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      07-15-2012, 08:43 PM   #1
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Hows it going, is it worth adding this option on, will i miss any bmw apps features without it? Thanks.
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      07-15-2012, 09:21 PM   #2
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If you are in a low signal strength area (hint AT&T) it makes a BIG difference. I have however been having issues with both of mine (I have one in each vehicle) and I need to snap them out and put them back in on a weekly basis. Still, for the signal boost alone, worth it.

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Hey so i wont be missing any features except th signal thing, or is there something else. Thanks.
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You lose a number of features without the adapter. All the web related apps. Web Radio, News, Twitter, Facebook, Calendar as well as a few others. I've even spoken to a few people in service and sales at different dealerships that don't realize you can not access certain features without that adapter. On another level, it has a fan in it that will help keep your phone from overheating as well.
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How can that be, that is all bmw apps is. So you cant use any apps features without it, does not sound right. Thanks.
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That is the exact question I asked the dealer before forking over $249.00 for my adapter. They really should just sell them together. If you can figure out another way to use the BMW Apps, let me know. There might be a limited number of features, but to use the fun stuff, you have to have the adapter. I tried for hours, then called customer service, then multiple people in service tried. Final answer was, you have to buy the adapter. The only reason I could figure for not packaging them together is that different phones use different adapters (Blackberry, IPhone, etc..)
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From d very beginning I have been trying to get an adapter for my i phone but due to shortage of time I am unable to get it. Recently I got it from online and believe me it's too cheap. Thanks to God I didn't get dis one previously.
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Officially...
This is what the adapter gets you

1. Use the shark fin antenna for better reception
2. Charge the iPhone*
3. Video Playback
4. Plug in features**

* the above post is from here http://www.xbimmers.com/forums/showt...+snap+features but I don't know why I wrote that you need it to charge the phone. I think just plugging in with the USB will do that no? (I think I got this list from BMW)

**PlugIn – changes the iDrive screen to the same look and feel as the iPod function on an iPhone. It allows you to take advantage of all the iPod features (Genius, album art, compiling playlists, etc) that are not available via the basic USB connection. With future iPhone software updates, new features will also be available in the car. An additional benefit comes in the way of increased interface speed.

Last but not least, on hot days on my 10 minute ride home from work, twice in the last month I've had my iPhone overheat in my 1 series (with snap-in adapter). Others have reported this with the 1-series as well (the only other board I normally go to). So while there is a fan, I suspect maybe it is not enabled on the 1-series? Never had the issue with the X6 however the center console area is a lot bigger so maybe there is better breathing room?
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This should work with future iPhone right?
Also,
why two different part numbers for the same device?
84212298308 - shopbmwusa.com
84212218390 - most other places

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      07-16-2012, 01:14 PM   #10
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How much space would I have to put stuff in there with the adapter, would I be able to plug in my radar?
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This should work with future iPhone right?
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why two different part numbers for the same device?
84212298308 - shopbmwusa.com
84212218390 - most other places
Crap - looks like they changed the part number. That might be good based on all the issues I've been having with mine of late.

re:future iPhone...if they change the size/case, you have to get a new snap in adapter. Which is really bad because it took BMW almost a year to come out with one for the iPhone 4.

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How much space would I have to put stuff in there with the adapter, would I be able to plug in my radar?
Lots and yes you can still plug things in. It takes up the right side of the center console - entire width and about 2" down (so the top 2" of the left side).
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Crap - looks like they changed the part number. That might be good based on all the issues I've been having with mine of late.
Well, it may or may not be good
I wonder if this new part is thoroughly tested
Also, I can buy 84212199390 for $159 from Tischer and not sure where to get new one other than from the dealer
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      07-16-2012, 02:28 PM   #13
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Officially...
This is what the adapter gets you

1. Use the shark fin antenna for better reception
2. Charge the iPhone*
3. Video Playback
4. Plug in features**

* the above post is from here http://www.xbimmers.com/forums/showt...+snap+features but I don't know why I wrote that you need it to charge the phone. I think just plugging in with the USB will do that no? (I think I got this list from BMW)

**PlugIn – changes the iDrive screen to the same look and feel as the iPod function on an iPhone. It allows you to take advantage of all the iPod features (Genius, album art, compiling playlists, etc) that are not available via the basic USB connection. With future iPhone software updates, new features will also be available in the car. An additional benefit comes in the way of increased interface speed.

