Installing a HUGE 12.3in Touchscreen Head Unit With Carplay/Android Auto & 4G/WIFI In My BMW!!!
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Finally, the head unit that my 5 Series BMW has always deserved. If you're looking for the ultimate touch screen display to add Android Auto and Apple Carplay to your vehicle, look no further. All original functionality as well as steering wheel controls, reverse cam and iDrive system work flawlessly with this upgrade. Made for many makes and models with 4G and WIFI capabilities, this unit adds everything that your vehicle has been missing. Especially if your BMW was affected by the recent discontinuation of the 3G subscription and is unable to retrofit to 4G.
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Nice dude, went with insane audio myself with my Jeep. It's touchscreen, full android and large screen. Couldn't be happier with the upgrade!
Yeah, I've always been into modding audio, but I haven't touched my stock system in my bimmer because it's already dope. When they canceled the 3g I was like, yep, time to upgrade.
@@Scantron5k I hear you man, have to hate when they take crap away from your toys!
I just dropped in to say, Tasker is a fantastic addon to any android device
Even if you think you don't need it, someday you will
Mostly, it's when you have those, "my phone should do this (or that)..." moments & you realize, IT DOESN'T
If you're fortunate enough to have a Samsung phone (not sure Galaxy class required) you can accomplish that Hotspot Toggle upon specific BlueTooth connect natively via Bixby Routines in under 5 minutes
Awesome video
I'm envious
😂😉😎
Regarding the questions about full screen display while using wireless Carplay/Android Auto. The units are set to display full screen wireless right out of the box, however mine was windowed in this review. All you have to do is go into settings and uncheck the "HD" option and wireless will run in full screen.
Such a dope upgrade… whoever made this is hella smart!!
China. lol These things are a literal game changer in Bimmers
i just ordered one for a 2022 civic that looks exactly the same, and probably is beyond the specialized adapters to make it fit
Yooo I'm watching this vid and can't help but think, "If it can be taken apart, Scan gonna do something to it." My guy will take apart and put together anything. Been like that since day one huh? Got that BM dub looking good now with that screen in there bro. Apple car play and Android auto on deck exactly how it should be. #nice
Digging the fresh fade as well. That doesn't go unnoticed.😁
@@dthomasfromnc hahaha my man. Should I throw a megacade in the whip? We can call it a "bimmercade."
@@Scantron5k 🤣🤣🤣name suits it perfectly
I love how fast it came up.
Dope. So much conflicting info online. I wanted to buy one of these but heard all audio would have to be played through aux and connect through aux cable in the arm rest.
Only if you have the cic version for nbt version you dont need the aux cable.
Great video! Thanks for posting.
Why was the resolution different on the wireless android auto? When wired it filled the whole screen but wireless it had black bars on either side. Im excited because mine should be arriving today!
The company has fixed this from what I understand. I only use wired.
Sweet car, pulls a little to the left at about 90…
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DOPE ASF thanks!
thank you for the information on display, would you happen to know if the display works in conjunction with your heads up display when you use navigation.
No problem. I can confirm that the navigation while using Android auto does not display on the heads up display.
What the name of the product
Looks awesome thanks for the video. It looked quite bright at night compared to the dashboard cluster, does it automatically adjust brightness based on day or night?
Hey man, thanks for the comment. The answer is yes, it absolutely automatically dims at night and it seems that is controlled by the stock system. Not sure why it may have looked bright in the review but I did have my garage lights on at night when I was trying to film a lot of it.
TH-cam video play is not fullscreen why can't you pitch to zoom ?
I am looking for a head unit upgrade for my 2018 honda accord ex-l, looking for on board gps, wireless android auto, better sound, and something keeps all original oem car features. can someone point me in the right direction???
Brilliant video, I'm sure it will translate to the UK equivalent.
But wiring and everything, it's a clear and concise vid.
This is my next upgrade to my beemer..
Cheers matey..👍🏻
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Bro mine does this weird thing where I’m listing to random fm all my speakers for on my x6m when I use Bluetooth calls TH-cam listing music only my right speakers work please need help
Do all the items you displayed in the unboxing section come stock? When I went to their website, I couldn’t find information on ‘what’s included in the box”. They also show a bunch of add-on upgrade and extras for additional fees, which some do resemble to what you have unboxed. Just curious if you got those items as an add-on or they come standard with the order.
