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      08-25-2019, 11:09 AM   #1
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Comparison Chart Listing 7 Fxx Wireless/Wired/iD 4 Android
Auto/Apple Carplay Retrofit Kits




Option 1: Joyeauto CarPlay Mirroring Interface
Use Promo Code: BMW20 for $20 off and free DHL or FedEx overnight shipping.
https://www.joyeauto.com/category/wi...apple-carplay/


Price: $419 USD (price quoted for one unit) depending on CCC/CIC/NBT/EVO iDrive

Pros:
  • Supports Android Auto as well as Apple CarPlay
  • Supports steering wheel controls
  • Supports AirPlay and screen mirroring
  • Integrates with the built-in microphone in iDrive 4. External mic is needed in CarPlay mode for 'Hey Siri'
  • Unique AD, Bimmer-Tech & Joyeauto front camera/sensors do in fact work
  • Supports full-screen mode
  • UI accessed through BMW icon on CarPlay homescreen
Cons:
  • No touch screen support (except for NBT EVO iD6)





Option 2: Andream/Carlinkit/Indiwork/Road Top/Kremersino/Et. Al. Clones
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3300...480e9daeaQbX5P

For more discussion, go here: https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1675929

Price: $268 USD (price quoted for one unit) depending on CCC/CIC/NBT iDrive


Pros:
  • Supports Android Auto as well as Apple CarPlay
  • Supports steering wheel controls
  • Front camera/sensors do work
  • Supports full-screen mode
  • Cheapest option of all
  • No external mic is needed in CarPlay mode
Cons:
  • No touch screen support
  • Sourced only through aliexpress. No website to give confidence on the company
  • Does not have a vented box like Joyeauto (potentially heat may cause issues)
  • Does not have an external wifi antenna



Option 3: Unique Audio Developments CarPlay Mirroring Interface
https://unique-ad.co.uk/product/carp...ies-2013-2016/

Price: £465.99 GBP (about $572 USD)(price quoted for one unit) depending on CCC/CIC/NBT iDrive
Rebranded Joyeauto wireless kit

Pros:
  • Supports Android Auto as well as Apple CarPlay
  • Supports steering wheel controls
  • Supports AirPlay and screen mirroring
  • Integrates with the built-in microphone in iDrive 4. External mic is needed in CarPlay mode for 'Hey Siri'
  • Unique AD, BimmerTech & Joyeauto front camera/sensors do in fact work
  • Supports full-screen mode
Cons:
  • Mixed reviews about customer support by email. Chat is best during business hours only and seems good
  • No touch screen support


Option 4: Bimmer-Tech NBT EVO ID5/ID6 Navigation Retrofit
https://www.bimmer-tech.net/shop/bmw...ation-retrofit


Price: Starts From $1700 USD

Pros:
  • Supports steering wheel controls
  • Front camera/sensors do work
  • Supports full-screen mode
  • Works just like OEM stock
  • Factory mic is used
  • Touch screen support is included, but optional for a lower cost
  • Uses factory Wi-Fi antenna
Cons:
  • Most expensive option



Option 5: Android 9-10 10.25" Multimedia Navigation System for BMW 3 Series 4 Series M3 F30 F31 F32 F33 F34 F36 F80 F82 F83 F84
https://avinusa.com/10-25-multimedia...2-f83-f84.html


Price: Starting at $398.99 USD (price quoted for one unit) depending on iDrive CIC/NBT

Pros:
  • Supports Android Auto as well as Apple CarPlay
  • Good customer support, as AVIN is based in US
  • Hi-res screen 1280 x 480P, 1920 x 720P screen + $39.99
  • Front camera/sensors do work
  • Supports hi-res full-screen mode
  • Very active dissussions on F30 forums https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1699764
  • Uses Wi-Fi antenna
Cons:
  • More expensive than the Andream clones



Option 6: Unichip CarPlay Smartbox
https://www.unichip-tec.com/apple_carplay_smartbox.html

Price: $439 USD (price quoted for one unit)

