Wireless Charger

VinnyA320 · 04-28-2022, 07:43 PM

I'm a week 20 build and currently status 112. I was notified today that wireless charge is again available to add to builds and am wondering if its worth it to add it for the $500. This seems like a simple retrofit by just buying the oem wireless charger correct? Just looking for some input. Thanks!

allinon72 · 04-28-2022, 07:54 PM

Not worth it to me. It's a phone warmer that maintains your charge at best.

Jbh165nc · 04-28-2022, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by allinon72

Not worth it to me. It's a phone warmer that maintains your charge at best.

Ditto

bear1m · 04-28-2022, 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VinnyA320

I'm a week 20 build and currently status 112. I was notified today that wireless charge is again available to add to builds and am wondering if its worth it to add it for the $500. This seems like a simple retrofit by just buying the oem wireless charger correct? Just looking for some input. Thanks!

Mine didn't come with it due to the chip shortage but I've seen other posts saying that the phone overheats on the wireless charger.

X3mcesq · 04-28-2022, 08:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by allinon72

Not worth it to me. It's a phone warmer that maintains your charge at best.

I had it in a 2021 loaner X3M for 3 weeks and I agree with this assessment. Phone heater that keeps the charge where it's at. Only a wire will actually charge your phone

VinnyA320 · 04-28-2022, 08:57 PM

Thanks guys. I'll use that $$ for some mods. Lol

Tricky401 · 04-29-2022, 04:33 AM

I’d have if it it’s included as it’s standard spec in the Uk, however I would never pay for it

Klazu · 04-29-2022, 08:35 AM

I have a MY2021 with wireless charging and it works as expected. I use an Android phone without any overheating problems, so dunno why others are having problems.

Edgar_FriendlyX3M · 04-29-2022, 08:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Klazu

I have a MY2021 with wireless charging and it works as expected. I use an Android phone without any overheating problems, so dunno why others are having problems.

Same here. Phone has sat on the wireless charging pad for 30-40 mins sometimes and I pick it up and its not warm. Android has their shit together I guess

redbullfan · 04-29-2022, 08:59 AM

Since the wireless charger is back, does that mean the digital key is standard now?

danniexi · 04-29-2022, 09:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redbullfan

Since the wireless charger is back, does that mean the digital key is standard now?

possibly.. unless they are adding JUST the wireless charger and not with the NFC pad like they did for the MY21 models.

gotta wait and see i suppose while i cry myself into a corner.

X3mcesq · 04-29-2022, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Edgar_FriendlyX3M

Quote:

Originally Posted by Klazu

I have a MY2021 with wireless charging and it works as expected. I use an Android phone without any overheating problems, so dunno why others are having problems.

Same here. Phone has sat on the wireless charging pad for 30-40 mins sometimes and I pick it up and its not warm. Android has their shit together I guess

Maybe it's an iPhone issue then…

VinnyA320 · 04-29-2022, 10:38 AM

This is a fairly easy retrofit though correct? I have no problem adding it myself for the cost of the OEM part over the order price of $500. Unless BMW has updated/upgraded the part I dont see any savings ordering it now prior to production. Thoughts? (Wirelss charge debate aside)

DBU · 04-29-2022, 10:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VinnyA320

I'm a week 20 build and currently status 112. I was notified today that wireless charge is again available to add to builds and am wondering if its worth it to add it for the $500. This seems like a simple retrofit by just buying the oem wireless charger correct? Just looking for some input. Thanks!

I am also in Status 112 for a week 20 build. I looked for the wireless charger option and didn't see it. Perhaps we are getting different cars? Mine is a X4 MC for the US market. Yours?

