No More Storage Cubby In 3rd Row Seat Armrests

wildlife R1T · 2025-04-03T14:11:49+00:00

I have previously used the streaming capability back when it first came out as well as the hotspot since before Connect+ was a thing. I am trying to get the streaming working again but it seems to have been hidden fully behind the paywall. (Not looking to argue the merits of that system here) I recall after Connect+ came out being able to still use the Hotspot while tethering with my phone, and losing it isn't a big deal other than needing to update my wife's wifi, but I think I remember needing to be on the Hotspot to do casting. My question is, did Rivian remove both of these features to fully behind the connect+ paywall? I thought that if you used phone tethering or if you were connected to WIFI you could use most all of the usual streaming like features of the Rivian? If anyone can recommend how to stream while using tethering I'm sure myself and others without Connect+ would appreciate it.

Rivian Mom

Active Wheeler

Nov 8, 2024

#1

no-more-storage-cubby-in-3rd-row-armrests-v0-6n6ejgzyktod1.jpeg

For new owners of the Gen 2 R1S, if you're a fan of the cubbies under the armrest for the 3rd row seats, then it's safe to say that you may either be a bit disappointed or pleased with the changes made by Rivian as the cubbies have been replaced by cupholders.

Personally, I don't think it's a bad upgrade, but putting the USB-C plug in the cupholder storage doesn't seem like a smart move to me as liquid could be spilled at anytime to cause damage.
Guess Rivian thinks otherwise, and they feel the cupholders might come in handy someday.

Last edited: Nov 9, 2024

You must log in or register to reply here.