Total Newb asks is there an all in one unit for music, nav, diagnositics

Guido S · 06-20-2016, 03:51 PM

cd, Tv, phone, internet and everything else I need but don't know about? Never done any interior mods before but this looks like a must for summer trips. All advice welcomed; however, be aware that I do not want or need an audiophile set up. Just something midrange for an average Guido driving an '11 328ix w/o Idrive.

ctuna · 06-21-2016, 01:41 AM

Dynavin would be closest but it really doesn't offer diags but there
are some motor parameter readouts like temp and a few others I think. Read the Dynavin thread.
Not easy to go cheap on these cars and have a good result.

Guido S · 06-21-2016, 11:21 AM

What do you think a ballpark price would be including install? Do you think I could get a similar result with an Ipad mini. I'm thinking of getting one with the phone connection then I guess it's just a matter of finding the right apps. What do you think about that route? Any mounting suggestions? Something suitable for large mall lots where removal is a must.
BTW, grew up in California and frequently went swimming at Santa Cruz. My brother and I would stay in so long we were purple when we finally got out...many good memories as a kid.

ctuna · 06-21-2016, 11:43 AM

Ali-E90 · 06-21-2016, 04:34 PM

Depending on what sound system you start with (base, hifi, logic 7), your options will differ.

Dynavin is a great option that will look close to oem.

Standard double din units may offer more functionality than dynavin, but may cause issues depending on what system you're starting with (most issues have a solution, just means more work and expense)

iPad mini or android tablet is the most functional but the least oem-looking. Though a few have done pretty well with some custom installations.

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Guido S Private 31 Rep 95 Posts Drives: 2011 328ix Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Chicago Burbs iTrader: (0)	Total Newb asks is there an all in one unit for music, nav, diagnositics cd, Tv, phone, internet and everything else I need but don't know about? Never done any interior mods before but this looks like a must for summer trips. All advice welcomed; however, be aware that I do not want or need an audiophile set up. Just something midrange for an average Guido driving an '11 328ix w/o Idrive.
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ctuna Lieutenant General 1911 Rep 13,104 Posts Drives: 325xi 06 wagon MT Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Santa Cruz, Ca iTrader: (0)	Dynavin would be closest but Dynavin would be closest but it really doesn't offer diags but there are some motor parameter readouts like temp and a few others I think. Read the Dynavin thread. Not easy to go cheap on these cars and have a good result.
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Guido S Private 31 Rep 95 Posts Drives: 2011 328ix Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Chicago Burbs iTrader: (0)	What do you think a ballpark price would be including install? Do you think I could get a similar result with an Ipad mini. I'm thinking of getting one with the phone connection then I guess it's just a matter of finding the right apps. What do you think about that route? Any mounting suggestions? Something suitable for large mall lots where removal is a must. BTW, grew up in California and frequently went swimming at Santa Cruz. My brother and I would stay in so long we were purple when we finally got out...many good memories as a kid.
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ctuna Lieutenant General 1911 Rep 13,104 Posts Drives: 325xi 06 wagon MT Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Santa Cruz, Ca iTrader: (0)	Changing the Head Unit is not and easy task Changing the Head Unit is not and easy task in these cars because of all the side effects . I suggest you read the following links Its also hard to find an installer that understands this. I do not have much interest in doing something like this what i know is in the following links. head unit http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ight=head+unit http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1036190 http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...hlight=dynavin http://www.janus-design.net/english/ http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=355089 http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ight=head+unit http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...hlight=dynavin http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...hlight=dynavin http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...light=retrofit http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=993447 http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1016187 http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...hlight=dynavin Don't know if the Dynavin does apps maybe you should look at some of the tablet threads here.
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06-21-2016, 04:34 PM	#5
Ali-E90 Colonel 379 Rep 2,365 Posts Drives: 2007 E90 323i (Cdn) Join Date: May 2013 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (3) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 [8.00] 2007 BMW 323i [8.50]	Depending on what sound system you start with (base, hifi, logic 7), your options will differ. Dynavin is a great option that will look close to oem. Standard double din units may offer more functionality than dynavin, but may cause issues depending on what system you're starting with (most issues have a solution, just means more work and expense) iPad mini or android tablet is the most functional but the least oem-looking. Though a few have done pretty well with some custom installations. __________________ Check out my Mod Thread Here
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