This New BMW Screen Upgrade Changes Everything!

[@joosephmooseth5180]

For that gen its a great upgrade, ui could do with some tweaks but overall very decent, not sure who wants OEM tech from one of these cars, the unit just brings it up to date.😊

[@BeatLounge]

I’m all about retrofitting stuff to my old Pick Up, but that screen is a little on the ‘pushin it’ side 😢

[@Tenktory]

"It looks like it belongs there" You can't be serious 😂 It looks like this meme with a giant flat tv installed in the car.

[@mik4mik4]

IKR! The first 10 inch one actually looked good. This does not

[@altian9483]

It looks way better on F10 model

[@scottsneed4287]

the plastic trim looks all out of place 🤣

[@Flashws98]

Had that issue with no audio on my new screen. Been going back and forth with tech support via msgs/email… came across your video. THE FIBER OP PLUGS!!! Thanks you brother 😅 couldn’t figure it out. You’re the man!

[@asadhussain7923]

Does it matter if the car is left or right hand drive or does it fit and plug and play for both rhd and lhd models?

[@Yoyo34]

had something similar on my F34. Hated it, switched back to OEM screen and added a cheap MMI box. All original, looks a lot better original, shapes flow and complement each other nicely. It's matter of preference in the end.

[@F22Sebast]

Ngl this is tempting me even more to get a display for my e90. But am amazing video as per always !

[@bignitro9295]

Damn I gotta wait for my car it’s a 2018 but this is sick paired with a digital cluster interior would be dope

[@moescolla]

🔥 upgrade Watching the movie with popcorn 🍿 was Schweeeeeeet 😄

[@thereddevil8234]

Its very cool but do you have problem with the bass?Because i have and it is annoying .Do you have solution?I try with the equalizer but its not get better!

[@AlexPriceAP]

I've not got this particular screen but I've had two "Ksw" Android ones (the better of all the custom Androids) and my experience is that the in-built DSP is a bit crap. Audio is a bit less quality, specifically the lows and highs, and the volume is less than if you were to play through AUX from your phone - so I've always ran the unit's audio through USB to an external DAC and it's noticeably better (I use the "Creative Sound Blaster G3").

[@thereddevil8234]

@@AlexPriceAP Thank you!

[@inkyoo8]

@@AlexPriceAPcan you provide links or instructions? I have Bang and Olufsen. Don’t want to reduce my sound quality at all.

[@patrick4247]

Hey, since the Screen is an Android device, wouldn't it be possible to connect it via Bluetooth to the OEM Idrive instead of using AUX? So when you play music via Spotify it should be the same audio quality like connecting your Smartphone via Bluetooth to iDrive.

[@PlumberWRX]

These look good! I've been running these Chinese head units for years now. My two units have been working for years good now.

[@incartechie]

Great installation video - we follow this for our customers over here in the UK!

[@V3TvPods]

Where are you based? I need to get some install work done on my cars

[@incartechie]

@@V3TvPods Based in Aylesbury!

[@j.f.4765]

Do u stock this headunit?​@@incartechie

[@incartechie]

@@j.f.4765 No we don't - we buy them from Xtrons!

[@ninjastriker0137]

As soon as i saw that giant screen in ur previous video i already knew u had a video ready

[@ninjastriker0137]

At first i thought i was tripping when i saw the huge screen because ik it wasn’t that big befo😭

[@VehicleVirals]

I don't think many people noticed 😂

[@rdbetta]

​@VehicleVirals would this fit a 2017 f36?

[@DJ-sr9yq]

I love My xtrons, the wireless andriod auto only works on Wednesdays, but I just plug my phone in, usually anyways so the battery doesn't drain.

[@VehicleVirals]

Older unit? Newer units are pretty fluid.

[@DJ-sr9yq]

@VehicleVirals it's older, installed it 2 or 3 years ago on my e92.

[@skillz1855]

Lol that's looks pretty out of place

[@Isis-lemoncake]

1:42 heard your desi accent coming out bro ❤

[@HRaychin]

Hows the visibility of the road if your seat is low position?Thats my only concern about bigger screen...Can u tell me whats your steering wheel?

