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Z4 G29 Delivery Delays
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john-e89,
Gorgeous SFR Z4 M40i
Gone 2017 Iridium SL400, 2015 435d xDrive Convertible, 2012 E350 CDi Convertible, 2010 DSB Z4 sdrive30i, 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet, 2006 Phoenix Yellow Z4 2.5Si, 2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible
Gone 2017 Iridium SL400, 2015 435d xDrive Convertible, 2012 E350 CDi Convertible, 2010 DSB Z4 sdrive30i, 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet, 2006 Phoenix Yellow Z4 2.5Si, 2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible
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sars, you collecting today?
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It's ironic that i have Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on mine that will never be used as all I ever listen to is Radio 5 Live
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Apparently bmw will issue software updates to enable some of the features like CarPlay.
SARS!!!!! Have you collected your car?
SARS!!!!! Have you collected your car?
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Appreciate you may not know the answer to this Ori but I’m speculating whether the removal of Apple CarPlay relates to touchscreen removal and do the software updates implement better iDrive controller and voice support for CarPlay?
G29 M40i - Misano Blue - since February 2022
E89 sDrive 20i M Sport - Sapphire Black - Sold August 2021
E89 sDrive 20i Roadster - Crimson Red - Sold 2018
E85 2.0i Sport - Stratus Grey - Sold 2014
E89 sDrive 20i M Sport - Sapphire Black - Sold August 2021
E89 sDrive 20i Roadster - Crimson Red - Sold 2018
E85 2.0i Sport - Stratus Grey - Sold 2014
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From a technical perspective, my though on touchscreen, CarPlay, or apple digital key being missing at the moment is that they all require more chips which are obviously hard to get hold of. Therefore, I doubt BMW can do anything on software to overcome the missing chips to achieve the same functionality. However, what BMW might be able to do about the Apple CarPlay is to support it via wired connection other than wireless connection. Wired connection CarPlay can rely on the mfi certified chip in the cable other than a special apple certification chip built into the head unit when it's manufacturered.blaster1956 wrote: ↑Mon Nov 29, 2021 3:05 pmAppreciate you may not know the answer to this Ori but I’m speculating whether the removal of Apple CarPlay relates to touchscreen removal and do the software updates implement better iDrive controller and voice support for CarPlay?
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I'm OK if Apple Carplay is supported only via a wired connection as my phone will be plugged in anyway (as there is no wireless charging)!! I guess all will be revealed at some point......q96169we wrote: ↑Mon Nov 29, 2021 4:00 pmFrom a technical perspective, my though on touchscreen, CarPlay, or apple digital key being missing at the moment is that they all require more chips which are obviously hard to get hold of. Therefore, I doubt BMW can do anything on software to overcome the missing chips to achieve the same functionality. However, what BMW might be able to do about the Apple CarPlay is to support it via wired connection other than wireless connection. Wired connection CarPlay can rely on the mfi certified chip in the cable other than a special apple certification chip built into the head unit when it's manufacturered.blaster1956 wrote: ↑Mon Nov 29, 2021 3:05 pmAppreciate you may not know the answer to this Ori but I’m speculating whether the removal of Apple CarPlay relates to touchscreen removal and do the software updates implement better iDrive controller and voice support for CarPlay?
G29 M40i - Misano Blue - since February 2022
E89 sDrive 20i M Sport - Sapphire Black - Sold August 2021
E89 sDrive 20i Roadster - Crimson Red - Sold 2018
E85 2.0i Sport - Stratus Grey - Sold 2014
E89 sDrive 20i M Sport - Sapphire Black - Sold August 2021
E89 sDrive 20i Roadster - Crimson Red - Sold 2018
E85 2.0i Sport - Stratus Grey - Sold 2014
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Dealer was confused by this too and they have asked for clarification.
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Soooo did anyone get a printed manual with their G29?
ori, yes she’s home, been a long day, but worth it
ori, yes she’s home, been a long day, but worth it
Gorgeous SFR Z4 M40i
Gone 2017 Iridium SL400, 2015 435d xDrive Convertible, 2012 E350 CDi Convertible, 2010 DSB Z4 sdrive30i, 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet, 2006 Phoenix Yellow Z4 2.5Si, 2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible
Gone 2017 Iridium SL400, 2015 435d xDrive Convertible, 2012 E350 CDi Convertible, 2010 DSB Z4 sdrive30i, 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet, 2006 Phoenix Yellow Z4 2.5Si, 2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible
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No, did you?
I have a PDF manual if you want it.
Abstinence is fine, in moderation.
San Francisco red G29 30i. BMW S1000r Sport.
San Francisco red G29 30i. BMW S1000r Sport.
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Mazel tov!
No manual. It’s all digital now anyway? Download the BMW drivers guide and enter you vin. You get a full manual.
Also it’s in the car idrive if you need it.
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Hi Everyone.
Little news on my Z4 until now….
BMW have advised the production status is 152, am I correct this is for paint shop?
Rad
Little news on my Z4 until now….
BMW have advised the production status is 152, am I correct this is for paint shop?
Rad
Rad
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Yes, going into the paintshop!
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Posted this in the wrong thread so I'll try again here...
Had an update today, I'm still at capacity checked... so Ive got a fair way to go yet as its not started building yet. It was stated that its likely to now be mid April but could could come forward. I reckon mid April at the earliest then...
Had an update today, I'm still at capacity checked... so Ive got a fair way to go yet as its not started building yet. It was stated that its likely to now be mid April but could could come forward. I reckon mid April at the earliest then...
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