If you’ve been following the Fisker journey, you know that software updates are more than just code—they are milestones of progress. The jump to OS 2.6.1 has officially landed, and while the “big” features of 2.6 gave us CarPlay, this 2.6.1 refinement is all about the “quality of life” fixes that make the daily drive feel truly premium.
Through the Ocean Loop (powered by our friends at OV Loop), this update tackles the things we touch every single day: the key fob and the climate controls. Here’s why 2.6.1 is the unsung hero of the software rollout.
The Fob Finally Feels “Flagship”
Let’s be honest: the Fisker key fob has been a source of both mystery and occasional frustration. The 2.6.1 update (bundled with the PKC 22 controller update) finally gives the hardware the brain it deserves.
- Reliability & Battery: We’re seeing significantly improved battery life and connection reliability. No more wondering if the car heard you from across the driveway.
- Snap-to-Action: Button responsiveness has been sharpened. The delay between the “click” and the “clunk” of the locks is disappearing.
- The Double-Press Magic: This is the big one. A quick double-press now gives you direct access to the trunk or triggers the legendary California Mode.
Mastering the Climate: The Touch Bar Revolution
We’ve all been there—fumbling with the screen to turn off the AC or sync the temps while trying to keep our eyes on the road. The 2.6.1 update turns the physical Touch Bar into a precision tool.
- The Fan Icon: A short press (< 1.5 seconds) now acts as a quick toggle to kill or kill the climate power. If you want the full menu, just hold it for a long press (> 1.5 seconds) and the climate panel pops right up.
- The Temp Icon: Managing passenger “temperature wars” is now a breeze. A short press toggles
- Sync Mode on or off instantly. A long press allows you to swap between Auto and Manual HVAC modes without digging through sub-menus.
Under the Hood: The Bug Squashing
It wouldn’t be a 2.x update without some much-needed stability. The engineering team spent a lot of time validating the PKC 22 fixes, and the results are noticeable.
Two of the most annoying “ghosts in the machine” have been addressed: VSP Chime Persistence (no more lingering sounds when they should be off) and HVAC Settings Persistence. The car now actually remembers how you liked your air blowing the last time you were in the seat.
Final Thoughts
While CarPlay was the flashy headliner of version 2.6, OS 2.6.1 is the polish that makes the Ocean feel more refined, and that a truly modern car is on the horizon. It’s about responsiveness, reliability, and reclaiming the physical buttons we love. My fob is snappier, my cabin is exactly how I left it, and the “California Mode” from outside the car is back!
The Loop is working, the fixes are landing, and the drive just keeps getting better. Now, looking forward to OS 2.7, which originally was scheduled for March, could be in June ’26. Stay tuned!