Thank you for an honest video. I was at first hyped to get one for the navigation alone. I don't even own a BMW today but is planing getting a F11 tourer in the next couple months. Might just look for a oem fitted navigation
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Johan - I don’t want to sound all negative but for a driver this LCD screen does very little. Its a good device for a show car to play movies. Practically its point less other than it offers thrid party reverse camera option. You would be better of getting NBT or Evo which are installed by BMW. Thank you for your kind comments.
@ccie2325
4 жыл бұрын
Good review - I was planning on a unit like this in my F10 at some point - now I'm not so excited anymore. NBT seems a better system! cheers mate
@ilmseed8200
5 жыл бұрын
Very informative and useful info. Thanks
@NO-TRUCKS-GIVEN
5 жыл бұрын
I think this is a good honest detailed review 👍
@noahjagger1112
3 жыл бұрын
A tip: you can watch series at flixzone. Me and my gf have been using them for watching all kinds of movies recently.
@cyrusnoe6709
3 жыл бұрын
@Noah Jagger Yup, been using Flixzone for since november myself =)
@pentetetra
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that, great to get some honest criticism!. The main point seems to be that it looks great but the reality of driving means you really don't want extra distractions while on the road. Think I'll divert my money towards a BMH Head Up Screen instead - if I can find one at a good price. Have you any experience of these HUS retrofit units?
@NoNameSNX
5 жыл бұрын
Great review ! Thanks!
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@No name - Thank you for your comments, please see my other review I have also done of the same model - Updating the Android Screen. kzitem.info/news/bejne/1Wljz4CCsaSSp34
@nilaht9
5 жыл бұрын
Good Honest review and nothing but the truth!
@RaZORMiNAL
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your review. When you mentioned that the system gets buggy and often needs a restart at higher outside temperatures, did you mean that only for Android OS or even the original iDrive? I'm planning to buy this solely to replace the OEM 6.5 small screen CIC - just to get the 10.25 screen, so I don't really care for all the bugs that come with the Android unit as long as the iDrive works perfectly all the time. Is that the case, iDrive still works perfect all the time? Also, if I don't plug the Android unit in the Aux port, I can still use my Aux on the original BMW iDrive, correct? Thank you so much!
@thespecialist786
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, you have two options, either replace your small screen with a genuine bmw large screen or upgrade to Android. BMW screen is fine only android have a problem.
@samsongerald7643
5 жыл бұрын
10:50 thats actually good cos unless you have the newest BMWs where you can change you instrument dials, this is beneficial if you're travelling to Europe who used Km instead of Miles like in the UK.
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Samson Gerald - Thank you for your comment, but just to add the BMW idrive settings allows you to change the Mph to Km as well. The fact the base os is locked. There are some good apps that work quite well on this system. I will be publishing a better review perhaps showing some positives as well. Please do subscribe.
@samsongerald7643
5 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 i purchased one from china, it says 8.1 operating system but on a corner says 4.4.. I'm confused as to which is it lol.. plus cant seem to get the radio working or able to switch to the BMW interface, it just stayed stuck on android.. any tips?
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Samson Gerald - Thank you for your kind comments. Sure I will help you. First please try to enter the code which I shown you in my video at section 7:57. If you can enter into the sub system then select your car chassis model which will enable certain features for your car. If all fails reset to factory settings. Beware that after factory reset all text might become chinese. So before u reset it make sure you know the steps to change the language to English. Let me know how it goes. By the way the radio needs a wifi connection as it will be internet radio.
@arabianqadri4737
5 жыл бұрын
Quiet usefull i am going to upgrade on my f10 but watever u described but still much better then nbt system they r user friendly but very dull and not much exciting to use plus reverse camera is really good option basically u r installing a android tab in ur car but these days every piece of gadget need data n for that if u have dongle connected in ur car means all problem solve EE dongle cost 5 to 10 pounds per month with ur contract so permanent feed ur car device n be honest tht ee dongle is good i have using it for a while for my mobile office but thanks for making this vdo really understandable i have some queries once i install ill get back to u .many thanks cheers
@swm246
3 жыл бұрын
I have one of those, in struggling to find link to update it?
@matthewbonner645
7 ай бұрын
So does this have wireless car play. The android system looks very old and basic. Wouldn’t be so bad if you could just have phone connected and screen set to CarPlay display
@josephthiel6051
5 жыл бұрын
good review thanks, when on the original idrive menu, if you press the nav button on the controller does it still open the bmw sat nav? Also, do you have to connect this new systems gps antenna at all or could you simply continue to use the original satnav and gps antennae and just install it without using its google maps? all i really want this for is the larger screen... im not really bothered with the android features much....
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Joe Thiel - Just for large screen you could perhaps buy it from ebay however if u want this then yes you can use your gps attenna by using a FAKRA Y cable. If you press the SAT NAV button it opens google maps but you can set that. You can the menu button on the idrive to open SAT NAV.
@josephthiel6051
5 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 Thanks for the reply. I just bought my 2016 f10 today.. awaiting paper work. and the garage to get it ready. It has advanced bluetooth feature which allows me to stream spotify from my iphone wirelessly. Will i still have that feature after this upgrade? Im not bothered using the android section of this for anything other than maybe a nice display for rev/speed like you showed in the video. Its a shame the OEM screen upgrade is so much more expensive than this system, and requires the controller and other items changed too... pity the system wont let you just swap out with a larger screen...
