[Joelster]

I swear, while the Rivian app is open it sucks down my iPhone's battery like crazy. I suppose it is because it is constantly querying the car but my battery life is definitely less while the app is open. I hope it's something that changes with a future update.

Is anybody else experiencing this?

 

[LoudMusic]

I don't have an iPhone and I'm not super familiar with how they work. By "open" do you mean running in the background or when you are actively looking at the app?

 

[Joelster]

I don't have an iPhone and I'm not super familiar with how they work. By "open" do you mean running in the background or when you are actively looking at the app?

Open and in the background, which is what you need to be able to use your phone as a key.

 

[Rivinator]

I've noticed the same thing - also an iPhone user. For now, I have found it easier to use the key fob, and keep the app closed. Mostly it's closed because of the annoying proximity lock/unlock issue, which I know Rivian is working on.
Thanks for your post, I think it's a good topic. Hope you create a service ticket with Rivian on the app battery drain issue!

 

[lefkonj]

I wouldn't want to leave the Rivian app open in the background for long. Does the key work with your phone locked? If so that is not something I would want. I would force close the app when I was done with the it.

 

[ERivTruck]

Yet another reason why I plan to NOT use the Rivian app on my phone and instead use the FOB or the wrist band (whenever they become available and sold to the owners).

 

[kizamybute']

I turn off blue tooth to help it. Drives me nuts that I still can't clear the Rivian "notification" from my notifications. It's there permanently unless I delete the app.

 

[Joelster]

I guess I will be shutting down the app. I liked not having to carry a key/fob but the lock/unlock behavior with the app is a bit unpredictable. I wish the Fob was smaller...

 

[EaglesPDX]

Tesla app is the same energy sink if it's any consolation. I make a point of turning the app off at work and when I get home. Only needs to be on when I'm going to or leaving the car.