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      06-19-2016, 03:54 PM   #23
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I'm in line for a July/August build date, so ACP may or may not be ready yet. Any thoughts about viability of retrofitting on a 2017, so with the new idrive? I'm not sure I want to wait an extra month or two.
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      06-20-2016, 04:25 AM   #24
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The Canadian 2017 M2 doc floating around says that there will be an FOC retrofit for July/August builds.

What isn't clear though is if there will be any additional hardware that needs to be specified (wireless changing and enhanced bluetooth perhaps...?) before this can be done.

Or is it just a firmware change...?

Who knows?

My dealer can't even see it as an option yet so totally in the dark on this side of the pond.
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      06-20-2016, 12:31 PM   #25
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When will LED headlights be an option?
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      06-23-2016, 08:20 PM   #26
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Production week 29, so presumably I will be too early for ACP, but I'm counting on that Canadian intel re retrofitting!
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      06-25-2016, 12:00 PM   #27
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Okay, just placed an order [my third attempt] for a 2017 230. Manual Trans, M-Sport, THP, Harman Kardon and heated seats. Dealership agreed to 5% off and whatever Military discount is available during the month of delivery. So, hopefully this one will stick. They feel confident it will be a September delivery.
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      07-02-2016, 04:42 PM   #28
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      07-06-2016, 04:03 PM   #29
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I think we have to wait until the LCI. These are only engine only updates.
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      07-07-2016, 03:32 PM   #30
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Any word on ACP being wireless? I doubt it but know it's possible.
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      07-07-2016, 06:49 PM   #31
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I would be surprised if it's not supported considering it became available with iOS 9. However it does require both Bluetooth and Wifi. I'm not sure if both features are standard in all counties for 2017 MY.
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      07-09-2016, 11:41 PM   #32
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I would be surprised if it's not supported considering it became available with iOS 9. However it does require both Bluetooth and Wifi. I'm not sure if both features are standard in all counties for 2017 MY.
On my vehicle inquiry report after ordering my USDM M240i, it says WiFi Hotspot as a feature. Maybe ACP will be wireless after all. Possibly why BMW didn't include ACP till now? Didn't want the wires?
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      07-10-2016, 11:07 AM   #33
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Yes, it will most likely require 6WD Wifi Hotspot which it looks like it's under 6NW Wireless charging (in the US) and ZTV Smartphone Connectivity package (in Canada).

Builds with 6CP Apple CarPlay but not 6NW, I'm guessing will require a Lightning connector (which should work in all cases).
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      07-10-2016, 09:30 PM   #34
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Yes, it will most likely require 6WD Wifi Hotspot which it looks like it's under 6NW Wireless charging (in the US) and ZTV Smartphone Connectivity package (in Canada).

Builds with 6CP Apple CarPlay but not 6NW, I'm guessing will require a Lightning connector (which should work in all cases).
You sure?

This link doesn't imply WiFi is required for wireless CarPlay
http://www.howtoisolve.com/how-to-se...6s-plus-ios-9/

Waiting until my dealer tells me I can order with 6CP, would prefer not to have 6NW if I don't need it.

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      07-10-2016, 09:33 PM   #35
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I'm not sure. It could be that 6CP comes with wifi (without the hotspot). It's also possible that 6CP requires a wired connection without the 6NW option.
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      07-10-2016, 09:47 PM   #36
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I'm not sure. It could be that 6CP comes with wifi (without the hotspot). It's also possible that 6CP requires a wired connection without the 6NW option.
That would make more sense -- perhaps the option cost is for whatever Wi-Fi chip is required to make it work.

The only thing that wouldn't make sense to me is if it forces the phone to connect to a Wi-Fi network for it work--that might create some weird network trickery for my phone to continue to access the internet -> Phone via Wi-Fi to car, back to phone via Bluetooth network sharing, out to internet.

Hoping it's not that but I guess we'll find out soon. Having such a small amount of information available makes me want to know even more!
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      07-10-2016, 10:02 PM   #37
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Yeah I'm curious too. If it helps, I know that wireless CarPlay uses Bluetooth for discovery but after that, Wifi to stream content to the screen.
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      07-10-2016, 10:25 PM   #38
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I ordered 6NW and 6WD was just there (not sure which package included it, guessing the Nav package) so if wireless ACP is an option, my car should have it. If nobody else posts it before I take delivery I will be sure to post a small review or video. I'm sure a lot of people are interested in figuring it out so we should have the answer soon.
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      07-11-2016, 09:09 AM   #39
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6NW adds 6WD and ZEB to the order.
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      07-11-2016, 09:30 AM   #40
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I ordered 6NW and 6WD was just there (not sure which package included it, guessing the Nav package) so if wireless ACP is an option, my car should have it. If nobody else posts it before I take delivery I will be sure to post a small review or video. I'm sure a lot of people are interested in figuring it out so we should have the answer soon.
You'll need 6CP as well, but the sheets I have say Start of production for this option is 08/16
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      07-11-2016, 08:46 PM   #41
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You'll need 6CP as well, but the sheets I have say Start of production for this option is 08/16
Yes I chose 6CP.
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      07-14-2016, 02:33 AM   #42
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Yes I chose 6CP.
Oh really? Did they confirm an order/build/VIN for you? I might have to make a trip to my dealer finally... they said they would call me when they can actually order it with 6CP specified and I'm fearful they'll just give the build spot away.

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      07-14-2016, 11:28 PM   #43
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Oh really? Did they confirm an order/build/VIN for you? I might have to make a trip to my dealer finally... they said they would call me when they can actually order it with 6CP specified and I'm fearful they'll just give the build spot away.

No confirmation yet, they said once it begins productions I will receive that information. I was told they would call me when I can place the order as well, but I had to actually call them and ask until they finally said that they now could. I guess I wasn't top priority because of my age. Just be a little aggressive.
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      07-15-2016, 04:13 AM   #44
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Instructions on how to use CarPlay are listed in the Manual for my VIN I downloaded on the BMW "Driver's Guide" app.

I wasn't able to specify Carplay ( and the UK configuration still does not list it as available).

What I do have is the enhanced bluetooth with wireless charging and WLAN hotspot combo... WLAN definitely appears to be required for the CarPlay Integration.

Hopefully my car will be with me in a couple of weeks so I'll be able to experiment.

It may be that for it to be enabled will require a firmware update to the car in September or it may be good to go when I get it...
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