I think I opted for a couple of upgrades, but it's been a while and I can't quite remember. One of them was the optional Wi-Fi antenna I think? Which I don't even use. Another one was the mid-grade processor I think. I didn't buy the absolute base, but they're pretty much all the same.
Thanks for the video
Just a quick question about the Tasker App, do you download the app to your phone or the head unit?
Just to my phone.
What version of dashboard is this? I have seen clean flat ones. The media one woth the arch in the middle. But this one is so clean with aftermarket screens. Is this a E90 dash? Or possible fit?
Thanks man. And I'm honestly not sure.
Good content.
Hey did you ever workout a boot logo I’m useless with this stuff but installed the same head unit but would love a bmw m boot logo
I never followed up on it. I know it's possible but I never tried. If you end up getting a BMW logo, by all means drop me a comment and let me know what you did lol.
Ha! Infant annihilator is the shit!
Nice catch yo 👊
Hi im thinking about ordering either this unit or the Hifimax S685 the new 12.3" for my 09 F01 7 series do you know anyone whos installed this unit in a 7 series FO1 CIC?
Hey man, wish I could help but I do not know anyone personally who has installed it in a 7 series. But I can tell you that this head unit is the real deal.
@@Scantron5k OK thanks right quick tho do they make one for F01 CIC model 7 series? I already know I about the AUX and all...imma have everything ran into the armrest where the Aux is and make sure the wires are tucked so I'm fine with that I just want to make sure the headunit I get does what it's suppose to do without alot of trouble shooting.
You were talking about the Tasker app what exactly is that for? I'm asking like that because I'm having a dedicated mobile hotspot installed with that being said will I still have a problem with this unit automatically connecting via wifi when the car is started? The mobile hotspot will power on when the car is started so once this unit receives the signal will it connect automatically or do I have to switch to the android system then manually connect it? Any help or advice you can give would be great even if you have the link to buy the model for the 7 series if possible. Thanks
@@marcelauthorlee8322 I'm not sure about the model for the 7 series but I'm sure that they make one. When you use my link to go to their site, just search the make and model of your car to make sure you're buying the right unit. As for the hotspot, you won't need to worry about the Tasker app if you have a hotspot. It will automatically turn on in your unit will automatically connect to the Wi-Fi every time you turn it on. You don't really need a hotspot though, I was testing the ability of the head unit to use hotspot but when you connect using Android auto or apple carplay, it will automatically use your phone's data service to run the head unit using carplay. You can use it wirelessly or via USB.
Keep in mind that if you're going to use the hotspot, it's still will only use car play or Android auto if you connect your phone wirelessly or via usb. All the hotspot will do will essentially connect the unit to Wi-Fi and you can use it as a tablet. Meaning you can watch netflix, browse Facebook and whatnot on it. I don't really use it for those things so I find that using Wireless or wired Android auto or car play is fine.
@@marcelauthorlee8322 oh, and I don't have to use an auxiliary in my center console. The wiring harness that comes with the unit is connected behind the head unit and everything is all encompassed in the wiring harness. I know some models require the auxiliary to be plugged in somewhere but mine is already baked into the wiring harness so no extra steps there.
@@Scantron5k Yea you have that direct connect the real plug and play in your car some of us aren't that lucky lol but I don't mind the aux plug cuz like I said imma have it all tucked lol.
The reason for the mobile hotspot is not only for the headunit my headrest monitors connect to wifi too to access FB the Gram and the like. So if this headunit will automatically connect that's fine there are other apps and stuff that I would be content using for navigation and things like that. I should still be able to use Spotify and Panador for my music right?
By the way I really appreciate you taking out the time to answer my questions. The headunit will be the finial piece in my set up I have everything else already so I'm trying to make the best decision with that. Thanks again for your help @Scantron5k
Thinking about getting this. Are you still satisfied? Does it show an android logo every time you turn your car on? Does the audio from android auto seem to be the same as it was before? A little worried going aftermarket.
Yes, I love it. As far as a boot screen, you can set it with several pre-loaded options but if you want an Android logo or maybe the logo of the make of your car, you might have to get one from the manufacturer or somebody else online. And yeah, the sound is the same. At least in my opinion it is. It really is a nice, clean head unit.