@josephthiel6051
5 жыл бұрын
Also, the Y cable.... does it need 2xFemale and 1x male connector.... OR 2x Male and 1x female connectors ? Thanks.
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Joe Thiel - Thats great news, I have published a new video today of Installing HK top hifi system in F10. Please do watch it. As for the cables you need to share the GPS attenna of the car. Here are the links for the two items you will need. rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F302452168147 rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F182750446135 One is a Y cable and the other one is the cable that will connect to the Android Screen back to the Y cable. You can mount a new GPS attenna that is supplied with the screen bit I think that gets messy and not needed. Good luck and keep me posted of the new car. Please do subscribe and spread the word.
@josephthiel6051
5 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 Cheers mate
@burhanur
5 жыл бұрын
Hi there, just wanted to ask. What would happen to the DAB radio, service history, tyre pressure monitoring and oil levels checking? Do they all remain or need to be put in somehow? Thanks.
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Burhanur Rahman - You will have two interface, the BMW Interface and the Android interface both work indepentently and do not talk to each other.
@burhanur
5 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 Thanks, for your reply. So I can use it exactly as I am now with my original with small screen? I just want a bigger screen and video playback. From where can I get 1?
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Burhanur Rahman - Yes thats right, Find them on Ebay.
@kadiraytekin7556
4 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 Hi Have question, before you change to android unit what screen did you hade? Cic navi whit big screen? Wonder because if splitscreen work normaly whit new unit? Regards
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@Kadir Aytekin - Thank you for watching my channel. I had CIC Wide screen unit then upgraded to Android and yes it does do split screen just like the old Sat nav.
@maz.r1408
3 жыл бұрын
the dvd part is for the av connections at the back
@johnfelipe5408
3 жыл бұрын
honest review. I have the same setup and I must say it is not great.
@thespecialist786
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Sir for being Honest
@relaxingsound926
Жыл бұрын
Hi, can you tell me how did you make appear reverse camera and sensors on the multimedia screen please. In my android multimedia, i installed an aftermarket camera, but when I put in reverse it shows only the camera, without the sensors. By the way the sensors I can still hear them but I would like to see on the screen like you have. Thank you
@ZeroZeppelin
5 жыл бұрын
Since it works via AUX, is the sound quality ok? Does the USB from android works with a normal music pen drive?
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@zerozeppelin - Sound is OK - Not 5.1 DTS Dolby. Yes USB works using a normal pen
@alexmarin7897
5 жыл бұрын
How exactly did you retain the OEM software/interface despite replacing the OEM head-unit with an android aftermarket one? I thought that once you install an aftermarket android unit the original software is gone as that was installed on the OEM headunit which you remove. Or does the replacement headunit come with both the OEM software and Android installed on it?
@alexmarin7897
5 жыл бұрын
OK answer starts at 08:05
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Alex Marin - Thank you for your kind comments, Good Question. The Android screen has Only Android but it also allows pass through and displays the BMW oem interface aswell which is a bonus. The option is called Car Interface on the display. Works well so far. Android hangs some time but the OEM works 100% everytime.
@JayMasterz_BarberStudio
5 жыл бұрын
Do you have a detailed installation video? For the F10 model.. 2011
@BobSt2006
4 жыл бұрын
Year passed from video recorded day. Can you please evaluate how are you glad with that multimedia ? I'm going to buy dasaita into F10, and not sure if it stable/not buggy. Thanks.
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@Volodymyr Bob - Thank you for your comments. Since this video nothing has changed and the system is working well. It has issues and bugs but they all do and its not a branded. It has minimum support. The only thing I can say its working ok. In summer when the temp goes to 40c in the car while parked the system fails to start up some times and some times it freezes as well. Apart from that its good to have in the car. Hope this helps.👌
@BobSt2006
4 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 thanks for the response, it is helpful.
@zzzoooz
4 жыл бұрын
Hello Thanks for the video, I'm just wandering if the connected drive apps works after the installation, I used to start the auxiliary heater via BMW app.
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@Ihsan Alebadi - Thank you for your comments. BMW app works independently and the Android will work as its just a tablet designed to work on the car. So what I am saying you will not loose any functionality.
@fzrfl
3 жыл бұрын
Nice video, one thing comes to my mind, can you still code the headunit/car with bimmercode?
@thespecialist786
2 жыл бұрын
No, I don't believe so. The head unit is laggy and slow. Just a pretty face:-)
@ccie2325
4 жыл бұрын
If I can get a screen like this that can a) Be a WiFi hotspot with a 4G SIM card, and b) support Android Auto - then I would be a lot more interested. Can't seem to see one that specifically does that. What does "support Wifi" mean exactly with these things?
@Katlego01
5 жыл бұрын
Do you have the issue of not being able to see the oil level on the screen because the android platform is in the way?
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
Julian Bassey - No I have not had any issues because I had to set the correct screen size under factory setup. I am not sure which version of Android you are using as mine is v6.
@biggur5
2 жыл бұрын
I'm gonna stick to what I already have!! 👍
@ashraffarooq
4 жыл бұрын
Nice video but I got questions, you with original bmw navigation when we set route it’s also show us white arrow on the dashboard but dose it do with google map as well ??
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@Farooq Qadri - Thank you for your comments, Google maps uses WIFI so you will need that all the time while using google maps. Google maps also shows your vehicle on the map. You can try and use Wazes which is better.
