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      10-15-2012, 12:57 PM   #1
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Apple recently introduced the new iPhone 5. There are three key differences between it and earlier iPhone models that affect its integration in BMW vehicles. First, the physical dimensions of the body of the new phone are thinner and longer compared to the iPhone 4/4S. Second, the iPhone uses a new 8-pin connector in place of the traditional 30-pin connector used on all other iPhone variants as well as iPod touch and iPod nano. The third is the elimination of the analog video signal.

Taken together, the result is:
1. iPhone 5 is not compatible with any of the current snap-in adapters available through BMW.
2. The PlugIn feature as a means of accessing one’s music library is not available on the iPhone 5. (Owners are still able to access their music library using a USB cable, see details under “Will I need an adapter to use my iPhone5?”.)
3. Also, watching videos stored on the device, on the car’s screen while parked is no longer possible.

FAQ

Below is an FAQ regarding the use of iPhone 5 and iOS6, as answered by BMW:

Can I connect my phone via Bluetooth to make phones calls, see my contacts and play music?
• Yes.
Can I still play music from my iPhone 5 in my BMW?
• Yes, via the External Devices menu in iDrive.
Will I need an adapter to use my iPhone 5?
• This depends on the options in the vehicle:
◦ No, if you currently use an Apple "white cable" to connect your iPhone to your vehicle. In this case, all you need is the new Apple Lightning cable, included with your iPhone 5. (See our member's DIY guide for creating a cradle and integrating the lightning cable)
◦ Yes, if you currently use a Y-Cable to connect your phone. In this case, you will need a "Lightning adapter" to connect your iPhone 5 to the Y-cable. (See "USB vs. Y-cable" on below to determine when a Y-cable is needed for MY 13 vehicles.)
◦ The "Lightning adapter" is an adapter available via Apple to convert the old 30-pin plug to the new 8-pin connector or "Lightning cable". It is already on sale by Apple and retails for $29.99 (for the adapter) or $39.99 for the adapter cable.
Can I use PlugIn and/or play videos from my iPhone 5?
• No, the iPhone 5 Lightning connector does not support analog video, therefore making the PlugIn feature and video playback incompatible.
• PlugIn and video playback are still supported when using an iPhone 4/4S with iOS 6.
When will the iPhone 5 Snap-In Adapter be available?
• BMW's official word on this is that there is currently no timeline set for the release of the iPhone 5 Snap-In Adapter, but as we recently reported, our sources indicate that its currently in developemtn and to expect it sometime around June 2013.
Is "BMW apps" compatible with iPhone 5 / iOS 6?
• Yes, owners with iOS 6 (incl. iPhone 3GS/4/4S/5) and a "BMW apps" equipped vehicle can continue enjoying the same great app integrations, just as they did with iOS 5.1. This includes Pandora, MOG, Aupeo, Stitcher and BMW Connected.
• Pandora is still not compatible with the New Navigation Professional System (SA609) vehicles, but an update is expected from Pandora by November 30, 2012.)
Can I use Mobile Office with iPhone 5 / iOS 6?
• With the release of iOS 6 (incl. iPhone 3GS/4/4S/5), Mobile Office is now supported for Text Messages and iMessages. This is available in cars with option code 639 / 6NL "BMW Assist with Enhanced Bluetooth". Owners will be able to see their text messages / iMessages on the screen,
and can have them read aloud. (Read-out of messages also requires Navigation.)
• Not all of the Text Messages / iMessages on the phone will be displayed in the vehicle. Only new messages received while the phone is connected to the vehicle will be available in the vehicle.
• Owners will have to configure their phone as follows to activate this feature:
1. Pair the phone to the vehicle as normal.
2. Under "Settings" and "Bluetooth", press the blue arrow to the right of the paired vehicle:
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3. Then turn on "Show Notifications":
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4. Also,notifications must be turned on for "Messages" as well:
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5. Owners then have to reconnect their phone to the vehicle. This is done by scrolling over the paired phone in the vehicle’s “Bluetooth” menu and pushing the iDrive controller.
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6. Returning a phone call via the displayed text message / iMessage is not possible. Owners should either dial the number directly or select a contact from their address book using iDrive.