In my current ride, I use an after-market wireless charger which hold my Android phone via a magnet. Works great and no warming issues. I'll probably just transfer that setup to the new car. An advantage of my setup is that I can easily glance at the phone screen while driving (don't touch - but it is OK to look, right?)

justmill · 04-29-2022, 02:17 PM

It's not the best charger but it's convenient to just throw it in there while driving somewhere.

ganachain · 04-29-2022, 03:38 PM

Don’t even retrofit. Just get a plug in wireless charger. I snagged this one - didn’t even use the adhesive. Popped in. Has 10W charging instead of the 5W of the built in.
$96. Ships on the slow boat so take a couple of weeks to get here though.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HHQLNN7...QE78G8W62TEJGE

VinnyA320 · 04-29-2022, 04:09 PM

Does anyone know the OEM retrofit part or have a pic of the OEM part installed?

STi from DSM · 04-29-2022, 08:40 PM

iPhones are terrible, never get one. I used my wireless charger all the time in my 2020 X3MC and loved it. Was nice that my phone fit on the charger too as I have a rather large phone that doesn't fit on all of them.

Mike02z · 04-29-2022, 10:12 PM

This is the one I use. IPhone 13 Pro Max fits as does the Samsung S21 Ultra. It fast charges and adds a usb power port. Does not block factory USB port.

Wireless Car Charger for BMW X3 2018 2019 2020 2021 BMW X4 2019 2020 2021 Center Console Accessory Panel, 10W QC3.0 Fast Charging Phone Charger Pad with 18W USB Port for iPhone Samsung LG https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HHQLNN7...A5ZD7R1WHZS48M

Score04 · 05-06-2022, 09:51 PM

Anything for 2022 models?

VinnyA320 · 05-06-2022, 10:05 PM

Mine just went status 150. I ordered the OEM wireless charger part from bmwpartsworldwide(dot)com for $180 as I want to keep everything OEM. And Ive got an Android phone. Apparently iphones dont charge well w the OEM solution. Wirelss charging is slow but its nice to have so I may do a writeup when I do my retrofit.

americanaaaa · 05-06-2022, 10:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Score04

Anything for 2022 models?

Yes, I have this one in my '22 and I really like it. It looks like it belongs there. My iPhone does get a little warm on it. It really looks OEM. IMO

Wireless Charger Pad for BMW X3 G01 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022,Fit for BMW X4 2019 2020 2021 2022 Accessories,Wireless Charging Center Console Mat Organizer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0953FWRCM...UTF8&psc=1

04-28-2022, 07:43 PM	#1
VinnyA320 First Lieutenant 188 Rep 379 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: PA iTrader: (0)	I'm a week 20 build and currently status 112. I was notified today that wireless charge is again available to add to builds and am wondering if its worth it to add it for the $500. This seems like a simple retrofit by just buying the oem wireless charger correct? Just looking for some input. Thanks!
	Appreciate 1 D80831.50 Tweet Quote

04-28-2022, 07:54 PM	#2
allinon72 Brigadier General 4922 Rep 3,804 Posts Drives: 20' M2C, 23' X1 Join Date: May 2017 Location: Indianapolis, IN iTrader: (2)	Not worth it to me. It's a phone warmer that maintains your charge at best.
	Appreciate 4 VinnyA320188.00 BMWZ41909.50 Lifted55.50 pluckydks621.50 Quote

04-28-2022, 08:57 PM	#6
VinnyA320 First Lieutenant 188 Rep 379 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: PA iTrader: (0)	Thanks guys. I'll use that $$ for some mods. Lol
	Appreciate 0 Quote

04-29-2022, 04:33 AM	#7
Tricky401 Second Lieutenant 150 Rep 242 Posts Drives: X3m Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Midlands iTrader: (0)	I’d have if it it’s included as it’s standard spec in the Uk, however I would never pay for it
	Appreciate 0 Quote

04-29-2022, 08:35 AM	#8
Klazu Private First Class 166 Rep 189 Posts Drives: 2021 BMW X3M Competition Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Vancouver, Canada iTrader: (0)	I have a MY2021 with wireless charging and it works as expected. I use an Android phone without any overheating problems, so dunno why others are having problems.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

