2015 M4 Apple CarPlay?

yasir2j · 10-27-2022, 01:20 PM

Hi Guys, is there anyway that I can get apple CarPlay for my 2015 M4? I bought the wireless antenna and it shows the wireless option but it’s grey out.
Any help appreciated.

MathewM4 · 10-28-2022, 12:07 PM

Contact kubax86. He did my software update on my 2016 M4.

flo93100 · 10-28-2022, 01:55 PM

If your car is after 07/15 you can do

yasir2j · 10-28-2022, 01:59 PM

thanks

hookson · 10-29-2022, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by flo93100

If your car is after 07/15 you can do

But if it's not is there any options?

j3ff12ey28 · 10-29-2022, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by hookson

But if it's not is there any options?

You have to replace the whole Idrive system screen and all. You can't simply flash/code to Idrive 6/Apple CarPlay.

MJBO · 11-01-2022, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by j3ff12ey28

You have to replace the whole Idrive system screen and all. You can't simply flash/code to Idrive 6/Apple CarPlay.

Not true. Plenty of MMI boxes out there that interface with the factory display and iDrive controller, and retain all the original display/iDrive functionality.

I've been running one for 8 mths in my F82, and had one for over two years in my E90 M3 before that. Works great.

BzsBimmer · 11-01-2022, 08:36 AM

Agreed. You can get an external MMI unit that has CarPlay and Android Auto. Fairly simple retrofit. Also gives the benefit of adding front and rear cameras if so inclined.

bigj505 · 11-01-2022, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by MJBO

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Originally Posted by j3ff12ey28

You have to replace the whole Idrive system screen and all. You can't simply flash/code to Idrive 6/Apple CarPlay.

Not true. Plenty of MMI boxes out there that interface with the factory display and iDrive controller, and retain all the original display/iDrive functionality.

I've been running one for 8 mths in my F82, and had one for over two years in my E90 M3 before that. Works great.

Not true is subjective.

If OP means just firmware upgrade (plus antenna) then no, his car isn't eligible unless it's produced after the date listed above.

If he means just in general then yes, you are correct.

MJBO · 11-02-2022, 05:16 AM

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Originally Posted by bigj505

Not true is subjective.

If OP means just firmware upgrade (plus antenna) then no, his car isn't eligible unless it's produced after the date listed above.

If he means just in general then yes, you are correct.

The OP asked if there was any way he could get CarPlay in his car, so no, suggesting that the only way was to replace the whole factory system and display is objectively not true.

Gunzy · 11-02-2022, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by MJBO

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Originally Posted by j3ff12ey28

You have to replace the whole Idrive system screen and all. You can't simply flash/code to Idrive 6/Apple CarPlay.

Not true. Plenty of MMI boxes out there that interface with the factory display and iDrive controller, and retain all the original display/iDrive functionality.

I've been running one for 8 mths in my F82, and had one for over two years in my E90 M3 before that. Works great.

Is there any quality of sound difference? Which kit did you go with if you don't mind? I have a 2014 build and am just concerned with a possible change in sound since I'm already lacking with the HiFi system. Thanks!

yasir2j · 11-02-2022, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by MJBO

Not true. Plenty of MMI boxes out there that interface with the factory display and iDrive controller, and retain all the original display/iDrive functionality.

I've been running one for 8 mths in my F82, and had one for over two years in my E90 M3 before that. Works great.

where did you get it ? and who did the coding if needed ?

BzsBimmer · 11-02-2022, 11:38 PM

Whole huge thread on it here
https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1675929

No coding needed
I’ve been rocking one for a while now and I also have front/rear cams along with a full sub/amp/dsp system.

MJBO · 11-03-2022, 06:24 AM

Yep no coding, audio quality for music streaming is excellent, though I do tend to use the factory Bluetooth for calls..

I honestly can’t remember which one I got, but as above there is an excellent thread about them.

Gibplayer · 11-29-2022, 11:59 AM

I went with the full iDrive replacement. Its the most expensive option but well worth it in my opinion. Here's my review on it:

https://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1941877

yasir2j · 12-01-2022, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Gibplayer

I went with the full iDrive replacement. Its the most expensive option but well worth it in my opinion. Here's my review on it:

https://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1941877

Thanks for the info. does it have any like delay or la ?

AlexAba · 12-03-2022, 02:11 PM

You will need either the module where you can hold menu button or buy the new iDrive screen !

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BzsBimmer Major General 3271 Rep 6,723 Posts Drives: '23 G80 FO M3, M3 & MY Tezzy's Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Nor. Cal iTrader: (32)	Agreed. You can get an external MMI unit that has CarPlay and Android Auto. Fairly simple retrofit. Also gives the benefit of adding front and rear cameras if so inclined.
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BzsBimmer Major General 3271 Rep 6,723 Posts Drives: '23 G80 FO M3, M3 & MY Tezzy's Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Nor. Cal iTrader: (32)	Whole huge thread on it here https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1675929 No coding needed I’ve been rocking one for a while now and I also have front/rear cams along with a full sub/amp/dsp system.
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MJBO Major 2615 Rep 1,459 Posts Drives: 2023 G81 M3 Touring Join Date: May 2012 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0) Garage List 23 BMW M3 Touring [0.00] 22 Toyota LC 300 [0.00]	Yep no coding, audio quality for music streaming is excellent, though I do tend to use the factory Bluetooth for calls.. I honestly can’t remember which one I got, but as above there is an excellent thread about them.
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Gibplayer Enlisted Member 24 Rep 31 Posts Drives: 2015 Austin Yellow F80 M3 Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: Baltimore, Md iTrader: (0)	I went with the full iDrive replacement. Its the most expensive option but well worth it in my opinion. Here's my review on it: https://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1941877
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AlexAba AlexAba 3 Rep 5 Posts Drives: F80 Join Date: Oct 2022 Location: Queens iTrader: (0)	You will need either the module where you can hold menu button or buy the new iDrive screen !
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