BMW Android Screen Review Features and Walkthrough

[@zackvizeman5329]

Thank you very much for the most amazing video in this category that I have seen. You have truly outdone everybody who has attempted to make such a video. It is extremely complete and the way you have organized, it is absolutely awesome I really appreciate your time and effort in making this video. I spent a few hours to see how this darn unit works before encountering your video; all the videos I saw (over 20 of them) were insufficient and inadequate in explaining the options this unit offers. Thanks again keep up the great work!

[@eddietrieu3677]

for a 24 minute video, every second felt informative and was great to watch. thank you fritz! :)

[@hubertpierre9507]

Many thnx … specially your advice to connect to the OEM bluetooth rather than using the android screen bluetooth, and to set aux to manual, solved all problems i had with carplay.

[@FritzRamos]

Glad to hear that!

[@adrianperry5693]

Thanks Fritz - Great video! A big help with puzzling through the menu options!

[@FritzRamos]

Glad to help!

[@arvda7965]

Thanks to the video. I was able to decide between Pemp and Koason.

[@FritzRamos]

Glad I could help!

[@arvda7965]

@@FritzRamos the only issue I am having is the Bluetooth connectivity. And aux in. The sounds doesn’t start playing but the cap play and my phone shows music playing. I have to mess around a few times until I get sound. That was the issue with car Bluetooth too which made me upgrade. 😆

[@bully_charlie]

Thanks Fritz, great as always

[@FritzRamos]

Thank you! Glad it was helpful

[@BiggTim]

You video sir, WAS THE ONLY video that helped me get the sound from the android side to come thru the car speakers 😆😆😆😆 thanks 🙏❤️👍

[@digitors]

Need that

[@guccioFTW]

every thing amazing. but where dows the connectivity came from?

[@FritzRamos]

Thanks. Mobile hot spot

[@guccioFTW]

@@FritzRamos thanks!

[@jasperjongerius3469]

Does it really take 5 minutes for it to start up? Sounds like quite a long time

[@FritzRamos]

People with newer models have stated 18 second start up times

[@RyanL]

@@FritzRamos just came across this video, & just got my 2015 X1. Is this an older version of the HiFiMax 12.3” carplay/android auto system? Have you, or will you do an updated video with newer smart head units? Also, do you have a auto shop in Denver, CO. you can recommend to buy from & get installed by? TY!

[@NickthaGeek]

5 mins! Lol. Come on. What year are we in here. Lol

[@jonathandowdall2969]

Very good and helpful video thank you for sharing

[@FritzRamos]

Thank you for the support. Glad it was helpful

[@Dryden...]

Just used your setup video to get one of these installed. Great work Fritz, production values are insane as well - keep up the good work. Subbed.

[@FritzRamos]

Thanks, will do!

[@_al_7210]

The following advice is for most Android head units bought for bmws. Each manufacturer might have slightly different settings but it should apply to most. Great info provided by MrRamos but I found the “AUX switching mode” setting a bit confusing. So basically this setting controls the audio coming from the unit when you it switch from the original headunit to the Android headunit. For instance if you have it on “Manual switching”, which is how mine came by default, you have to first go into the aux section of the bmw headunit and then switch over to the Android headunit in order to hear music/sound from the Android headunit. Otherwise if you switch directly to the Android HU from the BMW HU while you’re playing the fm radio the audio from the fm radio will continue to play and you won’t be able to listen/play your music from Apple CarPlay. I did this and I couldn’t figure out why I couldn’t hear my Apple Music or Pandora. I would press play and the only thing coming through the speakers was the fm radio still. If you switch it over to “Automatic switching” you won’t have to go into the AUX settings in the BMW HU. You can just switch directly from BMW HU to the Android HU. As soon as you switch over to the Android HU the FM radio will stop playing and you can listen to your music apps on Apple CarPlay. Only downside to this is that if you want to listen to the FM radio and use your navigation app, like Google maps or Waze, at the same time you won’t be able to do it. You’ll have to switch it back to “Manual switching” and follow that procedure again. Keep in mind that I did not have to plug in the aux cable during the installation. If your instructions say that you have to plug in/use the provided aux cable for your installation then maybe that will affect these settings. I have no idea.

[@wristswissmade9229]

Curious if when you turn your car on, does your head unit load up with the android logo or bmw idrive? Would prefer it to be bmw logo when the screen turns on but can’t quite get that to work

[@_al_7210]

@@wristswissmade9229 yeah it would turn on to the Android display logo. I changed the setting to turn on to the last used unit, BMW or Android. If you go into the factory setting in the Android unit you should see an option to have it boot up to the BMW screen or Android or last one used. I can’t remember the exact setting but it’s in there.