Y-CABLE / BLUETOOTH

USB vs. Y-cable:

USB is offered standard on all 2013 BMW models, but the available functions differ based on vehicle equipment. Audio playback through the USB port is always included, but may require the Y-cable accessory in combination with an iPhone / iPod. The BMW Apps features are only available in combination with option 6NR "BMW apps". Some of the app features are accessible using the Apple cable, but video playback is only possible with Smartphone Integration (6NF) in combination with the appropriate snap-in adapter.

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* Plug-In is not currently compatible with the new Navigation Professional system (SA609); a fix is expected later this year.


The Y-cable is needed unless the vehicle is equipped with 639 or 6NL "BMW Assist with Enhanced Bluetooth and USB", which is standard equipment on all MY 13 5 Series, 5 Series GT, 6 Series, 7 Series, X5 and X6 models. On most other MY 13 models, 639/6NL is offered in combination with 609 "Navigation system" and/or in the Technology Package and/or as an option. See the chart below for more details about each model’s Y-cable dependency.

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Bluetooth:

Bluetooth comes standard on all 2013 BMW models, but again, the available functions are dependent on vehicle equipment. Please refer to each vehicle’s ordering guide to determine which options are available.

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      10-15-2012, 05:20 PM   #2
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So NO email in Mobile Office with iPhone 5 / iOS 6
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      10-16-2012, 12:46 AM   #3
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So NO email in Mobile Office with iPhone 5 / iOS 6
Email does actually work with iOS6 (iPhone 4 and 5) but new emails appear categorised as SMS and you need to "remind" iDrive each time you get in the car by going to iPhone - Notifications and changing the alert setting (it doesn't matter what you change it to as long as it registers a change). See the other iOS6 thread for more details

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Email does actually work with iOS6 (iPhone 4 and 5) but new emails appear categorised as SMS and you need to "remind" iDrive each time you get in the car by going to iPhone - Notifications and changing the alert setting (it doesn't matter what you change it to as long as it registers a change). See the other iOS6 thread for more details

http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showth...=747076&page=3
I followed that thread since it beginning but it never worked for me Only SMS, no email.
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I followed that thread since it beginning but it never worked for me Only SMS, no email.
Are you definitely sure they don't work because it is very temperamental and guys in the US (I know you're in Canada) have managed to get it working.

Worth retrying just in case:

1. re-pair for BT audio
2. switch BMW Office Bluetooth off and on on iDrive
3. confirm new SMS are appearing
4. check Bluetooth settings on iPhone allow notifications (configure under your actual BMW Bluetooth pair)
5. change iPhone alert settings to banner and show on lock screen (you may not need this config but I know this works for me)
6. send yourself an email and lock the screen so that the new email appears on the iPhone lock screen (and should appear now on iDrive but you may need to switch on and off first)
7. switch off idrive and switch it back on
8. wait for "wait" icon to disappear on iDrive - takes about 30 secs
9. change a notification/banner/alert setting on iPhone settings
10. send a new email to test

If it still doesn't work ....
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      10-16-2012, 04:41 PM   #6
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Are you definitely sure they don't work because it is very temperamental and guys in the US (I know you're in Canada) have managed to get it working.

Worth retrying just in case:
....
Still don't work
Maybe it's a Canadian car...
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Still don't work
Maybe it's a Canadian car...
Ah, sorry. It was worth a try. Even if you get it working, you have to remind it every time you get in the car so it's not great - and it incorrectly classes emails as SMS
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I have not been able to get audio through the lightning cable (I was able to get sound from an iphone4 and the old cable). From what I think I understand is that I shouldn't be able to because the cable is digital only. My understanding is that the lightning to 30 pin adapter will be able to provide sound because of a built in DAC. This contradicts the quote below. Can someone confirm? BTW I have the adapter on order

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No, if you currently use an Apple "white cable" to connect your iPhone to your vehicle. In this case, all you need is the new Apple Lightning cable, included with your iPhone 5. (See our member's DIY guide for creating a cradle and integrating the lightning cable)
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I have not been able to get audio through the lightning cable (I was able to get sound from an iphone4 and the old cable). From what I think I understand is that I shouldn't be able to because the cable is digital only. My understanding is that the lightning to 30 pin adapter will be able to provide sound because of a built in DAC. This contradicts the quote below. Can someone confirm? BTW I have the adapter on order
You should be able to get audio with the lightning cable. If you connect the iPhone 5 via Bluetooth audio, can you hear anything?
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Bluetooth yes, though it turns off in favour of the lightning cable when plugged in. After that there is no sound.
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