Mercedes-Benz brings movie magic into the car with Sony Pictures

Mercedes-Benz brings movie magic into the car with RIDEVU advanced entertainment app by Sony Pictures Entertainment

STUTTGART/ATLANTA — Mercedes-Benz expands its in-vehicle entertainment portfolio with the introduction of the new RIDEVU app from Sony Pictures Entertainment. Utilizing the technologies of Mercedes-Benz’s MBUX infotainment system, the RIDEVU app delivers a high quality in-car entertainment experience[1] with streaming content on up to six different screens – including in-car displays and on mobile devices – at the same time from one account[2]. Customers with applicable vehicles[3] equipped with the MBUX Entertainment Package Plus and an active Mercedes-Benz connect subscription are now able to create a RIDEVU account via the in-car app[4]. Once activated, customers can access a variety of content across a wide range of genres, updated regularly, as well as rent or buy from an even larger catalog of movies, including recent releases.

“We are excited to collaborate with Sony Pictures Entertainment to offer our customers this first-of-its-kind user experience. Because RIDEVU is developed specifically for in-car entertainment, it takes movie watching in a Mercedes-Benz to a new level of convenience and simplicity. Not only that, our benchmark, large format HD displays are ideally suited for viewing the impressive RIDEVU catalog.” – Magnus Östberg, Chief Software Officer, Mercedes-Benz AG

Best-in-class entertainment experience with blockbuster movies in high quality video and audio

The RIDEVU video entertainment service provides Mercedes-Benz customers with access to blockbuster movies and exciting extras. The streaming package includes a wide selection of movies, with new titles added on an ongoing basis. This also includes short-form content packed with fascinating behind-the-scenes insights, additional footage, interviews and more.

With a RIDEVU account, Mercedes-Benz customers also have the option to rent (VOD) or purchase movies from the extensive catalog of feature films. With video available in HD, customers are able to watch movies in crystal clarity on all integrated screens.

Building the foundation of video streaming – with even more functionality coming soon

The RIDEVU app is available on all multimedia screens in the vehicle, with each able to stream content individually. The simple and intuitive interface makes it easy for users to browse and watch movies. Functionality will expand in the future to include a screen manager, which will enable content sharing and synchronization across different screens.

In addition, customers can use their mobile devices to access content in and out of the vehicle. The seamless entertainment experience also includes the ability to cast to a TV or download to continue watching offline. All of this is facilitated by the RIDEVU companion mobile app, which is available for iOS and Android devices.

Just a few short clicks bring the silver screen into the vehicle

Customers of models equipped with second generation MBUX infotainment systems and the MBUX Entertainment Package Plus can already find the RIDEVU app in their menu. To use the service, customers must also activate the “Video Streaming” service in the Mercedes-Benz app. Upon clicking the RIDEVU icon on the main screen, customers will be prompted to follow a few easy steps to set up a free account. Only one account is required per vehicle. Customers will then have access to the movies included in the app.

1. For reasons of safety, the driver can gain full access to the app via the central display only when the car is parked.
2. Each device requires an Internet connection, the latest app version and the same RIDEVU account
3. MY24+ S-Class, MY24+ Maybach S-Class, MY24+ EQE Sedan & SUV, MY24+ EQS Sedan & SUV, MY24+ Maybach EQS SUV, MY24+ E-Class, MY24+ CLE 300 & CLE 450, MY25+ AMG SL and MY25+ AMG GT (C192)
4. To use the Digital Extras, customers must create a Mercedes me ID and agree to the Terms of Use for Digital Extras and the Mercedes me ID Service Terms in their applicable versions. The Digital Extras presented and their availability depend on the vehicle model, year of manufacture, selected optional equipment and country.