@Drinksreview
3 жыл бұрын
excellent review cheers man
@thespecialist786
3 жыл бұрын
Just raw honest un-edited review. Thank you 🙏 for your kind words. Please subscribe.
@Almir71
3 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 hello how did you download the app? Do you have play store installed? Thanks
@thespecialist786
3 жыл бұрын
@@Almir71 which app?
@Almir71
3 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 at 14:17 you said you downloaded an App. But i watched all apps and I didnt see the play store app. So how did you download it? Or maybe you have play store downloaded but didnt show that? :P thank you for your reply.
@Moezer
4 жыл бұрын
These android units are only screens and integrate with the OEM system dvd and music and such those need to be added on to a sd card or a memory stick and connected by usb. Look at it like an external device but its able to view the OEM settings and what the system pushes out
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@Moezer - Yep, this is a stand alone system that makes users believe its part of the car but the fact is Andriod runs side by side and does not see any tuner or CD/ DVD module. I installed the DAB module using the USB port and it works so so. Nice toy.
@Moezer
4 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 I literally just installed one in my wifes 2013 x6m, I didnt connect the aux cable so spotify does not play sound it is a nice upgrade tho when u get a hang on how things work
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@Moezer - Just so you know, keep your old screen as this one freezes and goes blank in summer when the dash is really Hot.
@Moezer
4 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 yeah I always keep anything I take out my cars lol, the one o got was the 32gig 4 gig ram 9.0 android it's pretty slick and smooth
@roslanmohd7988
5 жыл бұрын
can you help? when i installed this, somehow my dash light becomes dim & theres no way the original option can brightened the lights
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Roslan Mohd - First thing I would do is go back to the old screen and make sure everything is working including the lights as expected. Then please confirm once you have tested your dash lights with the old screen. Can you show me the positive of the negative I have shown you.
@kippetjes4
4 жыл бұрын
It could also be there is a small wheel thingy next to your lights. It lightens and dims the internal lights of the car, including the display. Though that might be a bit to obvious for u not to have tried already?
@bojidarmartinov5949
2 жыл бұрын
So does the bmw reverse camera work with this unit or do you need a 3rd party one?
@thespecialist786
2 жыл бұрын
Genuine Bmw Camera will work any way because it uses a seprate control unit but if you don’t have a reverse camer this android unit will give you an advantage to use third party as it has reverse camera input. Thank you again for your comments please subscribe.
@_dan_here_
4 жыл бұрын
I have juts purchased Android 9.1 iD7. I'm guessing this one is a much older system?
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@Mr Creative - Thank you for your comment, Hope you will enjoy your purchase, they are all the same only different is the processor and memory which make it a wee bit faster. Nothing else is different. Same software and same options and features. Please do subscribe for more upcoming videos.
@_dan_here_
4 жыл бұрын
The Specialist well that’s gutting to know. How come others haven’t had the same issue? Like with the maps & phone calls? Surely it must have had a software upgrade, the ID7 version I have purchased has a different interface
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@Mr Creative - Yep very much so, the interface is just a fancy display you can change it to which ever one you wish by going into the system. CIC,NBT or EVO. All of them are there. The issue is people that buy this units don’t expect to a have negative view because one you spend £400 surely you want to convince your self you made the right choice. The phone bluetooth is by far worst I have used in a car. When the call is received the Sat nav will lock up until the call is ended. I would like to see how you get on. I just switch between BMW oem system and Android. Keep me posted. All the best:-)
@PotatoTurtle
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, do you know what resolution this screen is?
@goranbosic7909
4 жыл бұрын
The iDrive brightness control is fixed at 5 (50%) and can neither be increased nor decreased. Do anyone have that problem?
@bmwsincekid
5 жыл бұрын
I think u have a Faulty Unit My man What spec did you get when you bought it please because their is newer versions
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Christian Andolini- (Tony Montana) Scarface Best Movie of all times) well I have my fair share of issues, this is Android 7 and it nothing to with my Unit, The unit works but its just the way it works is silly because its exactly like sticking a Android tablet into the Dashboard. The Android system does not work without using the Aux wire and also it does not recognise the DVD drive and the radio which is part of the Car so I have to switch between 2 interface to use this pretty looking screen. Yes I know how to go around things but the point is its not 100% driver friendly and its okay to park the car And fiddle and play a few movies. The bluetooth is the worst of all times. Once you pair your phone and your using Sat Nav - the entire screen goes to the phone and Sat Nav dissapears. I can go on and on. Yes I have it but the point i make is to those who want to buy it so be aware.
@bmwsincekid
5 жыл бұрын
The Specialist www.ewaying.com/products/10-25-quad-core-android-4-4-car-multimedia-interface-for-bmw-series-5-f10-f11-gps-navigation-support-idrive-steering-wheel-ew964a There is android 8.1 PX6 6 Core I think thats A Faster better product
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Christian Andolini - Thank you for sharing this with me but I think its a total waste of money. Other than the processor the software looks exactly the same based on the utube demo that they show on the page. The interface is sticky and usless for a driver. Okay to use at home.
@ramazansimsek1350
4 жыл бұрын
Hi i have original nbt with big screen in my bmw f10 .. If i install this unit ,would it disable any of the feature that i allready have in my car?
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@Ramazan Simsek - No everything will work which you already have plus the Android screen.
@ramazansimsek1350
4 жыл бұрын
The Specialist Thanks for the reply.. What about orginal bmw interface this one look old tipe ... its not like the face lift interface ...