[@sonicgli]

The biggest reason I went with the bimmertech Android system was the slow startup and lagginess of all these others. Five minutes would drive me insane.

[@SaintSoldierN9]

Ive been looking at the bimmertech ones. I have my eye on the Android Auto one, how does that work? (as in does it connect to your phone and then run google maps from your phone/the MMI ?)

[@KrzysztofMagusiak]

Really nice and well done review. I saw that the buttons (driving wheel and idrive controler) work with that system menus. However, do they work inside applications (for example in Waze)?

[@tomasprieto9746]

Nicely done!

[@FritzRamos]

Thanks!

[@starscreamtr]

Thanks mate! it's brilliant job!

[@mp235i9]

Great video can you go in depth on how to change the boot logo

[@FritzRamos]

You just select the one you want

[@mp235i9]

@@FritzRamos I’ve seen people with animated one but they don’t explain well how to do it

[@FritzRamos]

@@mp235i9 That's pre-built into the unit. If you're able to make one, that's not something I know how to do. Sorry

[@mounimmrakha3703]

Hello, did you find a solution? I've followed a tuto and made the bootanimation zip file. But when I plug the usb flashdrive for installation. It doesn't work...

[@MrVuittonDon]

What's the benefit of Bimmer coding to trick the system into having 10 ingredients as opposed to the 6in? Do you lose functionality without doing this coding? Where you ger your bummer coding from?

[@gintarasbaltrenas8228]

Hi, nice video, one more question how do tou connect with android auto to it?

[@FritzRamos]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aovJeH6Zrc5krs0

[@Vonriet]

Is it possible to get carplay as the first screen when you start the car? I can’t find anywhere how to do it. Now i have to open zlink first to get there

[@hhuhhd]

No, sorry it works only manually, please.

[@devdvlogs9931]

Thanks for this detailed video... can we add the ID7 interface in system settings if not available or is there a launcher that can give me the tile UI

[@smoothie1000]

iDrive A and B denotes the controller. Single Menu button vs multi-button if i recall

[@vybzboxxentertainment]

Thanks for the info, can you help me with setting my idrive to start animations each time I start the car?

[@LevyMwamba]

Hello there..how do you connect your car to the internet?

[@mboss_f8618]

Great tutorial. If I play audio from my android auto/ apple carplay does the audio comes from aux or bmw Bluetooth. Do I have to select Bluetooth or aux in my idrive?

[@FritzRamos]

It could come from either. You just have to select which one you want in the android settings

[@amarcond]

Hi Fritz. I installed the new screen on my car this weekend. I have 2 questions, if you can help me. 1. I have a red message on the app easy connection saying that the app is not activated, and I am not able to mirror the screen. Do you know how to sold it or how to reinstall? 2. Do you have a video showing how do you customize the Apollo LAUNCHER ? congratulations for the tutorials. Very nice.

[@FritzRamos]

"Easy connect" on your phone or the head unit? Here's the video on setting up the launcher kzbin.info/www/bejne/amGll5SsoL6lnq8

[@thudao6454]

Nice jacket where did you get it? Thank you

[@FritzRamos]

Thank you. vroomtubergear.creator-spring.com/listing/vroomtuberkit

[@adrianperry5693]

Hi Fritz. Do you have a video for how you configured the Nova launcher setup? It looks a lot cleaner and more useful than the default tile arrangement. Thanks for your help!!

[@FritzRamos]

Yes, here you go. I used Apollo launcher in the video but it's basically the same kzbin.info/www/bejne/amGll5SsoL6lnq8

[@adrianperry5693]

@@FritzRamos Fantastic - thank you!!!

[@SP-ds7bv]

Great video! Just purchased a 2015 m235i with the screen. Why is the Car Info/ services on OEM screen not showing all services needed? Is there something not connected? Help! And I cant set the time either but I think this video went over that. Hope you can hep. Thanks so much!

[@Rabindrums4life]

Do these work on BMW x2?

[@nickhoang395]

I would like to install fire tv stick via Avenue to hdmi. Thanks again.

[@wegowifi5615]

Hi Fritz, do you know how to install the front camera on 1 series.

[@FritzRamos]

Are you referring to one that's plug and play with the head unit or an oem retrofit?

[@nelsonycng0511]

@@FritzRamos Good morning. No. I am referring to the front camera installation on the grill and installation to android unit. Sorry it was not cleared. Have a nice day.

[@highlights6844]

did you say no built-in wifi? How do you connect it to the internet

[@FritzRamos]

It can connect to wifi like a hotspot but it doesn't have data like a cellphone

[@savvaspierides7260]

Any idea why the sound is working on radio but not directly on Spotify?

