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X7 Software Version Information Request
Featured on BIMMERPOST.com 1. What is the software convention for the X7 (which I guess is applicable to all G-series cars). This includes software for the entire vehicle, iDrive software (i.e. new cell phone compatibility updates) and base navigation map software updates. I am assuming these are three separate software updates, with different software version numbers associated with each. 2. What is the latest/most current software for the X7 for each of the categories above? Regarding my software convention question, from what I can gather, BMW changed this when moving to the G-series models. For the F-series, there were 3 separate types of software updates: a) The vehicle software, which updates the different ECUs in the car, was called I-Step. This could only be done by the dealer (or advanced DIY'ers) b) iDrive cell phone compatibility software update, which was downloadable from the BMW USA web site. This merely updated the iDrive to be compatible with the latest cell phones and new cell phone features. c) Navigation map updates, specifically the base navigation maps. The base navigation maps are usually updated quarterly, and need to be updated by the dealer (or you can purchase the updated base maps from other online vendors). This is not the same as the regional map updates which come periodically via OTA (over the air) updates - assuming the OTA updates are working (which can be sporadic at times) The latest vehicle software for the X7 that I could find on the forums is 11-2019.55. I believe this is the I-Step (or vehicle software), but I am not sure. Also, I believe the latest base navigation maps that have been released for iDrive 7 is 2019-4, but I have been unable to get confirmation (and I don't know if the base maps are the same for the F and G series cars). Why am I asking? I am looking to purchase an X7 really soon, potentially from dealer inventory stock. As part of vehicle delivery, I want the X7 to have all software updated, but in particular the latest I-step and the latest base navigation maps. But I want to provide the dealer with the specific software versions, which I can verify in the X7 upon delivery (i.e. trust, but verify they actually did it... ). A typical vehicle software update can take a few hours to complete by the dealer depending on the size of the update (think Windows or Mac OS software update timelines) so providing this info/request ahead of time to the dealer will be more time efficient for delivery purposes. Thanks!
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I'm almost positive 11/2019.55 is the latest iDrive version, at least for 2019 models (which is what I own). And to my knowledge this update includes everything related to iDrive and how mobile phones connect to the system. Map updates can be downloaded directly but iDrive can only be updated at the shop. So if a X7 you're considering is not at least at iDrive 11/2019.55, tell the salesman you will not take delivery until it is updated.
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^Correct. I recently had the updates completed and that is what is loaded now and what vehicles are being delivered with. This is only firmware for the iDrive. This is exclusive of map updates and map software. If you are purchasing off the lot you should check the firmware revision. If it is not the most recent simply request an update. It takes less than an hour and your vehicle has to go through the proper PDI channels, set up and programming before being released either way so it should not be an issue or an odd request.
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Thanks guys. I will provide that software version and see what happens. Can you tell me where in iDrive I can get to the software version so I will be able to check (as I am not proficient with iDrive 7 buttonology yet of course )?
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Does anyone know when Carly may be updated to interface with the new iDrive release? I've been trying to code some options, but it only has one accessible module.
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I lost features in the Climate Control "Rules" but it added a Car Wash view in the camera options. Other than that it appears to be slightly more stable than previous revisions.
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I just took delivery today and my car came with 11-2019.50 from the factory. I was told that the X7 had the most up to date software from the factory (Jan 2020 build), which I took with a grain of salt. I am still finding my way around the X7 so unless I discover any "glitches", I won't bother with asking for a software update until my first dealer oil change. The navigation base maps that came with the X7 were North America Live 2019-3, which was a bit disappointing (I would have expected at least 2019-4), so I need to check the fine print regarding dealer base map updates (if they are free or not)...
Edit: On a positive note regarding the navigation maps, I received 2 regional map updates in the course of a few hours after I took delivery. My regional maps are at 2020-1 now. I am sure this is not news to some X7 (or G-series) owners, but the BMW Connected web site is not very clear about how the navigation map updates work IMO. While it does state that the navigation maps will update over the air (OTA) up to 4 times a year, which implies they are referring to the base maps which are updated quarterly, the site did not really explain the difference between regional vs base map updates. Time will tell I guess...
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but loosing capability like climate control rules, I don't like. |
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Odd, mine was done a couple weeks ago too and this was not available. I wonder if I just missed it by a few days. Any features added or removed over the .55rev?
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I-drive update
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I believed you, just surprised I miss the newest revision.
I'll request it once I am in for service again. Thanks for the photo!
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03/2020.24 or 03/2020.30 is definitely the most current version.
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Not that BMW is really consistent with pushing out software updates, but could the difference be due to software for different models (i.e. 40i vs 50i)? I am also curious about the criteria BMW uses for a vehicle in order to get an update pushed (or pulled) via OTA since technically we should not need to go to a dealer to get the latest software installed.
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Just went by the dealership today and they are not currently pushing the March/April version. 11/2019 is still the most "up to date" that they are current installing if called for in updates or to "correct" a problem. This may be just a lack of dealer knowledge or it may not be live yet to the dealers.
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Dealer won't update?
Just came back from my dealer for a routine maintenance. My dealer just told me they won't update the idrive software unless there is an issue. I have the July version - but know they have rolled out November 2019 and March 2020. Has anyone come across that one?
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I have the March 2020 version 03/2020.24 I posted a picture in an earlier post. It was installed about 4 weeks ago.
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