Last but not least, on hot days on my 10 minute ride home from work, twice in the last month I've had my iPhone overheat in my 1 series (with snap-in adapter). Others have reported this with the 1-series as well (the only other board I normally go to). So while there is a fan, I suspect maybe it is not enabled on the 1-series? Never had the issue with the X6 however the center console area is a lot bigger so maybe there is better breathing room?
Shoot, so the Apps give me the option to use the functions, but I need the adaptor for a good amount of the functionality? I do not have an iphone, but I was planning on using my Ipod while tethering from my Galaxy Nexus to access internet features. Not sure i would have used it much but its a cool toy... that seems to need the adaptor...
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Shoot, so the Apps give me the option to use the functions, but I need the adaptor for a good amount of the functionality? I do not have an iphone, but I was planning on using my Ipod while tethering from my Galaxy Nexus to access internet features. Not sure i would have used it much but its a cool toy... that seems to need the adaptor...
You can still use apps like Pandora, BMW remote, BMW connected, etc without adapter
Adapter gives you extra features and in some cases different interface
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      07-16-2012, 04:38 PM   #15
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Well, it may or may not be good
I wonder if this new part is thoroughly tested
Also, I can buy 84212199390 for $159 from Tischer and not sure where to get new one other than from the dealer
Hmmm, that is a great price. I would go back to Tischer and ask why the part number is different on-line. I bet any competent BMW parts person would be able to tell you if if was a different part or they just renumbered it (I think they show the reason in their system). I'll reach out to my dealer as well. Note that on the ...90 product, there were multiple revisions. I have a -02 and a -04. I personally can't tell the difference but am having trouble with both. Today as a matter of fact, on the way to work in my 1M, my phone disappeared from iDrive (making my music stop as well). Had to take out my phone, snap out the adapter, snap it back in, put my phone back in and all was good.

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You can still use apps like Pandora, BMW remote, BMW connected, etc without adapter
Adapter gives you extra features and in some cases different interface
Correct - you can even do Pandora and/or Spotify and/or Mog without BMW Apps. You just have to do all the searching/setup/song selection on the phone/device rather than the iDrive.

But let's be serious Mac, they are never going to get you your X6 (It is probably a running joke down in SC....hehehehe "he thinks we made his car almost two months ago!")

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But let's be serious Mac, they are never going to get you your X6 (It is probably a running joke down in SC....hehehehe "he thinks we made his car almost two months ago!")

j/k
Mac still hasn't gotten his car? It's only been two weeks since my order and I got a call from the dealer today saying it had shipped out of South Carolina and I can pick it up at the dealer at the end of the week. There must really be something wrong with his order. I hope you are still reading Mac, because I'm just messing with you . I'm still hoping for end of the month.
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What's the deal with your X6? I got mine in like 5 weeks. Told you to get that vermilion red interior. You would've had delivery already!! Lol
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Hmmm, that is a great price. I would go back to Tischer and ask why the part number is different on-line. I bet any competent BMW parts person would be able to tell you if if was a different part or they just renumbered it (I think they show the reason in their system). I'll reach out to my dealer as well. Note that on the ...90 product, there were multiple revisions. I have a -02 and a -04. I personally can't tell the difference but am having trouble with both. Today as a matter of fact, on the way to work in my 1M, my phone disappeared from iDrive (making my music stop as well). Had to take out my phone, snap out the adapter, snap it back in, put my phone back in and all was good.
I wonder if it's specific to your phone?
Is it possible that you may be behind on software version on your phone or something in that regard

I wish you were local so we could test some of your adapters
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But let's be serious Mac, they are never going to get you your X6 (It is probably a running joke down in SC....hehehehe "he thinks we made his car almost two months ago!")
j/k
Maybe this is karma for being impatient? I need the car by End of September, when my Wife will be 9 months and the deep seat of the vert is too uncomfortable. Flipside is that it may have been difficult to find a slot, given the long ordering cycle...

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Mac still hasn't gotten his car? It's only been two weeks since my order and I got a call from the dealer today saying it had shipped out of South Carolina and I can pick it up at the dealer at the end of the week. There must really be something wrong with his order. I hope you are still reading Mac, because I'm just messing with you . I'm still hoping for end of the month.
You got me... my heart had an extra thump and I was going to call my CA. I'll call him today anyway (Smile)

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What's the deal with your X6? I got mine in like 5 weeks. Told you to get that vermilion red interior. You would've had delivery already!! Lol
Dude... Midnight and Saddle? I have not seen that combo anywhere.. not to mention the base rims for the 50 (which I think are the second best looking rims offered)! It will be unique even though I don't plan on any mods.
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I wonder if it's specific to your phone?
Is it possible that you may be behind on software version on your phone or something in that regard

I wish you were local so we could test some of your adapters
Maybe - but since resetting the adapter seems to solve the issue, I'm not sure. And yes, I agree, having someone local would be perfect.
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The only Midnight Blue Saddle combo that I have heard on this forum... as well as the first X50i with Double Spoke 424s that I have seen ordered.

Just got a new camera for my b-day, so I'll be looking forward to taking 200 snapshots..
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Hey Mac when is your build week? Mine is first week of August, any idea why the delays, hope mine wont be delayed.
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