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@Ramazan Simsek - it will work with CIC and NBT. Just need to specify before you buy the Android screen. Your orignal interface will work exactly the same way. Just tap the screen and it goes to Android.
@nasalghul
3 жыл бұрын
I have bought the same android as yours but i cannot get any audio out, any advice?
@thespecialist786
3 жыл бұрын
@nasalghul - Sure all you need to do is to connect the audio out to the Aux in of the BMW inside the arm rest and then select Aux from the Idrive External Devices. Hope that helps
@labi.not123
4 жыл бұрын
Can you please tell me where is a good place to buy one AliExpress? Or somewhere else??? Thanks 🙏
@bmwbmw8466
3 жыл бұрын
Amazon
@morphedrenegade
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for such detailed video. I guess its not worth it for me, I wanted android but no hastle.
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
Yes, Don’t waste your money on this item as just looks good for selling. Its usless not one function I would use practical while driving. Total waste. It might be nice it your selling your car as an attraction.
@morphedrenegade
5 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 Thnks much apreciated.
@ronniewhite4407
5 жыл бұрын
hi where can i buy one of these from , they look so much better than the small screen i have , are they plug and play , easy to fit etc , great vid too @@thespecialist786
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
Yes, these are plug and play no need for programming the control box. You will need to make sure you order the correct one as F10 have CIC if your car is pre 2013 and NBT if after. Please see the link below for info. You will need to search ebay or google to find one. They do sell fast even though they dont do much in the car. rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F332406459431
@RonnieGalloway
5 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 How hard are these to install? Have you any links to someone installing one on a f10? My car is a M5 and i really dont want to mess it up. i read good reviews and bad on these, i like the screen mirroring for videos and internet and heard its possible to connect freeview tv when parked. Your video is correct with the lots of data from phone needed, i would hope it does not lose bmw oem screen features sat nav and media music thats been downloaded via usb, 400 plus songs. What actually is Apple car play, i have a samsung phone so i am guessing that part of it is of no use to me. Top Video Sir.
@ceddy1031
4 жыл бұрын
Your iphone Wifi Pairing should work. It saids no hotspot available. That means you didn't enable your hotspot on your phone, so your screen won't connect. It should work once you have hotspot enabled on your phone.
@sheldonpouchet4717
2 жыл бұрын
Hi is Apple Carplay reliable in Bluetooth or wireless form, is a wired Dongle more reliable
@thespecialist786
2 жыл бұрын
It’s as reliable as the weather in England. Do not buy it for Android waste of money.
@TotalFreshness
4 жыл бұрын
Can’t i connect my phone to the regular bluetooth and only use this as a bigger screen?
@BayernMods
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, you can, please.
@msppugs7649
5 жыл бұрын
Hi, I own the said item and I am having problems getting the easy connect app plus auto play and the maps with google play store keep searching or connecting the maps start with China and I am fed up now! So could you Help Please?
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@ Msp Pugs - Sure please can you share your issue, Support is zero on this system. Easy Connect on this is flaky sometime it works sometimes it freezes, I believe u need to set the Region to UK or where ever you are to make the maps start in your country - as the system is Made in China it seems to have that in memory. Connect your system to Your phone via Wifi Hotspot and then make all the changes. If its not playing ball then do a factory reset but remember factory reset make all the text become Chinese so you need to have an idea of how to change the language back to English. Mine froze a few times so did a factory reset using a code that I show in the video.
@RonnieGalloway
5 жыл бұрын
Hi, What lead do i need for Android Auto, by some accounts it makes the system work a bit quicker? Also whats the difference with a GPS Ycable, and ones that come with it, if i am to screw my dash apart for this thing i want to do it the once and not having to go back and adding extra usb cables etc Cheers
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
Android Auto does not work on this device which is running Android ver 7.1 and it can not be updated. (I tried) The gps Y cable helps avoiding the install of another gps attenna. There is no Y cable in the box I received. You will get a GPS attenna in the box.
@RonnieGalloway
5 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 i am after the 8.1 verision which is out, and i seen a video showing that the Android Auto works quicker, what do i need to get it to work?
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
Ronnie Galloway please confirm as Android auto is designed for Mobile Phones not tablets. Please check with the seller. You just need a GPS signal for Android Auto.
@RonnieGalloway
5 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 I seen the Avin USA version of this unit running and it works really smooth with this so called Android Auto,my guess is it's like Carplay for Android system.Just wondering what leads are attached.I phone leads are over £40 ,my guess is it's just a usb lead with a phone adapter and hopefully it works. Sorry for all questions on this,I really like this to fit like a glove before screwing apart my pride and joy. Thanx for your information in your Replies
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
Ronnie Galloway i understand your worry, I would do the same. You don’t need any thing Android Auto will work just via bluetooth and yes its a alternative to Apple Carplay. www.android.com/intl/en_uk/auto/
@ilmseed8200
4 жыл бұрын
Basically its a load of rubbish and a waste of money .thanks for the honest review. Il just stick to my current nbt unit
@bmwbmw8466
3 жыл бұрын
No ! Don't be misled. He just dont know how to use it. He even said 'you android users may know what that means' Fucking clown 🤡
@aymana5242
3 жыл бұрын
@@bmwbmw8466 not everyone knows everything smh just cause u know something that someone doesnt doesnt mean u have to make fun of them,help them instead dumb clown
@keke158
3 жыл бұрын
@@aymana5242 yea you are right he is a clown
@ramsenkhammo5605
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the video!! I have a problem with mine... Idrive dont work. I can go from left to right but i cant try OK. Do you know why?