[@blacgaz6419]

visibility is reduced by 37% in front and 68% if you're seated from behind

[@mookiemaestro]

When the screw fell I felt that 😭😂same thing happened to me when I was adding my 10.25 inch but now I’m finna make that upgrade again.

[@jamesmcintosh9868]

Hey mate. Been eyeing one up for my X5. Cool to finally see a review. Would you mind doing a video of the native android features? Would be helpful for those not going to use android auto ect

[@VehicleVirals]

Does everything pretty much an android phone or tablet would do.

[@jamesmcintosh9868]

@@VehicleViralscheers for the reply. does it have FM radio, or does that play from original CIC unit?

[@VehicleVirals]

@@jamesmcintosh9868 Used the factory antenna so you can use the radio via Xtrons or the OEM interface

[@kristianfrancis6844]

Is there anything this size for the e90 that’s non idrive? I’m fine with cutting the dash

[@VehicleVirals]

Yes we have it. Email us and we can help [e-mail]

[@Mike335is]

I've been waiting for someone to come out with this.

[@LOLOLmad]

get a magnetizer for your bits friend :) can make any bit magnetic, life saver. can also de-magnetize with the same tool.

[@dfagan8738]

Copped!!! Time to bring my old f36 up to date

[@VehicleVirals]

Yessir 🔥

[@YourTechGerman]

Really nice head unit! A shame though that the OEM menu seems to scale terribly into the new display size

[@mulkstar]

Totally easy to fix resolution…all in the settings. Just got mine in 2014 F10.

[@ElliutN]

Dope unit but this 2024 and 8GB of ram should be the minimum for that nice smooth operation..... No excuses just saying. Still fire though 🔥🔥🔥

[@VehicleVirals]

We will have the 8GB version soon. That said, it doesn't play a major role on these head units. It's not a gaming PC.

[@ElliutN]

@@VehicleVirals 🤣🤣🤣 your 100 percent correct (not a gaming unit)... If its a simple unit for simple tasks sure but with all the capabilities these units can do, it does help to have a little extra ram. Trust me Ive worked on computers for 25 yrs and the less a unit has to work to do a task the longer it lasts. But it is a head unit at the end of the day. Still dope tho...

[@AlexPriceAP]

​@@ElliutN I've had 2 units like this with 4GB of RAM each time and it's enough. I've got automation running, WebView overlays in memory ready to be opened, regular Android overlays always on display, an unoptimised music app (my own I'm working on) in the foreground, and a Bluetooth OBD connection constantly polling; and I never have issues with performance or Android killing background apps/ones at the back of the stack. The only issue these units can have is that they're not even at least passively cooled, so on hot days when the sun's beaming down on them you start to notice a bit of throttling but it doesn't ruin the experience as it's not constant (at least not on a hot UK day when it's been about 27°C).

[@samlovesjojo]

​@@AlexPriceAP can you still keep all the oem functions? Like the safety features and service things?

[@anthonylim6528]

Had a 12.3 head unit but it failed after a few months. Poor tolerance to high temperature. Did not get good support from seller. Buy only reputable brands. Best with local support.

[@JordanLagoFilms]

Damn this is sweet!! Just ordered mine for my f32🔥 can’t wait to get it from you guys. Thank you😎

[@VehicleVirals]

Sweet. Appreciate the support 🙏🏼

[@youtube_slayya3169]

Can you post a reel when it’s all installed?

[@saifalqudah8492]

Planning to order mine - any update on how its been so far? Any issues with bass from speakers for example?

[@JordanLagoFilms]

@@saifalqudah8492 works flawlessly. You will love it no doubt about it. Make sure you use the DSP sound tuning so you can make it sound amazing. Doth forget to hook up the aux cord as well. You must use aux connection from head unit to center console port

[@blacgaz6419]

@@saifalqudah8492it doesn't get updates

[@V3TvPods]

Looks a little wide for my taste but still cool. The sound quality of the upgrade I have is the issue for me and why I want to swap it out. The audio sound truncated or like there is ducking.