[@FritzRamos]

Do you have automatic source switching on?

[@dappamikey]

Great video... Have had my unit in for nearly a year now... Learnt a bit more through your video. One thing.... If I am listening to Spotify via the head unit and make a phone call using steering wheel controls, after the call has finished is there a quick way to get back to Spotify? Better still continue playing...

[@tomcat2512]

Is it capable of the split screen?

[@runningman2k2]

What is the boot up time for this Android unit once installed and as you mention at the beginning is it 5 minutes each time you start the car?

[@FritzRamos]

Mine is still about 5 mins, but I saw someone comment that they have a newer unit and start up is 20 seconds

[@josemancia6160]

I got my unit from Amazon and they had two or three different processors chips. I bought the one with the fastest one and my screen starts in about 12 seconds, I got it back in November last year for my 2015 F22

[@tomi3788]

How fast will this unit start up ?

[@FritzRamos]

Mine is a few years old and takes about 5 mins, but someone who bought a newer model said it takes about 20 seconds

[@uhZeny]

You kind of skimmed over the vehicle details, can you change the kph to mph? Also how do I change the microphone to use my factory radio and not the built in to the screen

[@arifshahdin2087]

Hey Mr. RAMOS.Really liked your video and purchaed a system like this for my 328i. However my.bluetooth does not connect.

[@jt2813]

Is there an nstruction manual or did you figure out all of these setting through trial and error?

[@thebeyondwithin]

Can bluetooth be used to connect this device to a bluetooth receiver device (something like a bluetooth speaker or OBD2 adapter)?

[@Dani92italy]

Hi, did you have to connect to the aux socket or is it enough to simply set the audio output to aux and the audio will still be heard?

[@tonka179]

Brother how much you charge for that service

[@FritzRamos]

You mean the screen?

[@ronhudson2354]

Can you do a video on how to install the Android screen in a BMW 2 Series 220i Tourer (2015)please

[@FritzRamos]

You you are in the area and have the screen I sure can. I just don't have access to one.

[@jks1311]

Great videos Fritz, quick question for the MMi box is there a speedometer app?

[@eloiduarte542]

Hi Fritz this explanation was very helpful. I have a F31 with Bluetooth, turned the oem Bluetooth option and I can’t connect carlink. To use AppleCarplay I have to select Android Bluetooth. Do you have a solution? Thanks!

[@Justself38]

Are there undate for this head unit

[@FritzRamos]

There have een a fwe updated versions of this screen since I bought mone. Someone said their boot up time is 12 seconds.

[@Justself38]

@@FritzRamos where do you get the updates from

[@josephlucero8420]

How much is this joint?

[@marinmandalinic6758]

do you know how to get to boot menu for factory reset, thanks

[@xhorxhigurma5886]

Hello my friend,I appriciate a lot this video. I have a problem with the bluetooth ,I cant connect with my smartphone. And also I realise that some options are missing from the factory setup category(Arm setting) and (advanced settings) Maybe i have to upgrade??

[@calinchivu1862]

How do we enter advanced mode? Thanks

[@jonjon220]

is there a way to set a power delay or sleep timer so it doesnt go threw a full reboot if you walk in store for 2 min

[@virgilgallardo9692]

Hi I like to know how I can make it work sim card on my unit stop I like to know if I have to reset it o what I can do to start working the wifi from the screen thanks

[@tdetriuscarter2677]

I need help. I can't get to option to select my car

[@emmanuelsimbol4426]

Hi Fritz I connected everything fine i’m just wondering why when i touched the radio/unit it is too hot is that notmal?

[@FritzRamos]

That is not normal. Is it possible something got pulled or is being interfered with once everything was placed in?

[@mounimmrakha3703]

Hi, Same for me when I touch the back of the android unit? I thought it was because of the sun. Did u find a solution?

[@MrDesiblaster]

Hi I have question I have same screen installed but I don't knw why when I call anyone on my screen it shows default screen like black and red normaly shows be carplay screen which is one side map and call showing can u plz help thanks

[@EliAcuna]

How do I find someone in Dallas Texas to install this screen. I’ve gone to a couple of places and they say they only install products they sell.

[@zombie18g]

Did you lose any sound quality ? I have the hardon kardon speakers I don’t want to lose sound quality 😢

[@neonbubblesbabe]

Hi Fritz, this video was super helpful and definitely helped me understand what my new system can do - I have an iphone XR and Zlink was pre installed on my android system. Do you know how to set up Zlink? I keep receiving a channel miss match error when i open the app and cannot get the zlink app on the main screen?