@thespecialist786
3 жыл бұрын
@ Ramsen, thank you for your comments, you need to reset your Android system as per my video using the pin code. Or you can disconnect the 12v cable from the back of the headunit and plug it back in. Hopefully this will cure the fault.
@ramsenkhammo5605
3 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 thanx man i will try this. You mean idrive cable?
@thespecialist786
3 жыл бұрын
@@ramsenkhammo5605 I mean the 12v supply to the Android.
@rayaany.4069
Жыл бұрын
I agree with you-the android system sucks. But the CarPlay/android auto that would come with it is pretty good, no?
@sanadek1
3 жыл бұрын
Hi and many thanks for your review. Without this I would have found out too late about all the bugs and standalone principle. It made me reconsider. Can you tell me though if the frozen display when receiving a call is due to a software problem and can be fixed with a firmware update?( Mind you that there are android version 10 displays already...) All i wish for is listening to Spotify and use Google maps to navigate. However if the screen keeps freezing up then there is no use bothering. As far as data is concerned, I would use my phone as a hotspot. (As long as this doesn't block any other comms such as Bluetooth of course) Thanks for the video and info in advance
@thespecialist786
3 жыл бұрын
@sander dekker - Thank you so much for your detail comments and watching my channel. Sorry I may have come across negative but I was speaking the truth. You can use your phone as a hot spot and listen to spotify etc. Freezing does not happen often but it can happen and a full system reset may be needed. If I were you I would invest in a iphone 11 Pro Max and use that if you already don’t own one. Your iphone 11 Pro is more powerful than any in car entertainment and gps around that comes in the car. The iphone will also give you waze and music just pair the blue tooth to the bmw idrive and your laughing all the way. CiC is old and so is NBT but they all work via bluetooth. Install Harman Kardon and sound is great. These Android tablets are one time wonders and not best for professional use while driving. Hope this helps😉
@sanadek1
3 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 If only I had an up-to-date BMW F11...future will be true. For now I'll have to settle with the dinosaur CIC and my modern Samsung S20 (sorry android adept). Maybe i will role the dice with this Chinese stand alone. Do you think it's worthwhile solely using Spotify and Google maps? I can already play Spotify on my phone and listen via Bluetooth. It's just that it would be nice to browse on the touchscreen...
@thespecialist786
3 жыл бұрын
@sander dekker - I believe the newer models have less bugs and the Android system is better. So you can take the jump but the screen browsing is not easy as you think. There is a lag a little depending on the 4g reception. Think carefully as these screens are not cheap.
@aniee9272
3 жыл бұрын
My install is all good but when switch to I drive it’s fuzzes please help me
@ariellelek3838
5 жыл бұрын
Hi can you help me out and tell me what the program is called? I mean the one to install it to the BMW, thanks if you can
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Ariel Lelek - Hi, Thank you for watching my channel. I believe your mistaken. This is not a install of software. This is a brand new Android Screen which allow the BMW idrive to work as well as the Android screen. Its a nice upgrade. Hope this helps.
@FeARN0EViL1
5 жыл бұрын
Help plz i installed that screen few weeks ago now dash time won't show up and can't set time also even in original screen do I need recode?
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@FeARN0EViL1 - Thank you for your comments, I don’t believe you need to code any thing there seem to be a common issue with these screens having intermitent issues. Just reset this to factory settings by typing the code. You can see this from my video and my other video online that will help you. Please do subscribe to view my other up coming videos. Hope this helps.
@FeARN0EViL1
5 жыл бұрын
Thx for answer I'll try as soon as possible
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@FeARN0EViL1 - Please see my video from 7:48 time line that will help. You need to go to settings and then Sysinfo and click on Reset. Please note after reset to factory settings your system may show all options in Chinese and you can switch back to English. Please watch my other video that will show you how to revert back to english.
@Blownbox406
3 жыл бұрын
What is the code mine didn’t come with nothing
@gmconstruction345
5 жыл бұрын
Ill be the first to say this video doesnt do this unit justice!!! You have full android in your car. Use your hotspot and download offline maps for google!
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@GM Construction - There are always a few that share a different veiw, however if you have a smart phone then there is no need to go through the pain of enable hotspot which mostly drops off and disconnects. This unit does not deliver the features and functions properly. Try pairing bluetooth and then using maps. The system will become locked. This system cannot be upgraded it has frozen few time and lost audio. I am not sure when and how often you use your system but it’s not relaible and just looks good. If your happy then I am happy for you. Its important to remember a device in a car has to be quick and easy to use and must operate under all conditions and combinations. If you wish to just use google maps then better off sticking a Ipad mini which will be equally as big.
@gmconstruction345
5 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 Just the fact of being able to use google maps over stock nav is worth the upgrade. Not to mention spotify and downloading your songs to use offline. Waze, having the whole android market at your fingertips!
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
GM Construction I can see your convincing your self to use this system. As I said once the bluetooth is paired and a phone call is received the system will lock up. I am showing the issues of the device where I can see if one is commited to keep it , the system can be used as well. Also all the software you mentioned are available on smart phones. This system also uses a seprate Aux lead that uses an external input of the cars Aux and not 100% integrated as expected. If you can buy this for £200 then its perhaps worth the pain but for £380 or £500 better off buying a better and bigger smart phone which will do everything this system does which in other way a tablet stuck in the dashboard.
