BMW Apple CarPlay Retrofit - BMW 5 Series (F10) NBT DIY Installation

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BMW never offered Apple CarPlay on the F10 NBT system, but luckily there are aftermarket kits that allow us to add wireless CarPlay to our 5 series BMWs like my BMW 550i, 535i, 528i etc. The kits come in different configuration and will work on CIC, NBT and EVO navigation systems. So, no matter what BMW you have as long as you have a screen, you can easily upgrade to Apple CarPlay or Android Auto on your car. In this video I go over the process of installing the kit on BMW F10, but this will work the same on the all of the below compatible BMW models:
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@Jokwoo 3 жыл бұрын

Well done! Last week I did the same with my Z4 e89 and it’s completely transformed my audio/navigation/mobile phone experience...couldn’t be happier.

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I’m planning on doing something for the Z4 as well, but it’s a bit more complicated since it has no screen.

@SaitamaHatesMosquitos 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the tutorial brother! I just installed mine’s today on my 528i and it is looking fantastic and modern. Note, Wireless carplay has a little delay with music, but it’s still not bad. Wired on the other hand works very well. Make sure to change the reverse settings from Aftermarket to Original if you are using your factory camera.

@sidhjassi 2 жыл бұрын

Where did u buy the device do u have any website link

@mbmkev3270 Жыл бұрын

Do you have links bro ?

@TronApostle 7 ай бұрын

I have a 2011 535i f10 and it doesnt have any USB ports.. am I screwed? i would love to do this if possible

@alimohammedification 6 ай бұрын

Wanna ask is sound quality getting changed?

@Dennis-rv9kc 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you! I have a 2013 BMW 535i NBT with a 10.2 screen and factory rear view camera. I installed a Carlinkit version.

@gemalehenderson4806 Жыл бұрын

Where did you get it from?? I have a 2014 I’m looking for a radio upgrade now

@user-mf8jj5yb5r 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect, that’s exactly what I’m looking for. Thank you for your awesome work! I do a have a quick question for you, does it sync with apple map with HUD while using apple CarPlay ?

@xmanfacex 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. From the UK.

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

*1 Year Later Review* | Q&A: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lbihnN1037vDnKM.html To clarify, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are BOTH included with this kit. I just don't have an Android device to test. If you have an older BMW, you will need one of these: BMW NBT CarPlay: ebay.us/K1sgVU (~2014-2016) BMW CiC CarPlay: ebay.us/vZUjv9 (~2008-2013) BMW CCC CarPlay : ebay.us/DfKoAf (~2003-2008)

@omarzoubi4159 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate. Do you have a video for x5 2009 e70?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t, but it would be similar. You’d just have to get the correct box for your car. It’s CiC navigation on your car if I’m not mistaking.

@alirizvi3512 3 жыл бұрын

Can you please share the link where I can buy it from? Thanks

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Check the links in the description. Or are you asking for a CiC link?

@alirizvi3512 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy I’m asking if you can share the link where you bought yours from.

@stevegardner9910 Жыл бұрын

Got mine today and installed it in less than an hour thanks to this video. 2016 F10 so it is the NBT version.

@muzafarsadat7321 Жыл бұрын

@@Shockg365everything below 2014 is basicly cic, if you have the smaller idrive button its 99% cic

@DR-zc7rz 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been trying to figure out a way to play music through my phone without using my current after market Bluetooth in the glovebox. Wanted something that looks oem. Went to a shop and they suggested this but they want to charge $1500 for the kit and to install it. After watching you do it in this video that seems like a rip off lol. This definitely want to do this Apple play kit in my 535i though. Great vid.

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

That’s insane! I get charging 2 hours of shop time if they have never done it (took me an hour or so), but what’s the other $1000 for lol!? I suggest getting the module yourself and pay an audio shop $150 to install it if you don’t want to do it yourself.

@DR-zc7rz 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy so glad you said that. I was thinking to myself I can just purchase it and go to audio place. Haha. I found the cic I need on eBay following your link. Thanx again for the video and reply!

@jonnybalt 3 жыл бұрын

Great video thank you!

@atasoya Жыл бұрын

Hello, thank you for this great video! A had some questions about it. Do you experience some latency with for example the navigation when you connect with BT? And is it possible to use the original USB connector from the car to use Carplay wired?

