[turbo4]

This is a question for someone who has used https://www.mycarly.com/
coding BMW X3 F25.

I want to code the following on my X3

1. Auto fold/unfold side mirrors when engine off/on
2. Close all windows and sunroof with key fob
3. Remove nav disclaimer
4. Unlock all doors when engine off

reading the web site it is supported for this model. What I would like to know once I code the above items, will these be added to the menu so I am able to toggle it off and on? Has anyone used Carly and how satisfied are you with the tools/app and functionality?

The only thing I don't like about Carly is the fact that it is a subscription based and once activated they charge you every month by default. You have to opt out if you don't want to use it.

[evilchargerfan]

I use Carly (and BimmerCode)

I dont recall a menu, for the newly coded items

If one wants to disable something coded, AFAIK, you'd have to re code to revert back to stock settings

I am satisfied with Carly, the app is just much nicer to use (IMO)




Note: if price is a concern, look elsewhere. I have ways of covering the fees via google play credits that I've amassed over the years, but wont junk up this thread discussing that

[turbo4]

Thanks. I would need to use iOS and the app is from Apple Store. It is my understanding that you buy license through Apple Store so it should not be an issue cancelling the subscription. It is not expensive, like $7/month. I was interested to hear from you and others but it looks like you liked it.

[kevink1]

I'm paying $59.99/year.

[pungo]

So if you use it for 5 years you're out of nearly $400. Not a fan of paying an annual fee for the privilege to continue to use software, and then there's their expensive proprietary OBD II interface you need to purchase to use the software Great marketing model.

[turbo4]

You can just buy a license for a month at $7 use it and cancel. Next time you need it again just pay $7. It is not that I will be using it every day or even every month. There are some free features that dont require a license and that includes diagnostics. So it is not so bad.

[pungo]

Originally Posted by turbo4

You can just buy a license for a month at $7 use it and cancel. Next time you need it again just pay $7. It is not that I will be using it every day or even every month. There are some free features that dont require a license and that includes diagnostics. So it is not so bad.

Except their fine print says:
* billed every 12 months


Who knows...

[turbo4]

Originally Posted by pungo

Except their fine print says:
* billed every 12 months


Who knows...

Good catch. If this is true I am out.

[pungo]

Originally Posted by turbo4

Good catch. If this is true I am out.

The used to have a one time cost, then went to an annual subscription model

[tracer bullet]

Crappy! I did the one time thing, wasn't much, and am glad to have it. Not happy to see that change - argh.

[330dm]

Major reason for me to have Bimmercode, pay once, use forever.

[andreigbs]

+1 on BimmerCode, I've used it several times to adjust things to my liking. Together with the Veepeak OBD adapter they make powerful tools.

I also got BimmerLink which is their scan tool and I love that one too.

Bought once, use for life.

[turbo4]

I checked bimmercode and it’s a good deal.
Have to consider this app. About the cost, do I only need to get adapter? Are there any other charges? Which adapter is best? There are few choices.

[andreigbs]

Originally Posted by turbo4

About the cost, do I only need to get adapter? Are there any other charges? Which adapter is best? There are few choices.

No other fees, except you'll probably want BimmerLink as well. That's the diagnostic scan app that can do a lot of things included resetting CELs, registering new batteries, resetting rear brakes so you can replace the pads, etc.

I can't say which adapter is best as there are many out there that I haven't used. The Veepeak one is around $33 on Amazon.

You'll want both, and they're worth having.