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      06-05-2019, 04:33 AM   #881
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I ended up purchasing the service through an eBay seller for $35; received a BIN file to load on the USB drive and a few minutes later I had full screen CarPlay. The only thing I noticed is that the icons aren't perfectly square now (slightly taller than they are wide) while iOS icons are normally 1:1 ratio. Seems that whatever change was made doesn't quite map the screen resolution pixel to pixel. Anyone else notice this too?
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I ended up purchasing the service through an eBay seller for $35; received a BIN file to load on the USB drive and a few minutes later I had full screen CarPlay. The only thing I noticed is that the icons aren't perfectly square now (slightly taller than they are wide) while iOS icons are normally 1:1 ratio. Seems that whatever change was made doesn't quite map the screen resolution pixel to pixel. Anyone else notice this too?
That would drive me absolutely nuts!
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I ended up purchasing the service through an eBay seller for $35; received a BIN file to load on the USB drive and a few minutes later I had full screen CarPlay. The only thing I noticed is that the icons aren't perfectly square now (slightly taller than they are wide) while iOS icons are normally 1:1 ratio. Seems that whatever change was made doesn't quite map the screen resolution pixel to pixel. Anyone else notice this too?
Weird. Something definitely not quite right at all.

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Still looking for a remote (or close to Raleigh, NC) solution to get my IDrive updated to a version that will support full screen. I am currently running 'K'.

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Complain to dealer that your phone keeps dropping out of Bluetooth sync with the car. They should do a update to the NBT version. If they don't go back two weeks later and complain again. They'll likely do it then just to shut up up. At least that's what happened for me
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Can someone else with this mod confirm whether you have true square icons? My OCD is killing me. My theory is that the screen resolution width is just shy of supporting the 5x2 icon layout which is why BMW never made it an option. With iOS 13, support is added for non-standard resolutions but with my beta 1 device it still behaves the same; most likely requires a programming update to interact with the new API.
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Can someone else with this mod confirm whether you have true square icons? My OCD is killing me. My theory is that the screen resolution width is just shy of supporting the 5x2 icon layout which is why BMW never made it an option. With iOS 13, support is added for non-standard resolutions but with my beta 1 device it still behaves the same; most likely requires a programming update to interact with the new API.
Can you post a picture?
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Can someone else with this mod confirm whether you have true square icons? My OCD is killing me. My theory is that the screen resolution width is just shy of supporting the 5x2 icon layout which is why BMW never made it an option. With iOS 13, support is added for non-standard resolutions but with my beta 1 device it still behaves the same; most likely requires a programming update to interact with the new API.
True squares I believe... hope it helps

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      06-10-2019, 12:34 PM   #888
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Image attached. Measuring using a photo editing programs shows a difference of ~4% between width and height (taller than wider).
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      06-10-2019, 12:49 PM   #889
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Image attached. Measuring using a photo editing programs shows a difference of ~4% between width and height (taller than wider).
You are also using a beta version of iOS 13 (new CarPlay). Almost certain that is the issue. I would be patient and wait for the final release of the OS before you allow your OCD to get out of control.
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Looks like you are also using a beta version of iOS 13 (new CarPlay). Almost certain that is the issue.
It also happened with iOS 12. I figured I would load my personal device with iOS 13 since the release notes mentioned supporting irregular screen sizes, but it sounds like that will require changes by BMW on the headunit.
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It also happened with iOS 12. I figured I would load my personal device with iOS 13 since the release notes mentioned supporting irregular screen sizes, but it sounds like that will require changes by BMW on the headunit.
I missed that. I sure hope BMW does not have to make any changes. That simply may not happen!
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Does apple car play still require a monthly subscription? I would love to do this, but do not want to pay monthly to have it on a weekend car.
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Does apple car play still require a monthly subscription? I would love to do this, but do not want to pay monthly to have it on a weekend car.
It's a one time fee of $300 to activate it. No monthly recurring fee.
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It's a one time fee of $300 to activate it. No monthly recurring fee.
It has been monthly for a while now. The $300 one ended shortly after you and I got our '17s I would say.
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Apple car play??

Can I activate car play in a car that doesn't have the apple car play preperation option?

I think I have the comfort and plus pack on the car.

I'd like to be able to use this as its got some decent features for work that would make my life easier.
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Don't all M2C come with Apple Carplay included (at least for a year)?
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Can I activate car play in a car that doesn't have the apple car play preperation option?

I think I have the comfort and plus pack on the car.

I'd like to be able to use this as its got some decent features for work that would make my life easier.
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Can I activate car play in a car that doesn't have the apple car play preperation option?

I think I have the comfort and plus pack on the car.

I'd like to be able to use this as its got some decent features for work that would make my life easier.
Yes, you can get your dealership activating it, or you can go with other options available online for less.

I personally tried this Bimmer Unlock and they were fantastic.
https://bimmer-unlock.com/collection...sb-full-screen

My firmware was updated and had to go with a remote coding with them... very easy, but I had to secure an OBD2 cable. Here are some pics:
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Don't all M2C come with Apple Carplay included (at least for a year)?
Im not sure in UK.

I've seen it as an option to buy so I'm guessing not? That said I have M seat belts and they are an option which don't appear on my list of spec but I have them anyway.
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Can I activate car play in a car that doesn't have the apple car play preperation option?

I think I have the comfort and plus pack on the car.

I'd like to be able to use this as its got some decent features for work that would make my life easier.
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Can I activate car play in a car that doesn't have the apple car play preperation option?

I think I have the comfort and plus pack on the car.

I'd like to be able to use this as its got some decent features for work that would make my life easier.
Yes, you can get your dealership activating it, or you can go with other options available online for less.

I personally tried this Bimmer Unlock and they were fantastic.
https://bimmer-unlock.com/collection...sb-full-screen

My firmware was updated and had to go with a remote coding with them... very easy, but I had to secure an OBD2 cable. Here are some pics:
How do I get the full screen?
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