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
GM Construction I will publish a Positive video which will show a lot a plus points as well. I can see your point as for people who have bought this system.
@gmconstruction345
5 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 what manufacturer or seller did you buy from?
@unyimeakn9615
4 жыл бұрын
mate you are running android 7.1 which explains why you are having those issues
@JayMasterz_BarberStudio
5 жыл бұрын
Where do I plug the x1 key wire? (Purple and yellow wire)
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Jayson Robertson - All wires go from connector to connector. Any loose wires can be left alone unless u have a reverse cam
@JayMasterz_BarberStudio
5 жыл бұрын
The Specialist How come when I plug the auxiliary in it still doesn't play any sound?
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Jayson Robertson - You need to go into the Idrive select the BMW menu in Multimedia select the Aux to get sound from the speakers from Android.
@jeetu4444
3 жыл бұрын
Hey i just installed android unit in my bmw f10 with android 10 ..but iam not getting any audio from the android unit....can u help
@thespecialist786
3 жыл бұрын
@Jeetu Sadarangani - Thank you for watching my Channel👌. You need to use the Audio cable from the Android unit to your BMW Aux input which usually is between the center Armrest. Then select AUX from the iDrive from multimedia option. Sound should come out. Make sure you first play the cd or radio because the Aux does not enable automatically unless you play the CD or Radio and then select Aux. Please subscribe and good luck. Hope I have helped you.
@jeetu4444
3 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 thank u soo much....can I use aux splitter so both bmw and android use same audio output and stay behind the head unit
@thespecialist786
3 жыл бұрын
@Jeetu Sadarangani - BMW does not use Aux for any thing, thats a free available port. To answer your question, Yes a spliter will work fine aswell.
@jeetu4444
3 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 thank u 💓
@thespecialist786
3 жыл бұрын
@Jeetu Sadarangani - Remember to Subscribe!
@redditcamp543
3 жыл бұрын
is it worth installing it just to use Waze?
@thespecialist786
3 жыл бұрын
I would save the money and use XL phone. Like Iphone Pro Max or somthing.
@socommaster
4 жыл бұрын
Where can you buy this and how hard to install?
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@gameplayer502 - Ebay have plenty available, Very Easy to install, even a monkey 🐒 can do it with the right tools.
@JayMasterz_BarberStudio
5 жыл бұрын
Hey..I'm having a lot of trouble trying to get the right car type for my 2011 535i F10 model... I don't see the car type for that in the factory settings... Also I got the mode to switch from aux to radio but now it's not switching modes anymore.... Also I can't get my idrive to communicate with the head unit.. I keep getting the no signal message as well... Help please..
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Jayson Robertson - First thing I would do is reset Android and also reset the system to factory settings. The. Take it step at a time
@JayMasterz_BarberStudio
5 жыл бұрын
The Specialist ok cool.. I got the no signal message to go away... But I haven't tried factory resetting yet.. Also my idrive is not communicating with the android head unit.. And I can't switch my modes anymore from aux and radio?
@JayMasterz_BarberStudio
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the quick response as well 😊
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Jayson Robertson - You may want to unplug the unit from the back and re insert the connector. I know the PCB connect on these screen are very fragile
@JayMasterz_BarberStudio
5 жыл бұрын
The Specialist ok.. Do you know how I get sound from Bluetooth music?
@Thisbook2022
Жыл бұрын
Newly installed and everything was working fine. Now I'm having connection problems where it's connected but I can't play music or mirror Google maps. Please help anyone?
@thespecialist786
Жыл бұрын
Reset the Android device
@Thisbook2022
Жыл бұрын
@thespecialist786 thanks mate but I found out it was the aux cable which was being squished under the glove compartment door. Moved it around, and everything started working again.
@thespecialist786
Жыл бұрын
@@Thisbook2022 usually when people say nothing has changed the first advice is reset and then trace the cables. But good you found the cause. Enjoy and please subscribe to my channel.
@socommaster
3 жыл бұрын
9:47 did you select 7 series not 5?
@thespecialist786
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comments, F10 was not in the list and the one that worked for 7 series however it makes no difference which vehicle because its only relates to the display and Idrive. My car was CIC so that worked. You may have a later model on this which may show F10 in the list.
@socommaster
3 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 thank you!
@rahmanr112
2 жыл бұрын
Do you know the password to the this exact model? I can’t seem to remember it?
@thespecialist786
2 жыл бұрын
No, You need to watch my other video where I have mentioned the password
@rahmanr112
2 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 thanks found it and was able to update the theme from CCC to NBT… does your still work? My one freezes.
@thespecialist786
2 жыл бұрын
@@rahmanr112 yes, it only freezes in HOT weather.
@socommaster
3 жыл бұрын
What are the downsides to doing this
@thespecialist786
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching my channel, There are no downsides just keep the old screen just in case. Its good toy to play in the car. Might freeze some times.
@bogdandanchici1003
4 жыл бұрын
The head up display work? With android
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@bogdan danchici - No sadly the Android is a standalone system and does not talk to the car. It just about shows fuel and speedo.
@bogdandanchici1003
4 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 i have f25 with cic navi and head up display, when i use the navi on head up display i have information when turn the direction. My question is with android screen i have the information on head up display?