@nickgianfrancisco6580 Жыл бұрын

Just installed and it is awesome! Thanks for the video. Do you know how the airplay option works? I only get sound and no video. Any help is appreciated

@bimmerfan6538 3 жыл бұрын

That's an awesome upgrade and I don't understand why BMW was so against it! SOOO much better

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Much easier to use and works great!

@mindfool758 Жыл бұрын

awesome video!! when car starts, does music auto-play from car play, or can this be setup?

@br_2323 3 жыл бұрын

I installed this and it works great. Thanks for the video. Quick question, do people on the other end of a phone call complain of an echo? Do you know of a fix?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I haven't had any complains on the echo. I have had one person ask if they were on speaker, but others said the audio was fine. Thanks for watching.

@seninhobin 3 жыл бұрын

Perfekt video thank you

@sreekanthreddyn 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a great video, I am planning to install one soon. I have few questions. Would appreciate if you could help me with answers. 1. Without connecting AUX is everything working as expected? I have seen other videos where they are saying without aux audio may not work. 2. Does Waze show speed limit? Usually we can see speed limit (30/50/70) when connected from phone.

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

On mine, everything works without connecting the AUX. I will have to try Waze and I never use it to see if the speed shows or and report back. Thanks for watching!

@edwardglynn9554 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic tutorial - thank you. I purchased the CIC version for my 2012 535, and I see in the instructions to set the dip switch code 7 to OFF which disables the OEM microphone and enables the aftermarket microphone. Do you know if this is an optional setting? The reason I ask is because I would assume I should trust the OEM microphone quality (and positioning) over aftermarket, but if it needs to be switched over, then I will definitely do just that!

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry for the late response. On mine it was optional and I selected OEM mics. Maybe the instructions assume you do not have a microphone installed or using the aftermarket one. Test to make sure it works with OEM and use that.

@janthony2003 11 ай бұрын

@edwardglynn9554 Where did you find CIC version? I can't seem to find a listing on ebay or amazon for a CIC version for F10.

@edwardglynn9554 8 ай бұрын

@@janthony2003 I scoured the internet for it and finally found it. Probably direct ship from China.

@Ediconic1 2 жыл бұрын

hi how much was this in the us and can you give us the details of which one you bought , thanks

@vm8102 3 жыл бұрын

Very well!

@br_2323 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. How does the rear view camera switching work when connected to CarPlay?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

It just turns on as normal with original iDrive.

@darranmcareavey 7 ай бұрын

I have this system for a few years. Works great when plugged into the phone but connecting through BT is hit and miss. Do you know where to get updates for this system ?

@omarcardenas23 2 жыл бұрын

I need help. I have 2013 BMW 328XI SULEV. But the screen is not nice at all and no back up camera. Will this work and what kind of camera I can buy to update?

@spencerblackwell4374 3 жыл бұрын

Will it still work if i use bimmercode? I only use bimmercode for non head unit things but just want to make sure it wouldn’t ruin anything?

@tenleycrew 7 ай бұрын

when you tuck in the new unit, is there any rattle , sound ,or movement?

@incartechie 9 ай бұрын

This is a great upgrade for BMWs - we also fit these upgraded screens over here in the UK!

@SimpleCarGuy 9 ай бұрын

It made a huge difference for me!

@luminousj 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! This is a game changer! Do you know if it’s compatible with my z4 2013?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Sure, as long as you have an iDrive and select the correct version. Let me know if you need help with that.

@brettegann Жыл бұрын

If I have this and install a backup camera will the camera still go on the screen?

@florinstoica5357 24 күн бұрын

5:42 you should use a towel under the unit to avoid scratches Thanks for the video

@guillermo7615 2 жыл бұрын

Can you use the original usb that comes with the car?

@54weasels 8 ай бұрын

So with bmw530gt there is no room behind the head unit for the large connector and the wires are too short to put it anywhere else. Any suggestions?

@EminMulic 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tutorial, though I have one question as I’m not quite accustomed with BMWs yet. If you play music through CarPlay, is it possible to use the native navigation? Or wouldn’t the music work as you’d have to exit CarPlay in order to access the navigation system?

@martenvanderee5099 5 ай бұрын

Apple carplay has built in apple maps which I find tend to work better than most factory navigation. If that doesn’t cut it you could also install google maps or a few other navigation programs

@aristosandreou267 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video! So what about the radio? Does the radio from the original bmw system function normally when you are using this?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

You have to switch back to the original system by holding Back for 3 seconds to use the radio. Thanks for watching!

