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      06-08-2021, 06:34 PM   #23
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Strange. On my 2016 M4 it doesn't crash at all. I'll try to take a video later tonight if switching to OEM nav - it works fine. I am told that the only time it crashes if I try to plan a really long route with OEM nav - haven't tried that.
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      06-10-2021, 06:51 PM   #24
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Here's a video that shows using OEM maps when using Carplay. The cool thing is you can use them side by side which you can't do with a MMI (which I believe overtakes the full screen).

https://1drv.ms/v/s!Aqt9N6EPV4G0grlH7cqu1bWUmDt0Iw

You can also see in the video how I've mapped the shortcut buttons to specific Carplay screens and also OEM screens (Maps), how you can use OEM maps side by side with Carplay audio view and how you can seamlessly switch between them. You can even have OEM maps guidance voice over the Carplay audio (you don't hear carplay audio in the video as I am using the same iphone to record video and iOS cuts audio from the phone when recording video).

I do this (switching between OEM screens and carplay) quite often though I don't use OEM maps anywhere. I haven't had a single crash since I got the flash done and its been several months.

Overall, I am extremely happy with the result. The only thing is I had to get the HeadUnit reflashed ($75) after I had to get my car updated but I don't expect to update the car atleast for another 2-3 years.
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      06-13-2021, 07:39 PM   #25
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Here's a video that shows using OEM maps when using Carplay. The cool thing is you can use them side by side which you can't do with a MMI (which I believe overtakes the full screen).

https://1drv.ms/v/s!Aqt9N6EPV4G0grlH7cqu1bWUmDt0Iw

You can also see in the video how I've mapped the shortcut buttons to specific Carplay screens and also OEM screens (Maps), how you can use OEM maps side by side with Carplay audio view and how you can seamlessly switch between them. You can even have OEM maps guidance voice over the Carplay audio (you don't hear carplay audio in the video as I am using the same iphone to record video and iOS cuts audio from the phone when recording video).

I do this (switching between OEM screens and carplay) quite often though I don't use OEM maps anywhere. I haven't had a single crash since I got the flash done and its been several months.

Overall, I am extremely happy with the result. The only thing is I had to get the HeadUnit reflashed ($75) after I had to get my car updated but I don't expect to update the car atleast for another 2-3 years.
Thanks for the vid and the writeup!
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      06-24-2021, 10:10 AM   #26
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Does this process change the button arrangement on the iDrive controller?

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From what I found in pictures of a 2018 F23, this is the new controller: https://www.ebay.com/itm/224433611263

Is it recommended to replace this?

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      06-29-2021, 03:36 PM   #27
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I need this, but EBC told me it isn't compatible with 2015 F80 M3s
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      07-01-2021, 10:07 AM   #28
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Does this process change the button arrangement on the iDrive controller?

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From what I found in pictures of a 2018 F23, this is the new controller: https://www.ebay.com/itm/224433611263

Is it recommended to replace this?
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Does this process change the button arrangement on the iDrive controller?

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From what I found in pictures of a 2018 F23, this is the new controller: https://www.ebay.com/itm/224433611263

Is it recommended to replace this?
It works fine with the existing idrive controller. I replaced mine with a ceramic controller but it works fine with both that and the original idrive controller (atleast in a 2016 m4). What's cool is that when in CarPlay nav will take you to maps, media to Spotify, menu to main CarPlay screen etc.
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      07-05-2021, 10:32 AM   #29
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So I did this flash on Friday and I am very pleased with it! iDrive 6 works FAR better than the Carlinkit MMI that I tried. No crashing so far!

I love that I can use the favorites buttons to switch between Maps and Spotify. It also natively works with the TEL and NAV buttons.

