[lknbimmers]

Originally Posted by jmciver

Unless you have some really specialized coding on your X7, sounds like you should consider investing in the BimmerCode app to do it yourself as OTA updates can be up to 1-2 times per year (not counting any dealer installed updates).

Finally have Launcher Pro setup. Still learning the process of coding and delayed the install of 07/2021.50

[lknbimmers]

Originally Posted by Wild Blue

I did not, no. I slow-rolled it, waiting for this next update before re-coding, but didn't know that the July update wouldn't be available from my dealer, and not available OTA until 5 months later in December.

I have an appointment with r33_RGSport Ben tomorrow to re-code. And then from here on out, I'm going to re-code right away, after each OTA update. It's just not worth waiting and having the features revert, particularly anti-dazzle.

Pending OTA software installation of 07/2021.50 which I keep delaying. I wanted to try my hand at coding this time.

[Wild Blue]

Originally Posted by jmciver

Unless you have some really specialized coding on your X7, sounds like you should consider investing in the BimmerCode app to do it yourself as OTA updates can be up to 1-2 times per year (not counting any dealer installed updates).

From what I understand, not all features can be coded through Bimmercode. Specifically, I think anti-dazzle requires E-SYS, and anti-dazzle is one of the top coding things for me.

[jmciver]

Originally Posted by Wild Blue

From what I understand, not all features can be coded through Bimmercode. Specifically, I think anti-dazzle requires E-SYS, and anti-dazzle is one of the top coding things for me.

That depends on how that feature was coded. Without going into too much detail on coding …..

Vehicle Order (VO) coding changes the actual option code list for your car. In the case of the anti-dazzle feature, BMW added an anti-dazzle delete code to US spec cars. When that code is removed from your VO, and then the car is "reset", your car will now have anti-dazzle capability. The nice thing about this coding method is that it is permanent (unless that code is put back in your car - an OTA update does not put it back). So every time your software gets updated, the anti-dazzle feature will be retained (and even updated if the feature has any updates). This type of coding can only be done using E-Sys.

FDL coding (I forget the full name) is the predominant type of coding used by most. This method changes specific parameters inside different modules in the car for different features. Unfortunately, when you get a software update, these changes will get wiped out as your car will be updated to the "stock" configuration, which is based on your Vehicle Order list that I described above. Both E-Sys and BimmerCode can do this type of coding, although BimmerCode does not have access to all of the car's modules like E-Sys does.

Sounds more complicated than it actually is . Best way to verify if your anti-dazzle is not affected by the software update is to verify operation of the feature AFTER the OTA update. If it still works, you are good to go and FDL coding (by a coder or DIY with BimmerCode) will be needed to restore your other features that were lost with the OTA update.

FWIW, I have not completed this mod myself on my X7 yet. I removed the anti-dazzle "delete" code from my Vehicle Order (like I described above), but the subsequent reset did not work properly because my E-Sys software was not updated for my X7 at the time - and I have been too lazy to update it as of late . So my anti-dazzle only partially works now and I have not taken a deeper look to "fix it" yet. However, the coding process I described above worked on my F80 M3, where subsequent dealer software updates did not "erase" the anti-dazzle feature.

All that being said, I would still recommend to anyone to get BimmerCode as I think it is one of the best DIY coding tools for BMW owners IMHO. It is not expensive, it is a well written and supported app, and is real easy to use with your phone and multiple, readily available adapters to connect to your car. Most of the common coding features (and several uncommon ones) can be done with the app.

[Wild Blue]

yeah, people keep asking on various forums if anti-dazzle can be coded via Bimmercode, and the answer keeps coming back as "no".

[Buzzard59]

The download and installation went smoothly, the update sort of fixed my 3D Remote View until today, which stopped working saying to Enable Data Privacy to use Remote 3D but is on and worked for a week. I was so excited until yesterday.

[Wild Blue]

Originally Posted by Buzzard59

The download and installation went smoothly, the update sort of fixed my 3D Remote View until today, which stopped working saying to Enable Data Privacy to use Remote 3D but is on and worked for a week. I was so excited until yesterday.

Yeah, 3D Remote View seems to be down for everyone right now. Some sort of BMW server thing

[X7M50_2021]

I recently upgraded to the 7/2021 SW version but for some reason cannot connect BimmerCode to my car anymore? Previously everything worked. Has anyone else experienced connection issues after the SW upgrade?