@aristosandreou267 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy Thanks! So you cannot use google maps for example and at the same time listen to the radio. Correct?

@Blace5 5 ай бұрын

Great tutorial! say the check engine light on... around 9mins what happened this time?? lol

@ojulale 2 жыл бұрын

Does this work with the 2010 520D?

@medabdalah9567 10 ай бұрын

Hey man the product is out of stock do you have another link please 🙏

@user-fd8ln9dr4q Жыл бұрын

I’m getting no video after install, when i hold down the back button, it just goes all black. When i click back to original, it goes back to factory fine. My phone shows it’s connected to CarPlay but nothing showing on screen.

@jakubszejgiec6017 Жыл бұрын

Do you feel a decrease in the quality of the music being played or does everything sound like with a standard bluttooh connection? >

@S1ght 2 жыл бұрын

Only right side audio works.. any fix?

@cypreessDK 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, can you elaborate more on the fact that AUX cable does not have to be plugged in? I am wondering how the audio is connected then to the original BMW system? Somewhere else I found the information that in order to play any music you first have to select AUX media in the BMW system and then switch to CarPlay. So the question here is - does this device sends music in the digital way to BMW audio, or it converts it to the analog first somehow? What about audio quality after the modification? Is it on the same level as streaming audio via Bluetooth to the original BMW system?

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

The audio is passed through that big cable that goes between the head unit and the wiring loom connector. I THINK it's the CANBUS, which is what also carries the signal. Yes. you have to select AUX in the BMW system to listen to audio coming from CarPlay, but the AUX cable does not have to be plugged in. For the second questions, I don't know for sure. I think it sends it digitally, but the quality isn't as good as streaming as it could be. It's decent, but once you go above a certain volume level, you start hearing a little bit of a hiss.

@mindfool758 Жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy so this airplay system effect quality of audio?

@chillouterPL Жыл бұрын

Good work. It looks kinda laggy when you’re scrolling. I was thinking about installing this NBT thing but it’s not worth the money plus I guess f10’s infotainment specs aren’t capable of providing smooth experience with CarPlay

@SimpleCarGuy Жыл бұрын

It was laggy simply because I was using the phone to film the video while it was connected to the car. Should have used my other camera, but the menu etc. is generally smooth and there is no lag.

@chillouterPL Жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy oh OK I see

@briannguyen9001 Жыл бұрын

can youtube be played with MMI installed ?

@patrickasher4664 Жыл бұрын

What Model Is this do you have a link

@muzafarsadat7321 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, i installed the same. But i have and issue. Everytime i get s text message (whatsapp) the bluetooth connection switches to carplay. So the music stops everytime. If i try to use whatsapp nothing happens and the connection switches. Do you anything about that?

@musthakahamad Жыл бұрын

After installing it we’re you facing any issues in bimmer code coding ? Also what abt the sound effect the oem system have excellent sound effect do we also get sane effect in this CarPlay too or u felt diff?

@SimpleCarGuy Жыл бұрын

I didn't use bimmer code on this car, so I can't answer that. Audio comes through the OE system, so if you run the AUX cable to the AUX port, it will sounds the same. If not, it will have some hiss at higher volumes.

@masen2979 3 ай бұрын

this work for non bt cars too ? too get bt

@arpitsaxena4540 Жыл бұрын

What tools are needed to disconnect the negative terminal of the battery?

@SimpleCarGuy Жыл бұрын

I believe it was just a 10mm socket.

@genegorak8271 3 жыл бұрын

I see you also have the heads-up display on your BMW. When you use the new navigation apps like Google Maps and Waze, does any of the navigation information show up in your heads-up display (that is displayed on your windshield)? For example, in the normal BMW navigation, an upcoming turn shows up in the heads-up display. Or when you use the Google Maps or Waze navigation apps, you don't get any navigation information in the heads-up display anymore?

@beigefox6579 3 жыл бұрын

No, it doesn't. lol, that's impossible for you to plug random stuff into head unit and expect it to show on the HUD.

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, it does not. If would be very very cool if it did or if it was customizable in that way, but I don't think many cars have the HUD, so it wasn't programmed in.

