, I have no desire to go back to my iPhone 16 or swap for a 17 Pro. However, due to your personal preferences or needs, it may not be for everyone!