Pros:
  • Supports full-screen mode
  • Supports steering wheel controls
  • Front camera/sensors confirmed working
Cons:
  • Poor customer support
  • Requires a standalone microphone
  • Doesn't support wireless CarPlay (but a wireless option is 'coming soon')
  • No touch screen support
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      08-26-2019, 08:08 AM   #2
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Interested in this but would need someone to complete this install. Are you aware of anyone in the Orlando area ?
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Interested in this but would need someone to complete this install. Are you aware of anyone in the Orlando area ?
There's tons of YouTube videos. It's really plug n play. All you need is a torx screwdriver to install.
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Appreciate your awesome great write up Im actually really Interested, thought I'm looking for options with android auto rather than apple car play, from the look of it, not sure if all the above options support AA.

Edit: The Joyeauto does in fact work with AA as per Joyeauto chat.

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would love to be involved, sent a pm to the user mentioned. nothing yet.
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      08-28-2019, 09:51 AM   #6
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Appreciate your awesome great write up Im actually really Interested, thought I'm looking for options with android auto rather than apple car play, from the look of it, not sure if all the above options support AA.

Edit: The Joyeauto does in fact work with AA as per Joyeauto chat.
Yes, not everyone is in the Apple camp. I'll update the page and thanks for confirming!
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I'm torn between Unique or bimmer-tech, still yet to decide. Any thoughts ?
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Im struggling to find a carplay that is compatible with an M5 with CIC still I feel like im the only one!
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Hey there

Im struggling to find a carplay that is compatible with an M5 with CIC still I feel like im the only one!
Have a look at the videos below this guy seems to got it working

https://youtu.be/uOUI32tG5hU

https://youtu.be/kxsBfi4z0-g
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Hey there

Im struggling to find a carplay that is compatible with an M5 with CIC still I feel like im the only one!
Have a look at the videos below this guy seems to got it working

https://youtu.be/uOUI32tG5hU

https://youtu.be/kxsBfi4z0-g
Bimmertech just came out with MMI Prime which has the wireless Apple carplay


https://www.bimmer-tech.net/shop/bmw...ts/carplay-mmi
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Bimmertech just came out with MMI Prime which has the wireless Apple carplay


https://www.bimmer-tech.net/shop/bmw...ts/carplay-mmi
any experience with this for android?
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any experience with this for android?
Looks like it only support wired Android auto rather than wireless
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Will the Kremersino unit allow me to mirror my iPhone? I plan on displaying a performance app on my screen, since I don't have the power dials.
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Anybody try the Joyeauto kit?
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I have it, as do many others on various platforms. Works great too. However, a newer and less expensive kit is now on the market since I originally did this comparison chart. Look into Andream, which utilizes the oem mic and is plug n play. More info here: https://www.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...php?p=25544310
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Thanks for the update!! will check it out
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Im struggling to find a carplay that is compatible with an M5 with CIC still I feel like im the only one!
Have a look at the videos below this guy seems to got it working



He is NBT not CIC so it's compatible
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FYI, i installed the andream unit. Pretty awesome. Only thing i am struggling with is the USB connector: the andream unit comes with a much larger plug than the bimmertech one.. so it looks horrible coming out of the console. Trying to figure out a better placement/alternative option...

Otherwise, its great. Not too hard to install.
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FYI, i installed the andream unit. Pretty awesome. Only thing i am struggling with is the USB connector: the andream unit comes with a much larger plug than the bimmertech one.. so it looks horrible coming out of the console. Trying to figure out a better placement/alternative option...

Otherwise, its great. Not too hard to install.
Any chance your used Android Auto, because form F30 post i read that resolution is a tiny bit 'stretched' due to slightly wrong DPI value. Also did you update your firmware ? if so how was the process ?
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Sorry, using carplay (so no idea how AA looks). Carplay looks great.
I believe i am on the newest firmware. I bought the unit from another dude on the F30 post who updated it before sending it.
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Those guys have done great work of covering and modding those MMI boxes have look over there if you guys need more info, I installed Andream head-unit (B Version) on my M5 and it has been running great so far. if anyone is wondering about head-unit placement, I opted for an area above the glove box.
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