@elgringiototote 2 жыл бұрын

Just in case anyone has the same issue I did, you need to select the correct multimedia source for the sound through CarPlay to work.

@jasonh37 2 жыл бұрын

I'm having that problem. Everything works with Carplay, shows a song is playing, but no sound

@bryantarthur4506 9 ай бұрын

@@jasonh37did u fixed the problem?

@jasonh37 9 ай бұрын

When it happens, I just forget the device on bluetooth and re-connect. @@bryantarthur4506

@sentoneYYC Жыл бұрын

I bought a unit for my f30 - needless to say I do not recommend it to ANYONE with an f30, there is absolutely no space where you can take in the unit. The cable from the radio to the unit is too short which leaves the driver well or cutting a space on the passenger dash.

@sreekanthreddyn 3 жыл бұрын

@simplecarguy could you please let me know how to add more apps to car play?currently I am seeing only few apps in my phone on CarPlay. Appreciate if you could do a video on that

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

You can’t as far as I can tell unless they are already compatible with CarPlay. If they are compatible, you can just install them on your phone and they will show up.

@sreekanthreddyn 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy thanks for your reply. Is KZfaq available on CarPlay? I can’t add that, also is there any other way to watch videos on KZfaq from CarPlay?

@mikimiki195 2 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome thanks for great video is it still holding up ok ?

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Speaking of how it’s holding up.. just made a video about it: Answering All Your Questions - BMW Aftermarket Apple CarPlay 1 Year Review | Q&A: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lbihnN1037vDnKM.html

@ilmseed8200 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, 7 months on, any issues with the device??

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

None at all, use it daily.

@ilmseed8200 2 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy wicked. I'm installing my one today. Super excited

@uptopbb5723 2 жыл бұрын

Is it anyway to add the ambient light setting to control the color & brightness along with the radio upgrade ( I have the NBT system I believe

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Not through CarPlay, but you can always just go back to the original BMW system.

@uptopbb5723 2 жыл бұрын

I know that, I was asking if the radio upgrade adds the ambient light brightness function to a car that doesn’t have it oem I have the oem ambient lights tho just not the setting to increase brightness

@uptopbb5723 2 жыл бұрын

Or is there any way to do it at all ?, again I have oem ambient lights already

@raymondchen6720 3 жыл бұрын

Are you sure? About that aux port? If you put it in the aux port it acts as wireless audio

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure what's the questions. Which part of the video are you referring to?

@GodKing804 2 жыл бұрын

I never had connection issues on my android

@bobbilly9053 2 жыл бұрын

can u go back to the oem display if needed?

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you can. You just hold the ‘back’ button for 3 seconds.

@flyseeconnect258 2 жыл бұрын

Does it work with your heads up display? Thank you for the video

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

It does not work with the heads up display. HUD continues to display BMW data. Thanks for watching!

@brekaisadddy 2 жыл бұрын

I installed and it works great but I don’t have any sound when in CarPlay mode. What am I missing? Sound works with radio and everything else.

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Did you switch your audio input on the BMW system to Aux?

@brekaisadddy 2 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy That was it!! Thank you so much. The video was perfect!

@Alexiancau 3 жыл бұрын

I’m not sure if I missed it but did you disconnect your battery before disassembling and installing?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I did not, but if you feel safer, you can disconnect the battery.

@Alexiancau 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy thank you! Did you also need to connect an external microphone to your original for Siri to work?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I didn’t use the external microphone, the steps I show connect your built in microphones to the device! Works great

@harveysingh7541 Жыл бұрын

What about your car menu for service etc??

@SimpleCarGuy Жыл бұрын

You can just hold MENU and you go back to the BMW system. It's just an add on, it doesn't remove anything.

@bachirbakkour5082 3 жыл бұрын

Does info like the radio or whatever is playing show up on the heads ip display ?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

No, it does not.

@bachirbakkour5082 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy thank you. Also can you use the scroll wheel to display info

@jacqeithwiley5418 7 ай бұрын

I bought the same one for my 2013 750i it’s completely garbage I had high hopes because I know the feeling for the stock set up

@advacatusnow Жыл бұрын

I just bought a 535 GT and would love to do this. Can you please provide a link for the unit?

@SimpleCarGuy Жыл бұрын

What year is your car? Check the links in the descriptions.