[@FritzRamos]

Hi. The way I set it up was by using my phone as a mobile hotspot and then when z link opens up connect it wirelessly. However I may have done the initial setup over a wired connection

[@derekschommer1465]

Is it better to stream music from your phone or just use wifi hot spot and play music through the android screen?

[@FritzRamos]

20:27

[@bogdanshyker4712]

@@FritzRamos couldn't find an answer for this question in the video) Is it better to download iTunes app or GooglePlay music for android system or stream music via Bluetooth from my phone?

[@FritzRamos]

@@bogdanshyker4712 I think the quality from your phone over the OEM bluetooth is the best.

[@bogdanshyker4712]

@@FritzRamos Thanks!

[@dwaynedlamini9571]

@@FritzRamos I have a question, is it possible to play music via oem Bluetooth and use the android waze map at the same time, or I'll have to use the map on the idrive system while playing music on the idrive system

[@amike56]

have you seen the android speedometer upgrade?

[@FritzRamos]

I have not received that notification

[@sharry_official7617]

Quick question do I have to disconnect the battery of car before starting working on it?

[@jncodex8680]

What about the mic quanlity while in a phone call? Someone says it was a bad experience, is that true? And how long will it take to startup after parking hours (or 1 - 2 days)? Thanks.

[@FritzRamos]

I just use the factory mic which is just okay

[@JesusLopez-ny8vo]

@@FritzRamos I was wondering how this worked. If the mic during call was from head unit or factory overhead mic? 🤔

[@connorwroot4045]

How do you use factory mic?

[@suspensioncheck]

Is head up display working with google maps/waze ?

[@darrelledwards887]

I need help it jumps from the old system to the new the phone want hook up

[@janvanderlinden4814]

hello fritz i have a question i only get sound from my right speakers what can i do to get sound on both sides kind regards Jan

[@arvda7965]

Hey there again. Only question I have now is yourube related. Video only plays at about 7" whereas KZbin launches at full screen. Search screen and list stays full screen. But the all videos play at about 7" size.

[@Krytone]

i have my android screen since 2018 so its abit outdated. I wanna ask for even the newer versions, does the gps tracker takes a while to connect to get your location? Cause mine is like that since i got it.

[@FritzRamos]

The idrive side pops right up, android side takes 5 mins, and android auto is about 30 seconds.

[@amitkmohan]

Can you provide a link to buy a screen for my f30 (right hand drive) for iPhone. Thank you

[@Sammyalqattan]

Hey do you know if CarPlay can fit m235i?

[@FritzRamos]

It can. If you want to integrate the whole thing into the idrive menu bimmertech might be the way to go. If you want to save some money then go with an android screen or a mmi box.

[@DiegoPP857]

Nice video. I have a couple of questions. I’am from Peru. Does this screen is better than the Pemp screen (both sold at Amazon). I use CarPlay (and have an IPhone), not Android. My car is a M235 as well. My second question is which aftermarket camera fits my car and the screen?

[@samurraii]

Ótimo vídeo. Obrigado

[@prptropical]

When I press the menu bottom it says Aux device is not connected transfer of track information supported by the aux

[@franciscoquesada2448]

love this video, very good insights. One question, is there a way I can use the OEM bluetooth for the handsfree and the android bluetooth for CarPlay?

[@hhuhhd]

Hi, at the same you can use only one bluetooth, please. For more Android display tips, please, check our youtube chanel.

[@TheHoodiman]

Android 11 versions can apparently do that

[@kylebown4104]

I am also wondering the same thing the microphone on the android screens just doesn't work properly

[@franciscoquesada2448]

@@kylebown4104 so this is what I did, I bought a wireless dongle, with that I can connect the cellphone via wireless while I still can use the OEM Bluetooth. The caveat here is that with the dongle I cannot use the previous/next buttons on my steering wheel.

[@Super90.]

@@franciscoquesada2448 Can you explain how you did this more? I want to use the OEM bluetooth for phone calls (and hopefully music) and Carplay for everything else. Can I do that with this method?

[@MrVek7]

Hi what screen is this and have u got a link we’re u got it from as there is loads on AliExpress but here loads have to connect the aux cable in the arm rest for audio to play which I don’t want that many thanksv

[@gringotom242]

Just installed one and the boot up time is much quicker now, about 20 secs

[@ytromu]

Hi. Starting a 8:15, Hotspot, how does the Android head unit use my phone Hotspot for internet? Does the Android head unit have a built-in Wireless Network adapter?