Hey man, thanks for the video. No Aux needed for NBT?
No but yes… I believe the aux is included in the wiring harness cluster if I remember correctly. However, it's definitely not used separately outside if the the harness. It's completely hidden in the dash.
@@Scantron5k thanks
Hi, the hotspot connection thing, is just to be able to use the app with internet on the screen ? If we use only with CarPlay / Android auto, data from hotspot or GPS antenna is not required right ? It uses directly from the phone ? Those are required if you launch google maps directly from the screen without the help of Android Auto ? Thanks !
Correct. You don't have to use the mobile hotspot feature as connecting either wirelessly or wired USB and using carplay or Android auto will use the data from your phone to run those programs on the head unit. I did away with using the hotspot thing after testing it and reviewing this in the video as I don't need it with Android Auto.
@@Scantron5k thanks !
Can you use a Y split rca video cable for the reverse camera for the head unit
I'm honestly not sure, but I don't think so. The wiring harness plugs into the OEM system and all functionality is the same as it was with your iDrive system.
Thank you
I got one recently and it works great but mine doesn't switch back to the original oem software when i hold the menu button. It was worked once randomly but since then when i switch to oem system screen just turns black. Does anyone know how to fix this
You can try a factory reset or you can reach out to the manufacturer and see if they will exchange it for a new one.
Is it possible to split screen youtube and google maps?
I think so, but you'd have to use the tether hack that I cover in the video. It would be like being on wifi instead of carplay/android auto.
do you need wifi hotspot on if you are using wireless android auto?
Nope. Wireless Android auto works just fine without Wi-Fi hotspot.
@@Scantron5k thanks! I was wondering if i should do the tasker thing /w google map or use android auto
@@jonot8547 when I originally shot this video, I thought I would use the hotspot way more. I find that I just use Android auto exclusively now.
@@Scantron5k hmm interesting how come? thanks btw
Did you have to install the aux to keep the sound ?
It's all included in the wiring harness that plugs directly into the OEM harness.
@@Scantron5k I know it comes with one I was asking do you have to use it in order to keep the sound for the android side I’ve read that before that’s why I asked
Have you experienced any ghost touches?
Not at all.
@@Scantron5k I have the same one and I'm getting ghost touches. I've even updated it with the latest firmware provided by the seller on AliExpress. Do you know or have any advice how to resolve this?
@@ZaxokaRengin sorry man. Wish I could help. I did not purchase mine from AliExpress so I'm not sure how to advise.
I installed the same on my bmw e87 but have sound problems if I play music from my phone thrue the android display or from youtube the sound is distorted and have a buzzing în the speakers
Any one have a clue how can I fix this?
I bought the ground loop but to no success.
I wish I had an answer for you, but I'm wondering if it might be the unit itself. Have you contacted them to see about a warranty exchange?
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Did you have to use the AUx to armrest or did it work without it?
No. It works without it.
@Scantron5k will I have to do something different in an E60 (CIC)?
I installed something similar in my F82, but when I use the voice button on the steering wheel when in Android mode it still activates the iDrive voice commands. Does yours work properly?
Yes, mine works properly but keep in mind, the Android system is not meant to be integrated with the iDrive system. They are two totally different operating systems. So if you push the microphone button on your steering wheel, it is going to use your stock iDrive controls.
Ahh ok, got it. Is the best method for voice commands Google Assistant then using "Ok Google"?
@@Jaiz3r0 yes, either that or just tapping the microphone button on your screen when you're using carplay.
Another quick question. Does your weather widget update, or does it stay stuck on Washington? Mine sometimes updates, other times it just stays stuck. I've got a 3D lock in the GPS test app.
@@Jaiz3r0 I've only messed with the widget once or twice. I actually never use it to be honest so I wouldn't be able to confirm one way or the other.
Just got this and the unit does not shut off when i turn the car off
Also it does not auto vonnect to the reverse camera unless you are in oem mode
Also the idrive controller does not work with the android screen any fixes?
Weird… I don't have either of these issues. My reverse camera will override everything as soon as it's put in Reverse. Are you sure you wired everything in correctly? I don't have any problems with mine shutting off either.
Hey I have the same thing my idrive don’t work and I have a code the says sienten restraint too can’t you guys help me thanks
@@miguelrosario6485 I don't have this issue. I would contact the sellers and they can advise.