Can't quite figure out how to make the MEDIA button go to Spotify though.
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      07-05-2021, 10:12 PM   #30
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I need this, but EBC told me it isn't compatible with 2015 F80 M3s
Mine is a late 2015 LCI with NBT EVO - Rob @ EBC checked my VIN and told me was all good and it was 😀
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      07-06-2021, 11:12 AM   #31
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So I did this flash on Friday and I am very pleased with it! iDrive 6 works FAR better than the Carlinkit MMI that I tried. No crashing so far!

I love that I can use the favorites buttons to switch between Maps and Spotify. It also natively works with the TEL and NAV buttons.

Can't quite figure out how to make the MEDIA button go to Spotify though.
Enjoy! Thanks for your review!
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      07-06-2021, 11:13 AM   #32
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I need this, but EBC told me it isn't compatible with 2015 F80 M3s
Unfortunately it isn't compatible for USA 15 F80.
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      07-12-2021, 03:52 PM   #33
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I had the ID4 -> ID6 flash completed today on my USA 2016 F80 by EBC.

The entire process was very easy and strait forward. All provided instructions were simple to follow. EBC was great to work with and exceedingly responsive.

I had complained for years that the only thing I disliked about my 2016 M3 was the awful ID4 software. Having ID6 is fantastic!

I highly recommend EBC for anyone thinking about this mod.

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      09-05-2021, 08:23 PM   #34
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Dam i wish i saw this before i did a complete overhaul of the NBT2 evo to a 2018+ one.
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      09-07-2021, 09:00 AM   #35
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This was the first mod i did on my 2016 M4 and it works smoothly. I highly recommend... i don't drive my car without apple carplay on.
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      09-07-2021, 03:36 PM   #36
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Is there a build date cut off for 2015 cars?
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      02-15-2022, 02:08 PM   #37
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Just got my Idrive updated/fixed. Used Easy Bimmer Coding service and now i have a new idrive with apple carplay full screen. I recommend doing business with EBC. Rob did an excellent job. Patience, friendly, professionalism, availability short notice. Just wow, no regrets, really happy about the service i received. Thank you Rob
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Can anyone confirm if this will work for a 2016 M4 from Canada?
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      04-06-2022, 05:29 AM   #39
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Can anyone confirm if this will work for a 2016 M4 from Canada?
Yes, will work 100%.
We offer this flash for all EVO iDrive 4.
Our product
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      04-10-2022, 03:17 PM   #40
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Yes, will work 100%.
We offer this flash for all EVO iDrive 4.
Our product
Ahh sorry I just realized it's more of a benefit for iPhone users. I use Android exclusively and would prefer Android auto over Android screen mirroring.

Is there any chance you guys are working on an iDrive 4 to 6 upgrade that will include Android auto? I'd buy that in a heart beat!
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Ahh sorry I just realized it's more of a benefit for iPhone users. I use Android exclusively and would prefer Android auto over Android screen mirroring.

Is there any chance you guys are working on an iDrive 4 to 6 upgrade that will include Android auto? I'd buy that in a heart beat!
Only Screen Mirroring
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      04-10-2022, 06:42 PM   #42
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Only Screen Mirroring
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I ended up going with the flash I really like the OEM integration into iDrive. For example, I can map Waze to one of the 8 buttons on the stereo and have Waze come up one-touch. Same for Spotify, Apple Music, Google Maps etc. I also get split screen views that can combine the OEM interface elements (Sport Display for example) with Carplay elements. Finally, I like the new ID6 interface too. It was also way cheaper than the BimmerTech MMI prime.

I had a bad experience with MMI units on another a non-BMW car and had to spend a lot of time with firmware updates etc. to get it to work. I am really happy with the flash. At one point I considered adding a front camera - if I had done that I'd have probably gone the MMI route.
Were you able to map the 1-8 buttons to specific apps? I've only been able to map it to 'Now Playing', 'Maps', 'etc in Apple CarPlay'. But not specifically to Spotify, Apple Music, etc...

Also, how did you enable split screen CarPlay and native OEM? That sounds like a cool feature.
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