@advacatusnow Жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy 2011

@brandoncampos6286 3 жыл бұрын

Anyone can I do this to my 2010 528i? What kit do I need?

@SaitamaHatesMosquitos 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like you will need the CIC kit

@joskanny12 Жыл бұрын

Did you have to code the car for it to work?

@SimpleCarGuy Жыл бұрын

No coding required

@tonypritchard1321 2 жыл бұрын

Does it for same bmw f10 5.20d 2012 model ?

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you will just need the CiC version of the add on box (I should have a link in the description)

@joskanny12 Жыл бұрын

How do you get factory rear camera to work?

@SimpleCarGuy Жыл бұрын

It's just one of the PID switches. It allows you to switch between OEM camera or aftermarket.

@cokakada1189 7 ай бұрын

Is the music quality the same afterwards?

@SimpleCarGuy 7 ай бұрын

With this device, it was pretty good. If I remember correctly, it would have a tiny bit of hiss at very high volumes.

@syhsuvy6989 3 жыл бұрын

Will it for 2013 535 xdrive ?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, but check which version you need. I believe there was a switch over between 2013 and 2014. When you go to the listing, they show what your screen should look like.

@chillouterPL 8 ай бұрын

Do you need to install external microphone to make the calls thru loudspeaker?

@SimpleCarGuy 8 ай бұрын

No, it was not needed with this unit.

@chillouterPL 8 ай бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy thanks

@franciscofrias3327 2 жыл бұрын

Does it work for a 2008 535i ?

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

You’d need a different unit and the install will be a little different. It’s a different generation car.

@user-tm8tr9fp2v Жыл бұрын

I have a BMW 550i of 2015 ,can you send me a link for a Apple car play that can I buy

@SimpleCarGuy Жыл бұрын

That would be the same one I used in this video. Please check links in the description.

@m.r.3128 3 жыл бұрын

As good as say, an Alpine head unit?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Not familiar with those, got a link or model #? I didn’t want to replace the screen or head unit as I still like having the option to use the BMW system whenever I want (by holding Back button for 3 seconds).

@m.r.3128 3 жыл бұрын

On further research for the BMW’s specifically with Android and CarPlay stick to the Android unit (aftermarket) - my question was directed at the technology level of Alpine not the ease of retro fitting the head unit. Currently OS or I’d find out in one phone call; I’ll do an RFI soon - not much else to do in all seriousness 😴✌🏽🇦🇺www.alpine.com.au/product-category/perfect-fit-solutions/bmw/3-series/ ILX-W650E

@m.r.3128 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy ILX-W650E

@katherineherrera2579 8 ай бұрын

I want to get this for my 2011 535i but the eBay link isn’t working

@SimpleCarGuy 8 ай бұрын

Your car should have the CiC unit (Google on how to find the difference), so it will be slightly different. I've updated the link in the description. CiC: 5-Series F10 - 03/2010 - 09/2012 NBT: 5-Series F10/F11/F18 - 09/2012 - 2016

@braydenpickworth2417 Жыл бұрын

are you still able to check the oil?

@SimpleCarGuy Жыл бұрын

Of course, this doesn't replace anything. You still have full access to the BMW system. All you have to do is hold the MENU button for 3 seconds to switch between the two. I have made a video where I answer a lot of the questions people have had in the comments here, check it out!

@chuka2005 Жыл бұрын

Would this work on my 2013 535i? Seems so good to be true.

@SimpleCarGuy Жыл бұрын

Yes, it would. I have installed a similar unit on my 2011 335

@chuka2005 Жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy you are the man; please do you know anyone/anywhere in Los Angeles that can help me install this? If not, how/what do I search on google?

@nils9976 4 ай бұрын

Hey can you please send a link or whats the exakt name for the Unit? I Search one for my bmw f10 Thank you

@SimpleCarGuy 4 ай бұрын

I have updated the links in the description and pinned comment, hope that helps!

@Djay_699 2 ай бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuythank you so much, great video and informative. Going to buy my second car and it’s a BMW 5 series 2013 with 100,000KM

@danmatiesanu6823 2 жыл бұрын

Apple CarPlay connects via wifi, that's what the wifi antenna is for. I'm not sure why do you say that you still have to connect your phone to USB? Did you try it without USB connection?

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

I must have mis spoken, it works wirelessly as you can see at the end of the video. It works through USB and WiFi.