[sunglyong2]

Originally Posted by X7M50_2021

I recently upgraded to the 7/2021 SW version but for some reason cannot connect BimmerCode to my car anymore? Previously everything worked. Has anyone else experienced connection issues after the SW upgrade?

I picked up car from service a few days ago and I noticed that dealer updated software to 11/2021.30. Does anybody know what is the difference compared to 7/2021 version?

[Wild Blue]

Originally Posted by sunglyong2

I picked up car from service a few days ago and I noticed that dealer updated software to 11/2021.30. Does anybody know what is the difference compared to 7/2021 version?

I think you're the first known person to have 11/2021

[RT365]

I was ale to update using the BMW app on my phone a month ago.

[X7M50_2021]

Originally Posted by X7M50_2021

I recently upgraded to the 7/2021 SW version but for some reason cannot connect BimmerCode to my car anymore? Previously everything worked. Has anyone else experienced connection issues after the SW upgrade?

Upgrading to iOS15.2 worked. I use a Ethernet connection so seems like they fixed it and I was able to establish an IP connection 👍🏼

[BobsM3Coupe]

Originally Posted by sunglyong2

I picked up car from service a few days ago and I noticed that dealer updated software to 11/2021.30. Does anybody know what is the difference compared to 7/2021 version?

What was the reason the dealer updated the software? I'm sure it wasn't for no reason.

[Jrjones4]

2022 X7 M50i (early August build) OTA 07/2021.50 this weekend, from 07/2021.32 version which the car came with broke my WiFi Hotspot ability - removed the Hotspot Internet option from the car entirely, which is the same issue I had when I purchased the car.

BMW pushed a bug fix via Apps and Services that resolved the issue previously on the .32 version and it has worked well for months on BMW's new TMobile subscription plans. I've reopened the case with BMW Genius and I'll let you know what I hear in case anyone else runs into the issue. My guess is that it's 2022 specific with the change from AT&T to TMobile in the US.

[sunglyong2]

Originally Posted by BobsM3Coupe

What was the reason the dealer updated the software? I'm sure it wasn't for no reason.

I had a idrive 7 glitch issue. System sometimes rebooted during driving.

[BobsM3Coupe]

Originally Posted by sunglyong2

I had a idrive 7 glitch issue. System sometimes rebooted during driving.

Thank you. Did the dealer tech have to witness it occurring?

[Jakerx]

Is it just me, or did the pre-programmed climate control functions (like heated steering wheel/seats) disappear with this update?

[Hoosbest]

Anyone else not get the 7/2021 update? I have been getting the updates prior on the app - but still on the March 2021 update and app says no update available. Given November is out - thought I would have gotten July 2021 by now... Other issue - I am still on the 2020 map update - and nothing new since. Anyone get a more up to date map one as well?

Originally Posted by Jrjones4

2022 X7 M50i (early August build) OTA 07/2021.50 this weekend, from 07/2021.32 version which the car came with broke my WiFi Hotspot ability - removed the Hotspot Internet option from the car entirely, which is the same issue I had when I purchased the car.

BMW pushed a bug fix via Apps and Services that resolved the issue previously on the .32 version and it has worked well for months on BMW's new TMobile subscription plans. I've reopened the case with BMW Genius and I'll let you know what I hear in case anyone else runs into the issue. My guess is that it's 2022 specific with the change from AT&T to TMobile in the US.

[Wild Blue]

Originally Posted by Hoosbest

Anyone else not get the 7/2021 update? I have been getting the updates prior on the app - but still on the March 2021 update and app says no update available. Given November is out - thought I would have gotten July 2021 by now... Other issue - I am still on the 2020 map update - and nothing new since. Anyone get a more up to date map one as well?

You definitely should have gotten the 07/2021 update OTA by now. I'm curious about the map update, though. It's been unclear whether people are actually getting map updates, though, and the "update" option in the X7 Nav section only states what the current version is, not search for anything new.

Are people actually getting map updates? (I'm still on 2020 also)
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[achanouh]

I haven’t got the 07/2021 yet. Still on 03/2021. Location AZ.

[mitch57]

Originally Posted by achanouh

I haven’t got the 07/2021 yet. Still on 03/2021. Location AZ.

Same thing for me here in Washington State.

[BobsM3Coupe]

Originally Posted by achanouh

I haven’t got the 07/2021 yet. Still on 03/2021. Location AZ.

My 2021 X5M is still on the 11/2020 that it had when I took delivery of at that time.