@@miguelrosario6485its been 8months, have you fixed it?
Why is android auto on wireless only like half the screen :o ??
That has been fixed with an update. I typically use it wired anyway because a wired connection is always quicker.
Hi, is it compatible with CAMP2 headunit ?
I honestly don't know.
Hi, does the screen wobble when driving on the road?
or is it firm like a rock?
It's rock solid. I actually secured a small piece of foam rubber behind the head unit between the dash in order to take any and all potential play out of the equation.
@@Scantron5k I wish you could do the install for me man
i have to look up a garage to have them install for me because im very bad with cars
@@qaching yeah man I hear ya.
@@Scantron5k Also is it rock solid because you pushed the screen all the way down/in?
because i have the same bracket as yours (except for the 2 hooks that looks a little different, but the 4 holes are the same)
@@qaching yeah, it is slid all the way down on the bracket. I also used another piece behind it against the dash to further secure it.
Will it fit 2012-2015 650i F13
Follow the link in my description. It will take you to the website where you can check the make and model of your vehicle to make sure it fits.
Is this in QLED?
Honestly, not sure.
You can get youtube on Android auto.
"the GPS antenna is doing its job". But if you are in carplay/android auto, the GPS data is coming from your phones GPS chip. The GPS antenna from the device would only be in use if you use the on board software. I never would so that be a pointless installation for me
Perhaps I should have showcased this a bit more when I was using my Wi-Fi tethering. The GPS antenna also did its job when it was using the Wi-Fi tether and I pulled up Google Maps that way as well.
Damn I thought Tesla harness clips were some dumb shit, those BMW ones give me anxiety
That's half the reason why I never wanted to fuck with the stock system.
I have 2012 535i xdrive is it NBT or CIC help please @scantron5k
Sweet car monitor!!! It is bigger than our home TV!!!
LMFAO!
damn finally someone who goes Into details. Really good video!
Lol thanks bro 👊
Yes, details. Thank you!!
All jokes aside, plug n play harnesses are the only way to fly! Friends don’t let friends use T-taps
Dude, amen.
My cousin recently relocated to the PNW
She had a defunct Parrot & SiriusXM radio somehow still attached
She got an android headunit, which accomplishes all of that (& MORE)
I was on the phone with her when her installer said, it'll be $300 more to uninstall those devices
He explained wires had been spliced inorder to install, etc
I asked her to put me on speaker
I said, each of those units are plug-n-play. Connectivity is achieved via wiring harnesses. While you have the dashboard open, all you have to do is unplug those devices & pull the harnesses
I don't think the installer liked me
I didn't like him, either
I told her to get another opinion
She did
They always try to finesse.
12.3 display is Amazing
hmmm, i know what santas bring me and the x5 this year.. thanks for sharing and your insights fella your a star, best review i've seen tasker was a great tip too, need to look into that.
Glad you enjoyed it. Link to buy us in the description 👊
What brand is the product
I have a similar install in my 2018 Honda Accord. My camera doesn't come up when I shift into reverse and my volume controls aren't working. Any ideas?
@@cdubbington man I wish I could help. Have you tried uninstalling and reinstalling the wiring harness?
@@Scantron5k yeah, I checked all of the connections. Everything else works. 🤔 Thanks.
Did your car have the HUD and will this work with the OEM HUD?
Yes, I have the HUD. However, when using navigation, etc on this head unit OS, it will not show the data on the HUD. But, normal things like speed limit and whatnot are always displayed. And of course, if you decide to use the head unit as a larger touch screen with the stock iDrive system, the HUD will display everything the way that it always has. You can switch back and forth between interfaces by holding the menu button for 3 seconds.
Hi I did it exactly like you however my problem is that I cant return to the Original OS to make the last adjustments there (Audio Output). The OG Radio is playing but I cant make it output from Screen (I mean the screens commands and then outputting in Car Audio of course). Long Press on Menu gets me a blackscreen and so does the menu point "MyCar" Any idea?
Yeah that's really weird. I would suggest, as big of pain in the ass as is, to disconnect the wiring harness and reconnect it before you button everything up and see if it resets. If not I would just reach out to the seller and see what they suggest. If it's a bad unit I'm sure they'll replace it but hopefully it's not that.