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@bogdan danchici - I also have CIC and headsup display. The heads up display does not show any think other than what BMW have programed to do. Android screen does not send any signals to headsup display.
@bogdandanchici1003
4 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 thank you for the information
@albertduljaj2849
5 жыл бұрын
Hello What about the orginal usb from the car do this work 2 or?
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Albert Duljaj , USB from the car works as normal only using the original system not android. The Android system does not talk to the car infact it uses the AUX from the car to play any audio.
@albertduljaj2849
5 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 okay thanks i want buy one but if can not use the orginal usb from the car is shit but if i can change to the orginal interface its okay then when i want Android i can use this whit sd card and see video
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
Albert Duljaj , The Android system has its own USB port that you can use to upload data files etc.
@elhassanebahgua6939
4 жыл бұрын
It’s not very good I have one I would change it for an original nbt
@khatana98
4 жыл бұрын
Do you have video how to install this
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@khatana98 - Nope as there are many already on utube so I thought no to re invent the wheel. Very easy to install.
@irfanriaz8245
4 жыл бұрын
if you want Apple Carplay or Android Auto then id recommend Android/Carplay MMI. It works with your original system and controls. www.bimmer-tech.net/category-android-auto-mmi-retrofit. Most car Audio/security specialist in the UK also supply this system.
@mrinmaychoudhury2953
2 жыл бұрын
Hi. I need some help. I have just installed this today and removed it because, when connected to CarPlay I am getting no sounds. When clicking on car icon is not taking back to OEM display. Please help. Thanks
@thespecialist786
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comment, you need to set the correct car model in the Setting menu. Subscribe to my channel and watch my other video about setting up tha car model using PIN number. Car Info should take you back to the OEM screen.
@mrinmaychoudhury2953
2 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 Thanks for your reply. I have reconnected the unit & I have seen your other videos, I have tried lots of PIN’s but no luck for factory settings. Also, now I could get to the oem display and getting sounds, however, CarPlay now disappeared.
@thespecialist786
2 жыл бұрын
@@mrinmaychoudhury2953 Great, Car play is enabled via USB dongle or is it built in your model?
@mrinmaychoudhury2953
2 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 CarPlay is inbuilt. I may possibly deleted the CarPlay APK when I erased everything to factory reset.
@thespecialist786
2 жыл бұрын
@@mrinmaychoudhury2953 Okay, just reinstall the ApK again it should be fine.
@Ayyjob
5 жыл бұрын
Hello great video I installed one HU on my x1 The bluetooth doesnt work, it cant see any device and it csnt be seen Any Idea? I did a factory reset, but it didn't bring anything :( I appreciate it if you could help Thanks
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Ayb - Ben - Thank you for your positive feedback. I would try and use another phone with bluetooth to see if your using Bluetooth 4.0 or lower. Depending which one it accepts. Do you see any devices in the devices found list? If you have no luck in that then buy a bluetooth USB dongle. See link below: rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F254026479137 Also look at my video time line 8:15 and try to change the Bluetooth setting from Orignal to Arm or vice versa that may fix your issue. Afer changing the setting you will need to reboot the system or turn off the car for 5 mins to allow the system to shut off and then switch back on again. Please do Subscribe.
@Ayyjob
5 жыл бұрын
The Specialist I tried everything The bluetooth is set on Arm, The Bt module on version 6. I tried to play with the settings but I didn't wait 5mn after restart. In the settings it is mentioned Bt address unavailable! At the beginning everything was ok, I thing the problem came after in stalling a launcher. I tried a factory reset and I'm disappointed now, because not only Bt isn't working, also I got the old Formware now and I dont know how to upgrade.
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Ayb - Ben - Can you plz take out the screen and disconnect the power wires from the back. Remove the Android screen completly from the Dash so you have no wires connected to the screen and then reconnect it this will usually cure the issue because any thing stuck in memory will be cleared. I will also send you Instructions how to reset Android later. Try this for now.
@Ayyjob
5 жыл бұрын
The Specialist ok I will try
@Ayyjob
5 жыл бұрын
The Specialist , Hi I tried to change the Bt Module on Feiyitong and wait longer for a restart, now it's working, I don't know the difference between these modules honestly. Anyway, Now I would like to update the firmware or it is ok to stay with an old version?
@user-ov8ls4li1q
Жыл бұрын
Как исправить у меня отсоединилось от головного и пишется нет сигнала
@thespecialist786
12 күн бұрын
Power it down, disconnect and reconnect and do a factory reset.
@Szczebel2
4 жыл бұрын
How ypu downloading apps?
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@Rafal - Thank you for watching my channel, just connect to Wifi, create a google account if you don’t have one, open google store on the device and browse all the apps to install. This works for me👌
@yenikral0372
5 жыл бұрын
Cost ?
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
£380 / $450 as they are avilable on Ebay
@inspired_by_bimmer267
5 жыл бұрын
cheaper is in aliexpres
@dzemoilic2160
4 жыл бұрын
Where can i buy this android screen
@BayernMods
2 жыл бұрын
Check our website, please - bmods.co.uk
@butrosbutros12
5 жыл бұрын
Maybe you should learn how to use technology properly before giving such a negative comment!
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@butrosbutros12 - Thank you for your comments, perhaps you have a postive view because you just bought one. The fact is this does not work with the exisiting Dvd drive and Radio. It operates as a standalone tablet. Some may agree some may not. It does not integrated fully and also uses the Aux cable for sound. Alot of messing around before you can use it. If your happy thats good.
