iPhone

the_saint_2k · 10-15-2010, 01:02 PM

When you got your M3 with the iPhone integration option, did it come with the snap in adapter/cradle that goes in the arm rest?

I checked off the option for $150, it shows it on my sticker, but there is no actual cradle with the car... should I have gotten one?

Thanks

Jim

sameh · 10-15-2010, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by the_saint_2k

When you got your M3 with the iPhone integration option, did it come with the snap in adapter/cradle that goes in the arm rest?

I checked off the option for $150, it shows it on my sticker, but there is no actual cradle with the car... should I have gotten one?

Thanks

Jim

I had the same problem. during my 1200 service I asked if they can build one inside the arm rest to replace the connection cord, they said if it doesn't come with it, it'll cost me $500 to do so!!!!

the_saint_2k · 10-15-2010, 01:10 PM

I have the connections that something attaches too, there is just a blank plate snapped in there now... it is pre-wired, but the dealer is telling me there is another part I need... hadn't heard that before.

sameh · 10-15-2010, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by the_saint_2k

I have the connections that something attaches too, there is just a blank plate snapped in there now... it is pre-wired, but the dealer is telling me there is another part I need... hadn't heard that before.

I know, I have the same connections but that's not enough for them to just snap the adaptor in. we were victems of sales persons who didn't know what they are talking about. the guy assured me before I buy the car that it's not a problem and they'll throw the adaptor in free of charge. turns out they can't.

Shiftinggearz · 10-15-2010, 02:23 PM

I ordered my car with this option as well. My understanding is that the option allows for the prewiring. due to the fact that there are many types of phones out there, you have to purchase the appropriate adapter for the phone you have. They quoted me 115.00 for the adapter for the Droid X. I havent purchased this yet, but i think it is a sham to have to purchase the option, then purchase the adapter. BMW just making money i guess.

NYCMCBM3 · 10-15-2010, 02:26 PM

yeah , they you need to buy another snap in adapter for your model phone, im still waiting for them to make a iphone 4 adapter, so far i wasted $350 ( i think it was 350 maybe it was 500) for that option

_Jono_ · 10-15-2010, 02:45 PM

Do not buy the iphone adapter thing if you have an iphone 4... because apple switched it so only the new adapters without the clips work...an bmw gives the special adapter.. but it has clips. theirfore it doesnt work...

///M Rakete · 10-15-2010, 11:09 PM

6NF, Smartphone Integration, merely wires the car for a snap-in cradle in the center console. This cradle provides power, antenna connection to the shark fin (of questionable value since in many cases phones don't have RF output and so an inductive re-radiator is used), and USB connection (in addition to the one that comes as part of 6FL, iPod/USB, a required prerequisite).

A snap-in cradle appropriate for the model of phone to be used is still required and must be purchased separately. The cost varies because the nature and complexity of the cradle varies.

There is no iPhone 4 cradle as of yet (unless it was literally announced in the last few days).

sig5x · 10-16-2010, 08:17 PM

The phone-specific cradle is not included with the car. It only comes with the dock and a blank cover.

I didn't expect this as after checking off the smart phone integration and iPod option, I thought for sure the cradle was included. But it is not.

I bought a used cradle from the Classifieds here for my 3G iPhone and it works great. I do perceive better signal strength when using the cradle.

Tio///M · 10-17-2010, 07:52 AM

To the OP you just remove the clear tray or dust like cover and snap it the adaptor you bought from you me. Send me Pic on PM and I'll confirm for you. If you checked the smartphone option and the 6NF you should be good to go for the iPhone.

Looper · 10-27-2010, 02:01 PM

Another feature of this car I didn't know about, I just plug my iphone4 into the cord in the console if I want to listen the itunes...... The whole blue tooth thing is scary though especially when the girlfriend calls and the wifes in the car........ Not good!...... So can you text and access all the iphone features if you have an adapter? You figure that the sales freak would have pointed out some of these items at purchase but my guy had been selling ox carts or something and didn't know his ass from a hole in the ground.

John Tanglewood · 10-27-2010, 02:40 PM

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The whole blue tooth thing is scary though especially when the girlfriend calls and the wifes in the car........ Not good!......

That's when you think you're all good,

,

Then the gloves come out

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the_saint_2k Enlisted Member 4 Rep 36 Posts Drives: 2011 e93 M3 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	I have the connections that something attaches too, there is just a blank plate snapped in there now... it is pre-wired, but the dealer is telling me there is another part I need... hadn't heard that before. __________________ Traded: 2001 e46 TiSil M3 coupe Current: 2011.5 e93 AW M3 convert
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_Jono_ Second Lieutenant 24 Rep 217 Posts Drives: 2011 M3 DCT, 2012 GTR, Speed3 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: South Florida iTrader: (0)	Do not buy the iphone adapter thing if you have an iphone 4... because apple switched it so only the new adapters without the clips work...an bmw gives the special adapter.. but it has clips. theirfore it doesnt work...
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///M Rakete Rocket Scientist 33 Rep 948 Posts Drives: BMW 2018 X3 M40i Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Utah iTrader: (4)	6NF, Smartphone Integration, merely wires the car for a snap-in cradle in the center console. This cradle provides power, antenna connection to the shark fin (of questionable value since in many cases phones don't have RF output and so an inductive re-radiator is used), and USB connection (in addition to the one that comes as part of 6FL, iPod/USB, a required prerequisite). A snap-in cradle appropriate for the model of phone to be used is still required and must be purchased separately. The cost varies because the nature and complexity of the cradle varies. There is no iPhone 4 cradle as of yet (unless it was literally announced in the last few days). __________________ 2015 BMW M5 Sedan Returned to BMW at end of lease.
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sig5x Second Lieutenant 27 Rep 212 Posts Drives: e92 ZCP Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	The phone-specific cradle is not included with the car. It only comes with the dock and a blank cover. I didn't expect this as after checking off the smart phone integration and iPod option, I thought for sure the cradle was included. But it is not. I bought a used cradle from the Classifieds here for my 3G iPhone and it works great. I do perceive better signal strength when using the cradle.
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Looper BEAST 2 Rep 152 Posts Drives: 2011 M3 E92 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fabulous Tampa Florida iTrader: (0)	Another feature of this car I didn't know about, I just plug my iphone4 into the cord in the console if I want to listen the itunes...... The whole blue tooth thing is scary though especially when the girlfriend calls and the wifes in the car........ Not good!...... So can you text and access all the iphone features if you have an adapter? You figure that the sales freak would have pointed out some of these items at purchase but my guy had been selling ox carts or something and didn't know his ass from a hole in the ground.
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