@@Scantron5k oh no.. you really think it has to do with the connection? The connection which is responsible for the interaction of screen and NBT System is the ldvs 6-pin right?
@@cokakada1189 I'm pretty sure, but it's worth a shot.
@@Scantron5k I just realized all the car functions, like km/h, kilometeres driven, parking sensors work fine with the android 13 OS.. If sound worked I wouldnt even bother that I cant go to the original OS.. but this means that the board computer is actually well connected to the android screen right?
@@cokakada1189 I would assume so, but I would probably disconnect everything and reseat the wiring harness back together and test it again if you have the time.
does the cd player still work even with this new unit?
@@daysrays3987 absolutely.
@@Scantron5k great thanks
Hello Bro, can please show me which TASKER APPS you are using..
Thank You!
Please what is the password for the WiFi antenna?
by the way, do u know what sim card the touch screen is supposed to use?? i keep getting a " no sim detected message'plz help i need the internet on mine!!
Damn man I wish I knew. I don't use a sim in mine. You can enable wireless hotspot on your phone and share data and it'll work exactly the same.
ok soo i got rid of the sim and bought a tmobile hot spot, now my issue is that when the zlink app starts carplay it automaticly turns off my internet connection, why wont the internet stay connected when that app starts up? is there any way to stop that an leave my connection on all the time
@@triggz3453 you may want to try using it as a tablet online without carplay. But that might defeat the purpose of what you're trying to do.
Keep in mind, you can activate a mobile hotspot on your phone without buying a stand-alone hotspot. I'm sure your phone has that capability. I guess big question is, If you're trying to use carplay, you don't need internet because the phone is already providing it. That's just the way the interface works, but you will be limited to the features of carplay as it is supposed to be safe for driving. But if you're looking to watch movies on netflix or browse social sites when parked, you need to leave carplay unplugged and just use it as an online tablet.
that's the thing carplay starts automatically, is there a way to turn it off manually
@@triggz3453 you probably have the settings aligned to make sure that car play starts on boot. Play around with the settings and make sure that it only turns on if you connect it or plug it in directly.
Thanks for the video, its very helpful. For data connection you have to use the Tasker app to enable the hot spot etc. Is it an option to just add a data SIM to the screen, as it has the provision of a SIM slot on the side and just use the always-on data? If yes, any reason you chose to go the other route?
Yes, you can use SIM. I chose the other route because I didn't want to pay for an additional connected data line on my plan.
How did you put it all back in? there is no room behind the head unit for the large connector and the wires are too short to put it anywhere else. Any suggestions?
I didn't have an issue with that tbh. Seemed to fit just fine. Wish I could help.
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Hello, im searching for a display to buy for my CIC 2010 5 series but im not sure which brand to buy, this one( this model but cic version) seems like a high quality one, now a year later, would you still recommend it?
Yes, absolutely. It's a great head unit. Link to buy is in my description.
@@Scantron5k have you tried the apple carplay? If yes how is it? Any ghost touches? Sound still the same?
Thanks
@@x3vale828 yes, I have tested the car play. Everything works just fine.
Any issues with the built-in mic? People often say I sound like paper is covering the mic. Did you connect an external mic? On my harness I only have the male mic in jack.
Please advise,
Sorry man, I've never used it.
@@Scantron5k You use the OEM mic?
@@kdog2673 nope. I just use a earpiece or a headset.
great vid💪🏾💯‼️
Any issues or lose of sound quality via AUX and the Andriod playback? or the same (I have HK audio and hope to not loose quality).
Nope. I've never had an issue with it and it sounds great.
@@Scantron5k dude you reply very quickly, thank you! :) kudos to u.
@@focusmicro no problem just make sure that when you buy one, you buy it through the link that I provided in the description lol!
How do you know what version you have nbt or cic?
I'm pretty sure it cuts off at a certain year.
Its only wired Carplay/Android Auto and not WIFI & Wired Carplay/Android Auto?
There is wireless AA and CP is that's what you're asking.
@@Scantron5k ah ok, odd why they give option to add Cp and aa wired and wireless as an extra for this product, if it already comes with it.
@@focusmicro no idea. But I can tell you that it has both features.
@@Scantron5k thanks very much!
did you have to run the aux wire to use the audio in the car ?
Nope. It's all part of the harness.
@@Scantron5k thank you