@butrosbutros12
5 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 Maybe I was a bit harsh with my comment, apologies. You should be able to use the CD and radio functions by going into the original car software. Personally I haven't bought a CD for probably a decade now :-)
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@butrosbutros12 - It’s okay I can see why you can get so upset but sometimes the truth hurts. I have a full Multi media system with DVD in my F10 so the plan was to install this and use the Rear View camera and Carplay and also have DVD play through the screen. So the Camera works and Car plays does not and nor does the DVD via the Andriod app. the screen Mirror option sometime works and mostly drops of and freezes. This screen is a unfinsihed product with bugs. The idea I had was to use this as a main system without going to the old CIC system. But its not possible. The screen works independent to the car hardware such as sound and DVD.
@xhimijhones717
4 жыл бұрын
its not usefull for old pepps, youth like it very much youtube and other apps are usefull not to burn cds or dvds short this is a tablet and the other one that you have original is like an old nokia phone....
@irfanriaz8245
4 жыл бұрын
I've seen many of these systems installed in friends cars.. and they all regret it as the screens are cheaply made from china and there is no software support. If you want an upgrade then i would recommend BimmerTech. www.bimmer-tech.net/products-nbt-evo-id-5-6-f10-f11-f07-f01-f02
@MyDJSNIPER
4 жыл бұрын
Seriously, what was even the point of you buying & installing this unit, you clearly don't understand how an android unit is suppose to work. yes tablets and phones use androids, so yes its basically a tablet in your dash but that gives you many options of using plenty of apps you generally wouldn't be able to using the stock system and yes obviously you need an internet connection lmao. its like buying a laptop and thinking what's the point if I have to get/pay for internet hahaha. yours clearly has a few issues and is an older model but doesn't help when you buy a no named branded one rather than one from a reliable source that will have tech help/support to guide you through any issues you may stumble upon. maybe next time do your research rather than wasting your money and complaining because your expecting water from a stone
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@DJSNIPERUK - Thank you for your kind comments. You have clearly bought one and happy with it which I am also happy for you. I do not need support nor I am asking for support. How many apps can you use while driving with a touch of a finger? Not many ! Just so you know everything is made in China no matter where you buy your stuff from some companies may offer a little help but they are all made in China. I know where your coming from but sadly tablets do not integrate with the driver. You can set up the tablet to use waze etc but then it does not play your CD’s from the same interface or use bluetooth while using your navigation. Can you show me in your system while driving using waze or Google maps how to answer a phone call and then switch back to the sat nav while in a call. I bought this to test it and also let some of my veiwers understand the pros and cons because these items take time to install. I would rather install EVO in my F10 with car play. But yes the tablet look pretty and can be used in a car park to play songs and movies. You said many options??? Can you name some that I can use while driving the car instantly with my Idrive? Clearly you have just bought yours and feel over the moon. Good for you but please don’t paint a colourful picture when it should be all in black and white.
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@Nelson Mendes - Thank you. I have don’t alot of research and the DVD amd screen are two seperate components. They can not talk to each other. The bluetooth locks the screen once you take a call and you can not change the screen while in the call using the idrive.
@swingman141414
4 жыл бұрын
This is a terrible review. I have had an android system in 2 of my vehicles an am about ot purchase the BMW. as hoping to get a good review video but this one is terrible. of course you need your data turned on. you are missing so much when you do not have your hotspot. I use my previous systems in other cars to watch videos. I have passengers that i drive around that like to watch movies and sporting events on tv. without data you are only just missing out on everything these things can do.
@thespecialist786
4 жыл бұрын
@Eric Green - Thank you for your comment, The review is 100% true. Drivers are not allowed to watch movies while driving so if that what you like, the risk is yours. If you can turn around everything I said I will remove this video from Utube. it is very obvious that when u buy something you want to make the most of it. I am showing the negatives. As a driver with no passensgers it is a pain but good to have to look at and a few other little bits. If you but a car and it only drives forward and the reverse gear does not work or works some times that known as a fault or a proto type. We are living in times where companies can release semi working items so make sure we do our research before spending your wonga. Glad you like your system. I wonder how long you have had yours? May be its the honey moon period.😀
@swingman141414
4 жыл бұрын
@@thespecialist786 i havent urchased the BMW yet. but as for android systems i have had 2. a 4.4 kit kat version and a 6.0 version. as you can see with the firmware types that they are really old. and both of them still hold up. but like i said, and i can agree to a certain point. if you arent planning on having wifi in the vehicle, then there is no use for this system. but i have wifi in my vehicles, it works great for not only netflix and my tv apps and amazon video and hulu etc, but also works wel with spotify. the wifi is really important if you want to make use of the whole thing. not to mention there are launchers that make the viewing and usage a lot easier. i use one called Car Launcher Pro. works well
@slcarsuk
5 жыл бұрын
Looks trash tbh. Not integrated well
@thespecialist786
5 жыл бұрын
@Villainous foreigner- Thank you for your comment, yes its not the best of systems. Rather wait and get a new model F10 or G20. These cheap unbranded systems just look gokd on paper.
@teradac2
3 жыл бұрын
My Gosh you sound like a moaner. It's two seconds to put your hotspot on. In addition it's an android so majority would run on internet. I've had one on VW and it's bloody brilliant. I've seen many reviews for BMW head sets and most are positive reviews. Stop moaning lol
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