07-05-2022, 07:35 PM | #1 |
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BMW M Laptimer app - new version vs. old
I used the M Laptimer app on my iPod when I owned the 2015 M235i. It's version 1.6. I recorded track sessions on it at Palmer Motorsports, Lime Rock Park, and Watkins Glen between 2015 and 2017.
Now I'm getting ready to go to Watkins Glen again. I just checked the Apple app store to see if there are any updates for the Laptimer app, and found out there's a brand new version. The new version is 4.2. I installed the new app and now both 1.6 and 4.2 versions are installed. They seem to co-exist but of course I haven't recorded any new sessions with the M2C yet. One question is, can the old sessions be imported/transferred to the new version? If that's possible, then is it best to uninstall the old version? The app store description says you can import/export, but I don't see a menu option for that. Second question, will there be a conflict between the two installed apps when I connect to the iDrive app?
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07-09-2022, 10:42 AM | #2 |
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It's frustrating that there's no manual for the M Laptimer app. I ended up experimenting a little on my own just by driving around the neighborhood. The basics are simple:
Anyway, it seems that both the 1.6 and 4.2 versions can co-exist and either can be used. The newer version supports video integration more easily assuming you use the phone/iPod camera. I'm just using the lap statistics part of the application and have a non-Wi-Fi GoPro separately mounted for video. I'll probably try both versions for the upcoming Watkins Glen event in a couple days. All I'm really looking for is lap times and speeds reached. I also have the RaceChrono app on my Android phone and will use that for a session or two. I used that app with my Camaro and it's easy to use and works well.
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