02-15-2021, 05:00 PM | #45 |
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You don't need to get the bimmertech one, that is the same unit as the one on aliexpress with a huge mark up. You can get this one:
https://m.aliexpress.com/item/4001039636964.html?trace=wwwdetail2mobilesitedetai l |
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02-16-2021, 08:33 AM | #46 | |
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02-16-2021, 12:34 PM | #47 |
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Oh I see, my mistake. I am still learning all the differences with nbt, evo, cic.
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02-17-2021, 02:37 PM | #50 |
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Road Top sent me their newest firmware update out of the box it was excellent if you're an android user the only thing was Maps wouldn't swap to Nightmode based on my headlights. The newest update they sent me yesterday fixed that issue. Overall I'm very happy. It's pretty seamless to a lot of videos on youtube are earlier firmware version a lot of the issues are ironed out now. I start the car get in and its regular BMW NAV takes about 10 seconds or so and android auto automatically switches over and google maps is on the screen ready to go. |
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03-17-2021, 07:16 PM | #52 |
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I'm going the coding route (2016 F80) as others have stated there's virtually no noticeable lag and tbh I'll be in Carplay 99% of the time anyway and it is known to run smoothly.
If for some reason I do experience crashes and noticeable lag, going to just source an updated head unit, controller, touch screen etc and just do the full swap. Will report back! |
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That's great feedback and thank you for the info/tips! I ordered the CarSara one off Alibaba and it has been handed off to USPS, just waiting for it to arrive. How would I go about updating firmware when they update? Do I need access to the MMI box itself? Thanks! Super excited about having seamless Android Auto and also adding a front camera.
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I have already tested one dedicated module but it did not fit - had different plug. I sent it back. I am still interested in getting android auto in my car. Does anybody tested it with 2018 M3? I wish I could also use oem bluetooth for music while operating android auto... |
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