@danmatiesanu6823 2 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy oh thanks a lot then!

@jpchung8225 3 жыл бұрын

I’d like to do it. But I couldn’t start it

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

What couldn't you start?

@johnfelipe5408 Жыл бұрын

Do you experience an echo during calls?

@SimpleCarGuy Жыл бұрын

Sold the car since, but I believe I changed some settings that got rid of the echo. There was an option for 2 mics, I think, change that to single mic

@0nlynazario827 6 ай бұрын

Would this work with a 2009 5 series?

@SimpleCarGuy 6 ай бұрын

Yes, it would. See description

@MrPants1970 3 жыл бұрын

Did you end up with any rattles or squeaks after that?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Not at all.

@MrPants1970 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy looks good! Thank you for sharing

@beigefox6579 3 жыл бұрын

BMW 5 series are solidly built. I've removed all the parts in my F10 like a million times, and not a single damn rattle or squeak.

@DefinitelyNotDavid1 2 жыл бұрын

hey do you know if this would work on a 2011 5 series?

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it would, but I think you’d need the CiC version instead of NBT.

@DefinitelyNotDavid1 2 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy thank you so much for responding back and for the tutorial

@Orly777 3 жыл бұрын

Does this work well on a 2011 5 series ?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, but you’ll need the CiC version instead. Check the listing to make sure you buy the right one. The process is the same though

@MarciaSantos-ox1fk 3 жыл бұрын

Where did you buy the head unit?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Check the link in the description. What year and model is your car? Make sure you get the right version.

@MarciaSantos-ox1fk 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy my car is a 2011 523i right hand (UK) drive. The BMW dealer recommended that I replace the head unit since the infomainment is going bad. Any help you can give would be greatly appreciated !

@ceddy1031 2 жыл бұрын

This is 1280*480P resolution ?

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it's the native resolution for the screen.

@a.h.6621 2 жыл бұрын

Does it play video?

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Apple CarPlay does not allow video playback, but you can AirPlay your phone to the screen and play whatever you want.

@gonietubenyc5741 Жыл бұрын

What’s the year ?

@SimpleCarGuy Жыл бұрын

This was on a 2014 BMW 550i

@mrlal8 2 жыл бұрын

Do we not need to plug in the aux? I saw a bimmer tech video where the guy pulled down even the mic plugged that in and then also ram the aux plug. With your setup how does it work when we receive phone calls. Thanks again

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Mine worked perfectly without it. That big plug (CANBUS) provided all the information the unit would need and allows pass through of sound etc.

@mrlal8 2 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy It may be because you have NBT.. I have CIC and am wondering if any CIC users needed to plug in the aux

@jonathanb.9014 4 ай бұрын

@@mrlal8Do you get some information about the CIC need AUX?

@costeljankowski1529 7 ай бұрын

wow it lags so much

@slxppzlxppz8666 Жыл бұрын

do you think this would work on bmw 520i 2014 ?

@SimpleCarGuy Жыл бұрын

Yes, it will

@slxppzlxppz8666 Жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy but i have the smaller kind of screen with no navigation i think its called CIC

@kikkop2292 4 ай бұрын

why is this so laggy in your video, it doesnt really work smooth

@SimpleCarGuy 4 ай бұрын

I was filming with the phone that was connected to the CarPlay. It’s smooth in reality

@usmandar1 2 жыл бұрын

How much is the unit ?

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Please check links in description for current pricing, I paid around $260 if I remember correctly.

@androidcarnavi6144 Жыл бұрын

Hello, boss. I am a Chinese manufacturing company. I watched your videos and found out that you are an expert at reinventing android players. I have a team working on Porsche. Audi, Land Rover, Jaguar, android screen development and sales, so can we have more in-depth communication and cooperation, of course, can we also consider the comparative advantages? Look forward to cooperating with you

@bryantarthur4506 9 ай бұрын

Everything works except for the audio, need help

@aibel99 11 ай бұрын

Unforgiveable lag

@floydndaisy 2 жыл бұрын

I would never let this guy work on my car. Laying that metal unit on the wood and the then moving it around messing with the plugs. That wood should have been covered.

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

I only work on my own cars, so no worries there!

@floydndaisy 2 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy Just busting your chops. That’s a nice install. I’m considering one now. Gotta have CarPlay!