Apple carplay

Mje-X3 · 12-14-2021, 04:55 PM

Hi I have just picked up a 2018 X3 with pro nav. I do not have any connected drive subscriptions, is it possible to get Apple CarPlay installed without subscribing.

Thanks in advance.

fdpxfunix · 12-14-2021, 05:16 PM

I think you still need to register on the Connected Drive site and add your car (via the VIN) and Apple CarPlay Preparation should be a one off payment option… at least in the Uk I think it is/was.

Just checked my Connected Drive and can still see it as an option, but my X3 came with it from new so it’s already enabled.

Be warned… there appear to be changes to subscription service happening at the moment. I’ve got the ‘Connected Package Plus‘ until May 2022, but right now that’s not renewable and there’s no sign of anything (yet) to replace it.

Have seen somewhere on this site a mention that older iDrive services may not be supported going forward. I’ll check back on my Connected Drive nearer to the expiry date and see what’s on offer. It’s RTTI in the BMW NAV that I make use of, but could always use my phone if I need too.

J.

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Mje-X3 Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: BMW X3 Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: Uk iTrader: (0)	Apple carplay Hi I have just picked up a 2018 X3 with pro nav. I do not have any connected drive subscriptions, is it possible to get Apple CarPlay installed without subscribing. Thanks in advance.
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fdpxfunix Second Lieutenant 188 Rep 298 Posts Drives: X3 xDrive 30d M Sport Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: UK - West Sussex iTrader: (0)	I think you still need to register on the Connected Drive site and add your car (via the VIN) and Apple CarPlay Preparation should be a one off payment option… at least in the Uk I think it is/was. Just checked my Connected Drive and can still see it as an option, but my X3 came with it from new so it’s already enabled. Be warned… there appear to be changes to subscription service happening at the moment. I’ve got the ‘Connected Package Plus‘ until May 2022, but right now that’s not renewable and there’s no sign of anything (yet) to replace it. Have seen somewhere on this site a mention that older iDrive services may not be supported going forward. I’ll check back on my Connected Drive nearer to the expiry date and see what’s on offer. It’s RTTI in the BMW NAV that I make use of, but could always use my phone if I need too. J. __________________ 2018 - BMW X3 30d xDrive M Sport 2010 - BMW X1 18d sDrive SE 2011 - Audi A1 S Line TDi 2007 - Vauxhall Corsa CDTi 2004 - Subaru Impreza WRX Wagon Last edited by fdpxfunix; 12-14-2021 at 05:51 PM..
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