Mercedes-Benz has made an online update to its MBUX system that allows new navigation and entertainment functions to be introduced to users. An update is available for the second generation of software.

Mercedes-Benz is doing an online update which will allow recognition new navigation and entertainment features on more than 700,000 models worldwide, through new software updates over the air, i.e. what are known as over-the-air (OTA) updates.

The new app will be available in vehicles equipped with the German company’s second generation MBUX infotainment system and can be downloaded via the display itself or with the app Mercedes hooked me up.

The first new thing is the introduction Dolby Atmos for models Class S, EQE and EQS with Plus entertainment package and the possibility of installing a Burmester sound system, allowing residents to enjoy a better sound experience.

This is an online update that 700,000 Mercedes Benz models received

On the other hand, the star brand has confirmed that some models entering 2024 will include the YouTube web application to increase in-flight entertainment options.

Likewise, customers in Austria, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland and the UK will also receive it News Flash, a function to listen to news about general news, business, finance, sports, culture and many other topics. The system is available in five languages ​​and will soon be introduced in the United States as well.

Additionally, Mercedes has modified the software passenger side screen so that the audio of the content displayed in it can be played on the car’s sound system, not just through headphones like so far. Users can also select specific wallpapers.

News for the first generation of MBUX

As for owners of models with the first generation MBUX, they will also receive this function Google Place Detailswhich adds detailed information about more than 200 million businesses and places around the world via a navigation system.

According to Magnus Östberg, head of software design at Mercedes, the MBUX system “enables incredible in-car entertainment, immersive Dolby Atmos audio, video streaming and an enhanced navigation experience.”

With this software, “our vehicles meet the rapidly changing desires of our customers around the world through regular over-the-air feature updates,” he concluded.