Physix FrontierPhysix Frontier · News Briefing Card (IT Home · Aug 30, 2026)
BYD Han OTA 1.5.1 Adds HiCar Mirroring, Sentry Uploads
KEY FACTS
- On August 28, BYD rolled out version 1.5.1 OTA updates for the 2025 Han EV and DM-i LiDAR smart driving editions.
- Huawei HiCar now supports screen mirroring in a small window on HarmonyOS 6.0+ devices, while Samsung One UI 8.0+ models support Carlink.
- Select OPPO, vivo, and Xiaomi devices can share mobile data directly with the vehicle during phone-car connectivity sessions.
- The Sentry Mode now uploads high-risk videos to the app for seven-day history review and supports fast Wi-Fi transfer and local USB export.
KEY DATA
168,800-225,800 CNYHan DM-i Smart Driving Edition Price Range
179,800-215,800 CNYHan EV Smart Driving Edition Price Range
PHYSIX OBSERVATION
This update prioritizes deep integration with major Android ecosystems, particularly through HiCar mirroring and network sharing, significantly reducing adaptation costs after device upgrades. Simultaneously, cloud-based Sentry video storage and easy export address evidence collection pain points. This signals BYD's shift from hardware stacking to optimizing software ecosystem compatibility, aiming to strengthen its competitiveness in the mid-to-high-end NEV market by enhancing daily convenience and safety.
Source: IT Home report