04-29-2022, 08:59 AM	#10
redbullfan Captain 356 Rep 688 Posts Drives: 22 TR X3MC Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (0) Garage List 2022 BMW X3MC [0.00]	Since the wireless charger is back, does that mean the digital key is standard now? __________________ 2022 X3M Comp 2013 335i xDrive (Sold)
	Appreciate 1 D80831.50 Quote

04-29-2022, 10:38 AM	#13
VinnyA320 First Lieutenant 188 Rep 379 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: PA iTrader: (0)	This is a fairly easy retrofit though correct? I have no problem adding it myself for the cost of the OEM part over the order price of $500. Unless BMW has updated/upgraded the part I dont see any savings ordering it now prior to production. Thoughts? (Wirelss charge debate aside)
	Appreciate 0 Quote

04-29-2022, 02:17 PM	#15
justmill Enlisted Member 53 Rep 44 Posts Drives: X3MC Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Texas iTrader: (0)	It's not the best charger but it's convenient to just throw it in there while driving somewhere.
	Appreciate 1 95wildtt831.00 Quote

04-29-2022, 03:38 PM	#16
ganachain Enlisted Member 3 Rep 37 Posts Drives: 2022 BMW X3 M40i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Lexington, KY iTrader: (0) Garage List 2022 X3 M40i [0.00]	Don’t even retrofit. Just get a plug in wireless charger. I snagged this one - didn’t even use the adhesive. Popped in. Has 10W charging instead of the 5W of the built in. $96. Ships on the slow boat so take a couple of weeks to get here though. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HHQLNN7...QE78G8W62TEJGE
	Appreciate 1 F87LUV3689.00 Quote

04-29-2022, 04:09 PM	#17
VinnyA320 First Lieutenant 188 Rep 379 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: PA iTrader: (0)	Does anyone know the OEM retrofit part or have a pic of the OEM part installed?
	Appreciate 0 Quote

04-29-2022, 08:40 PM	#18
STi from DSM Lieutenant 257 Rep 487 Posts Drives: 2019 Audi RS5 Sportback Join Date: May 2020 Location: Champlin MN iTrader: (4) Garage List 2018 BMW M5 [0.00]	iPhones are terrible, never get one. I used my wireless charger all the time in my 2020 X3MC and loved it. Was nice that my phone fit on the charger too as I have a rather large phone that doesn't fit on all of them. __________________ 2019 Audi RS5 Sportback Navarra Blue (Current)\|2021 Audi S4 (Quantum Gray) SOLD\|2018 BMW M5 (Singapore Gray) (SOLD)\|2019 Audi RS5 (Mythos Black) (SOLD)
	Appreciate 0 Quote

04-29-2022, 10:12 PM	#19
Mike02z Major 1978 Rep 1,277 Posts Drives: 2024 BMW M4 Base Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: 29651 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2024 BMW M4 [10.00] 2024 BMW M4 [0.00]	This is the one I use. IPhone 13 Pro Max fits as does the Samsung S21 Ultra. It fast charges and adds a usb power port. Does not block factory USB port. Wireless Car Charger for BMW X3 2018 2019 2020 2021 BMW X4 2019 2020 2021 Center Console Accessory Panel, 10W QC3.0 Fast Charging Phone Charger Pad with 18W USB Port for iPhone Samsung LG https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HHQLNN7...A5ZD7R1WHZS48M
	Appreciate 2 VinnyA320188.00 Savage_M3301.00 Quote

05-06-2022, 09:51 PM	#20
Score04 Captain 229 Rep 625 Posts Drives: ‘23 BMW X3 M40i Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Chicago iTrader: (0)	Anything for 2022 models?
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-06-2022, 10:05 PM	#21
VinnyA320 First Lieutenant 188 Rep 379 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: PA iTrader: (0)	Mine just went status 150. I ordered the OEM wireless charger part from bmwpartsworldwide(dot)com for $180 as I want to keep everything OEM. And Ive got an Android phone. Apparently iphones dont charge well w the OEM solution. Wirelss charging is slow but its nice to have so I may do a writeup when I do my retrofit.
	Appreciate 0 Quote