[@_al_7210]

I’m on the same boat. Bought an android headunit from a different manufacturer. You have to go into the Android settings, it’s like a tablet, and go in the Network/Internet settings and look for the Hotspot setting. And then select your phones name on the screen. You should have Hotspot enabled on your phone in order for your phone to show up on the Android headunit. I followed these steps but for whatever reason it just wouldn’t connect.

[@lecterhannibal1771]

Hey mate, how to change miles to km?

[@austenazevedo6078]

Why do some people need to connect the aux cable and some don't to get sound? How does this work?

[@JM-wy9io]

If your car has fibre optic audio cables in the standard unit they are plugged into the new connecter for sound. If not you will need to run aux for sound to work

[@henryne]

Hi, thanks for the many videos. I have installed a 10.25 screen in my BMW 225Xe. If I turn on the radio of the idrive system and then use the navigation Waze in the android system, the radio continues to play but I get no navigation speech from the navigation system. Is that somewhere to set. Thanks in advance!

[@FritzRamos]

You'll have to check a few settings. 1) Turn voice on in Waze and ensure the volume is raised (Start with 1/4) 2) The volume controls that don't necessarily control the designated settings I mentioned 3) Aux cable is connected Hope that helps. Let me know

[@garyhazlewood55]

Just had a 10.25 screen fitted. Been told I can only use android auto via Bluetooth on my phone and not with my hotspot on my phone. Is this true

[@FritzRamos]

I guess it depends on the unit. I use hotspot

[@EleosGames]

My only Problem is E87 1 Series,my knob wont work in the old CCC menu ,in other menus it works just not in the original CCC,do you have any idea why ?

[@gaolebelucas9890]

How do I change colour display on the android screen

[@jimmyhogan9239]

Will this work with 2021 x3

[@safwanmallu852]

I have a screen pre installed it’s comnected via aux to the aux input however the quality is lower than it should be so how can i do a alternate connection ?

[@golfergti]

So if we use bmw idrive, for calls and music then whats the main reason for using this screen other than a bigger screen?

[@FritzRamos]

GPS

[@imqrep9312]

I got a 10.25 inch screen and when I watch KZbin on it doesn’t fit the screen fully only like 6.5

[@rayaballa]

Hey Fritz, I was wondering and I'm sure curious minds have maybe already asked this question before. I was wondering, since my car came from factory when I first purchased the vehicle with the 8.8 wide screen screen, I was wondering if I could update the screen and not have to go through the hassle of going through the the additional wiring and using 10.25 screen as just a screen upgrade? Again, thank you so much and I look forward to hearing back from you.

[@criticalshit3440]

yo, you can always take your front apart and compare it to this video. I just installed mine but I had the smaller screen in my 335d, kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4fInmCjlpmKfZI

[@i-helpfoundation3072]

Hello Fritz, love your videos. I have a 2014 BMW 3-Series and would like to upgrade my system to one with Bluetooth, and gps. I am located in California, is there anyone that can assist me?

[@FritzRamos]

If you're in the bay area I can help you out

[@shaunanthony7241]

Hi I want to change my boot logo. I don't have many options and prefer to import. Can you assist with files to import

[@doriangashi6242]

I’ve ordered this head unit however I’m having issues changing the units from kmh to mph as I don’t have the option in the settings and the seller hasn’t really helped much. How can I change this?

[@collinfurtado3929]

Which Android is used?

[@Schulstulle]

Hi when I play music via bmw Bluetooth it is really off, but the radio sound is perfect. Do you what the mistake could be?

[@karldagnall8438]

I've just installed a TMO tech unit on a 2014 1 series and have no sound or I drive. Very frustrating

[@aca-pol7289]

How is quality of sound and is volume range louder with just screen swap?? Please help

[@thadeo4ever]

My whole android side went into factory mode, can't even put the factory code any more. Still have the idrive system. HELP

[@FritzRamos]

Did you try restarting the car or reaching out to the manufacturer?

[@thadeo4ever]

@@FritzRamos through trial and error and research I finally got the factory setting code 1314. And was able to get my android Bluetooth capability. but the original android interface is gone. Amazon warranty is over due and still I have to get with manufacturer and see if they can help. Love the unit just a little bit mishap.

[@lindaflores5473]

Hey fritz, do we have to insert a phone SIM card for the navigation and all the other apps can work while I drive? If so would I need a sim adapter to insert or just the small SIM card will do? And where do I insert it

[@makememinkbeautyspa]

Hi how do you set up songs and movies on the ANDROID dashboard screen? How do you remove the songs & movies already on the android and upload your own songs and movies?

[@CE000]

5 minutes to boot up??! :O Dont tablets take usually up to 30sec?