Body-Embedded Chips: Real-World Use and Practical Considerations
Brandon Dalali, 39, has begun unlocking a Tesla Model 3 with a microchip implanted in his right wrist. He already carries two chips in his hand, the second larger than the first. These chips serve as a key to his home, a way to access a medical file, and now a doorway to his car. Dalali says the implantation did not involve anesthesia, and the process mirrors a dog chip insertion: a microchip in rod form is loaded into a syringe, then inserted into the body.
Dalali is part of roughly a hundred beta testers evaluating Vivokey’s specialty chips. The tester pool is described by InsideEVs, citing Teslarati as the source. The setup comes with a price tag: the chip itself costs about 300 dollars for the owner, with an additional roughly 100 dollars charged for the implant procedure by the piercer.
Dalali now unlocks his Tesla using a microchip embedded in his body
Chips used in this way are coated with biocompatible materials and gradually become integrated with surrounding tissues after implantation. As Dalali describes, the chips gain new capabilities over time through software updates delivered via the manufacturer’s app store. The Tesla key card is one example of a feature that was added to the chip, and it happened to be the first application Dalali loaded into his implant independently.
So far, body-implanted chips have mostly been a novelty or a curiosity. Yet there are tangible benefits for users who own compatible devices. For a Tesla owner who forgets a traditional card or faces a malfunctioning Bluetooth key, simply using the hand can be enough to regain access and continue with the day.
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These developments sit at the intersection of consumer electronics, automotive technology, and wearable biointerfaces. They raise questions about convenience, reliability, privacy, and safety. The practical value is clear: seamless access and reduced need to carry physical keys. The concerns are equally real: what happens if the chip fails, if a device is hacked, or if the owner changes cars and ecosystems? Experts point out that security relies on robust cryptography, controlled firmware updates, and clear opt-out options for users who might reconsider the tech later. The ongoing dialogue involves manufacturers, regulators, and early adopters who weigh the tradeoffs of convenience against potential risks.