Review of the Dynamic Glass Roof Option in a 2025 Rivian R1S

EV Play for Rivian: A Game-Changer for Apple Carplay Enthusiasts?

Rivian Mom · 2025-04-08T16:32:35+00:00

There’s this new device I heard avout called EV Play. From what I read, it promises to bring Apple CarPlay and some oretty interesting apps right to Rivian’s screen. I couldn’t find much chatter about it yet, but I read it’s a plug-and-play setup coming out this month. No clue on the price, but the thought of having my phone’s familiar layout front and center while I’m driving sounds like a dream. I’ve got my hands full with work and family, so anything that simplifies my day is a win in my book. That said, I’m not jumping in without thinking it through—years of juggling life have taught me to pause and ponder. Could there be any hiccups with adding this to my R1S? I wonder if it might mess with something down the road. And here’s a thought: could Rivian send out one of those over-the-air updates and block it after I’ve already bought it? I’d hate to invest in something only to have it fizzle out. I’d love to hear what other owners think—especially the seasoned ones like me. Is this a smart upgrade, or should I hold off?

Rivian Mom

Active Wheeler

Feb 16, 2025

I found this review video on YouTube about the dynamic glass roof option. Thought I should share the video on the Trailrivian platform to pay it forward for others considering this option. Takeaway: it looks kind of better than I thought it would be given the commentary I've read online.

I tinted my windows including windshield and it managed the Miami heat pretty well last year. I bought a sunshade but never ended up using it. A metal roof wouldn't also be a bad option compared to these pano roofs.

I'll have to wait till summer if I could even consider this. Yesterday it was clear skies and sunny. Temp inside the truck reached 111. Outside temp 69. Dynamic roof was on. Now I will have sunshade on my windshield and check later see if that makes difference. If not roof sun shade for sure.

Here's the link to the YouTube video for those who might be interested in watching.

Review of the Dynamic Glass Roof Option in a 2025 Rivian R1S

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