Google Search through navigation system

bigredfan · 01-08-2011, 06:36 PM

Anyone know if the Google search on the navigation is suppose to be working? Mine just times out and says it is not available. Is it suppose to be working or is this something for a future upgrade to the communication box?

csimon · 01-09-2011, 08:39 AM

Do you mean through BMW assist function? If so, I had to set it up through the SOS button and now i have accesss.

bigredfan · 01-09-2011, 09:06 PM

Not sure if we are talking about the same thing. When you are in the navigation screen, you choose "points of interest" gives you the type like restaurants, sports complexes etc, there is an option for Google search as well. I hit it, it gives like a thinking spin circle then times out, says not available I believe.

bigredfan · 01-11-2011, 10:16 AM

Does anyone that has a 2011 with the new communications box have their Google search working???

csimon · 01-11-2011, 10:09 PM

Mine is working but the previous post is correct as you first have to pay for the SOS for a year and it will connect.

You can access search from navigation menu or BMW assist menu. It's awesome especially sending your exact car position to someones email through google maps.

I have a 2011 x6 5.0.

Dunzzy · 01-12-2011, 12:28 PM

Mine is working 100%
I think you need to sign up to bmw online for it to be enabled though

http://www.bmw.com/com/en/owners/navigation/online.html

bigredfan · 01-13-2011, 12:25 PM

The people that have responded, what Country are you in? I'm not sure this technology is in the USA yet?? Anyone in the USA have it working?

Information on the availability of BMW Online.
BMW Online is currently available in Austria, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy and the United Arab Emirates. The individual offers can vary from country to country since BMW Online covers mobility services specific to each of them. Detailed information about offers and prices can be found on the BMW websites of the individual countries.

csimon · 01-13-2011, 12:30 PM

I am in the US, specifically the Northeast.

novablackm3 · 01-13-2011, 12:40 PM

this is a service you have to pay in addition to the bmw assist which is free.

bigredfan · 01-13-2011, 12:44 PM

BMW Assist™ MyInfo FAQ Overview Safety PlanConvenience PlanHands-free CallingHow it WorksFAQMyInfo FAQ Select a frequently asked question.
What are the requirements to be able to use MyInfo via Google Maps™ (http://maps.google.com)?
If you are driving a 2008 X6 produced 4/08 or later or any 2009 and later BMW Assist-equipped BMW (except X3) and have a valid BMW Assist subscription, you will be able to send and receive the destination and phone number in your vehicle through MyInfo.

How can I send business listings or street addresses to my BMW?
Just visit maps.google.com and search for any business or street address. When it appears, click "Send", choose "Car" and select "BMW", then type in your e-mail address on file with BMW Assist as the account name, a personal note if desired, maybe a phone number, and hit "Send".

How do I find the Google Maps destination in my BMW?
When you get into your BMW, simply select “MYINF”, "MyInfo" or "Messages" under the BMW Assist menu option on your radio or iDrive display to find the desired destination and associated phone number. You can now call the phone number directly with your Bluetooth® linked mobile phone or if your BMW is equipped with the BMW Navigation system you can start route guidance.

Dunzzy · 01-13-2011, 01:39 PM

I am in the UK
The Google service and BMW online service is included FOC with the warrenty period for the vehicle. For 1st 3 years.

01-08-2011, 06:36 PM	#1
bigredfan New Member 11 Rep 27 Posts Drives: 2011 X6 50i Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Nebraska iTrader: (0)	Google Search through navigation system Anyone know if the Google search on the navigation is suppose to be working? Mine just times out and says it is not available. Is it suppose to be working or is this something for a future upgrade to the communication box?
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csimon Enlisted Member 2 Rep 37 Posts Drives: 2011 X6 5.0 blk/blk OMG Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: yardley, pa iTrader: (0)	Do you mean through BMW assist function? If so, I had to set it up through the SOS button and now i have accesss.
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bigredfan New Member 11 Rep 27 Posts Drives: 2011 X6 50i Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Nebraska iTrader: (0)	Not sure if we are talking about the same thing. When you are in the navigation screen, you choose "points of interest" gives you the type like restaurants, sports complexes etc, there is an option for Google search as well. I hit it, it gives like a thinking spin circle then times out, says not available I believe.
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bigredfan New Member 11 Rep 27 Posts Drives: 2011 X6 50i Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Nebraska iTrader: (0)	Does anyone that has a 2011 with the new communications box have their Google search working???
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csimon Enlisted Member 2 Rep 37 Posts Drives: 2011 X6 5.0 blk/blk OMG Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: yardley, pa iTrader: (0)	Mine is working but the previous post is correct as you first have to pay for the SOS for a year and it will connect. You can access search from navigation menu or BMW assist menu. It's awesome especially sending your exact car position to someones email through google maps. I have a 2011 x6 5.0.
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Dunzzy Private First Class 12 Rep 153 Posts Drives: 435Xd White Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Scotland iTrader: (0)	Mine is working 100% I think you need to sign up to bmw online for it to be enabled though http://www.bmw.com/com/en/owners/navigation/online.html
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bigredfan New Member 11 Rep 27 Posts Drives: 2011 X6 50i Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Nebraska iTrader: (0)	The people that have responded, what Country are you in? I'm not sure this technology is in the USA yet?? Anyone in the USA have it working? Information on the availability of BMW Online. BMW Online is currently available in Austria, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy and the United Arab Emirates. The individual offers can vary from country to country since BMW Online covers mobility services specific to each of them. Detailed information about offers and prices can be found on the BMW websites of the individual countries.
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csimon Enlisted Member 2 Rep 37 Posts Drives: 2011 X6 5.0 blk/blk OMG Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: yardley, pa iTrader: (0)	I am in the US, specifically the Northeast.
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bigredfan New Member 11 Rep 27 Posts Drives: 2011 X6 50i Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Nebraska iTrader: (0)	BMW Assist™ MyInfo FAQ Overview Safety PlanConvenience PlanHands-free CallingHow it WorksFAQMyInfo FAQ Select a frequently asked question. What are the requirements to be able to use MyInfo via Google Maps™ (http://maps.google.com)? If you are driving a 2008 X6 produced 4/08 or later or any 2009 and later BMW Assist-equipped BMW (except X3) and have a valid BMW Assist subscription, you will be able to send and receive the destination and phone number in your vehicle through MyInfo. How can I send business listings or street addresses to my BMW? Just visit maps.google.com and search for any business or street address. When it appears, click "Send", choose "Car" and select "BMW", then type in your e-mail address on file with BMW Assist as the account name, a personal note if desired, maybe a phone number, and hit "Send". How do I find the Google Maps destination in my BMW? When you get into your BMW, simply select “MYINF”, "MyInfo" or "Messages" under the BMW Assist menu option on your radio or iDrive display to find the desired destination and associated phone number. You can now call the phone number directly with your Bluetooth® linked mobile phone or if your BMW is equipped with the BMW Navigation system you can start route guidance.
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01-13-2011, 01:39 PM	#11
Dunzzy Private First Class 12 Rep 153 Posts Drives: 435Xd White Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Scotland iTrader: (0)	I am in the UK The Google service and BMW online service is included FOC with the warrenty period for the vehicle. For 1st 3 years.
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