{"title":"BMW iDrive Upgrades","description":"\u003cp\u003eMake an older BMW feel years newer without changing the screen. Move from the iDrive 4 or iDrive 5 interface to \u003cstrong\u003eiDrive 6\u003c\/strong\u003e, update to the latest OEM firmware for \u003cstrong\u003efullscreen CarPlay\u003c\/strong\u003e, or unlock \u003cstrong\u003eVideo in Motion\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOn iDrive 4 (NBT EVO):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bmw-nbt-evo-idrive-4-to-idrive-6-apple-carplay-oem\"\u003eiDrive 4 to iDrive 6 upgrade + CarPlay\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOn iDrive 5, want the iDrive 6 look only:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/idrive-5-to-idrive-6-coding\"\u003eiDrive 5 to iDrive 6 coding\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOld software, split screen CarPlay:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/idrive-firmware-update-apple-carplay-fullscreen\"\u003efirmware update + fullscreen CarPlay\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything here uses your factory BMW head unit and OEM BMW software. To find your version, go to Navigation, Options, Settings, Position \u0026amp; Version History, Version, or send us a photo of that screen and your VIN via our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bmw-nbt-evo-idrive-4-to-idrive-6-apple-carplay-oem","title":"BMW NBT EVO iDrive 4 to iDrive 6 Upgrade + Fullscreen CarPlay","description":"\u003cp\u003eStill on the old iDrive 4 interface? We upgrade NBT EVO head units to \u003cstrong\u003eiDrive 6\u003c\/strong\u003e and activate \u003cstrong\u003eOEM Apple CarPlay in fullscreen\u003c\/strong\u003e, all in one remote session. The setup is built for stable fullscreen CarPlay without random reboots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBimmer Drive is based in Australia and works on AEST, but we're flexible with session times to suit you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCheck your firmware version\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the iDrive go to \u003cstrong\u003eNavigation → Options → Settings → Position \u0026amp; Version History → Version\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll see a code starting with \u003ccode\u003eNBTEvo_\u003c\/code\u003e. This upgrade suits \u003cstrong\u003eNBTEvo_A, C, D, E and F\u003c\/strong\u003e. All regions are supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn ENET cable (OBD2 to Ethernet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Windows PC, or a Mac running Windows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt least 30GB of free storage on your computer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA battery charger or battery support while programming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA WiFi antenna installed in the car (see below)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the WiFi antenna\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can use an OEM BMW WiFi antenna such as \u003cstrong\u003epart number 61119278133\u003c\/strong\u003e, or a suitable aftermarket FAKRA WiFi antenna. The antenna is \u003cstrong\u003enot included\u003c\/strong\u003e and needs to be bought separately. We can send installation instructions, and if you're unsure what your car has, just message us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow the session works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter booking, we send you the software and setup instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou install everything on your computer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur technician connects remotely using TeamViewer and completes the upgrade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole process usually takes around \u003cstrong\u003e1 hour\u003c\/strong\u003e from start to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible vehicles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour car needs \u003cstrong\u003eNBT EVO running iDrive 4\u003c\/strong\u003e, usually found in selected late 2015 and early 2016 BMWs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e F20, F21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e F22, F23\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e F30, F31\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4 Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e F32, F33, F36\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM models:\u003c\/strong\u003e F80 M3, F82 M4, F83 M4, F87 M2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready on iDrive 5? 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Then:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopy the file to a USB stick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug the USB into your car\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet the activation finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupported video formats\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMP4, AVI, MKV, MPG\u003c\/strong\u003e and other common formats, up to \u003cstrong\u003e1080p\u003c\/strong\u003e depending on your head unit and the file.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNBT running iDrive 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNBT EVO running iDrive 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNBT EVO running iDrive 6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat covers many BMWs built from about \u003cstrong\u003e2013 to 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the head unit fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant fullscreen CarPlay as well? 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We update your BMW to the \u003cstrong\u003elatest compatible OEM iDrive firmware\u003c\/strong\u003e and set up \u003cstrong\u003elifetime fullscreen Apple CarPlay\u003c\/strong\u003e in the same remote session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003eNBT EVO and EntryNav2\u003c\/strong\u003e systems running \u003cstrong\u003eiDrive 5 or iDrive 6\u003c\/strong\u003e, with 6.5, 8.8 or 10.25 inch screens (subject to head unit compatibility).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiDrive firmware update to the latest compatible stable OEM release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifetime Apple CarPlay activation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFullscreen Apple CarPlay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiDrive 5 to iDrive 6 interface upgrade, where supported\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAndroid screen mirroring, on compatible NBT EVO systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVideo in Motion, on supported NBT EVO cars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote install and setup by our technician\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCheck your current software version\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the iDrive go to \u003cstrong\u003eNavigation → Options → Settings → Position \u0026amp; Version History → Version\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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After purchase we book a session, you connect your BMW to your laptop with an ENET cable, and our technician remotely runs the firmware update and sets up your features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually \u003cstrong\u003e30 to 60 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e, sometimes longer depending on the car, software version and your internet or computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA BMW compatible ENET cable (OBD2 to Ethernet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Windows laptop, or a Mac running Windows through Parallels or Boot Camp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbout 20GB of free storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA reliable internet connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA battery charger or programming power supply, strongly recommended while flashing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA WiFi antenna fitted to the head unit (\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wifi-antenna\"\u003eget one here\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWiFi antenna\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWireless CarPlay needs a compatible WiFi antenna. If your car already has \u003cstrong\u003efactory CarPlay, even in split screen\u003c\/strong\u003e, you normally already have it. Not sure? Send us your VIN and we'll check before your appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready on current firmware and just want CarPlay? See our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bmw-carplay-fullscreen-activation\"\u003eCarPlay activation for NBT EVO\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNot sure if your BMW is compatible?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSend us your \u003cstrong\u003eVIN, model and year, a photo of your iDrive menu and your software version\u003c\/strong\u003e through our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact page\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll confirm the right upgrade before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll firmware used is OEM BMW software. 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Our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/idrive-firmware-update-apple-carplay-fullscreen\"\u003efirmware upgrade + fullscreen CarPlay\u003c\/a\u003e includes the iDrive 6 look where supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBooking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased in Australia and coding remotely worldwide. We work on AEST, with flexible times to suit your time zone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bimmer Drive","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50526111039700,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0857\/8492\/0276\/files\/NBTEVOID4_ID6_APPLECARPLAY_6.png?v=1792328090"}],"url":"https:\/\/bimmerdrive.com\/collections\/idrive-upgrades.oembed","provider":"Bimmer Drive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}