[@ninjastriker0137]

U ever plan on adding supercars to this channel or is it just strictly bmw?

[@VehicleVirals]

Hopefully when I can afford one.

[@inkyoo8]

What about sound quality? I have a Bang and Olusfen, don’t think the Aux cable on the xtron can support the sound quality.

[@inkyoo8]

I also have B&O. Any suggestions?

[@gilltabish]

What about 440i 2018. Does the audio work with that? There is no aux in 2018

[@standFor89]

aux is available on BMW from 2005. I have also added aux cable (after market) on my 2002 e46

[@nostaram]

Looks sweet - biggest issue with all these aftermarket screens is that most of them get buggy after a while, long term quality is really hit and miss.

[@VehicleVirals]

Not a thing with the Xtrons ones. Been using them for years.

[@naledibenedict6678]

Beautiful upgrade

[@michaelandlisa9950]

“Floor is lava” on your Spotify recently played! As a dad of 2, I feel your pain

[@carrier7676]

Eh, not sure about this mod. Sometimes less is more, but at least its NOT the one giant widescreen like the newer BMW's. That combined widescreen nav and gauge cluster combo looks terrible. This is a better balance. More power to you though for doing it yourself.

[@timcity]

I bought the Xtrons QPB12NBTHP for my 335 F30 ... and it constantly disconnects from my device. I contacted the support team and while they are responsive, they have yet to fix this issue. $600 is overpriced considering all of the challenges I have run into by installing an aftermarket interface. If anyone in the comments have run into this issue and have a fix for it... PLEASE hit me up and help a brother out. 🥲

[@chrism65]

I absolutely love the screens in my 2023 330i. I can't go back to a traditional gauge cluster now.

[@d.TheFrreman]

I can not find it for g30/g31. Where did you buy it? Which item is it exactly. Please help. And.... Does it not use the original microphone and the original GPS-antenna? Thx!

[@Eki_27_]

Looks sweet but a bit too big for my taste. I think the main issue I have with it is that it sits a bit too high for being this big of a screen.

[@F10Joosbi]

I’m gonna do a oem nbt evo upgrade and add this on top

[@ninjastriker0137]

Whos here before 1000 views

[@RMA-73]

me

[@okanturk2424]

Me and your mom

[@ninjastriker0137]

@@okanturk2424 bros definitely a kid, haven’t heard anyone say that in years😂

[@B58luja23]

You

[@MatthewHouangvilay]

I was here before 1,000 subscribers

[@xxwestcoastkillaxx393]

Is there a theme for this to make it look like ID7?

[@B58-Premo]

I'll pass, nothing gets better than OEM in my opinion. Edit- Please note my car is a 2018 with factory CarPlay. I can’t speak for your old base model head unit.

[@VehicleVirals]

What's better on the OEM unit?

[@veldmannn]

@@VehicleViralsthe size 😂

[@VehicleVirals]

@@veldmannn You got me

[@kwameofori8947]

I fully agree bro 👍🏾

[@StE_sufc_1889]

OEM is crap in every way

[@lgeez7599]

Will this retrograde ever become available for the BMW M6 F12/F13 and F06???

[@turn1_shorts]

From my experience with using aftermarket android head units for BMWs (e and f chassis), these are excellent WHEN THEY WORK. They can be more temperamental than my ex and I ended up removing mine all together as it was not a reliable experience in the slightest.

[@JuelZ925]

Fits this is a f20 . 1 serie?

[@badbadbadddy]

A massive NO from me. This thing looks ridiculously bad. I'll just stick with my 8.8 inch display and a hidden MMI unit for wireless AA. It looks stock and does the job perfectly fine.

[@Thebigblackwasp]

what about for idrive 6 users? Do you lose idrive functionality like for F80's MDM mode settings, Headsup display settings customizations?

[@standFor89]

you can access the original menu any time

[@CoolgamerX27]

You call those app icons modern💀

[@dannym7x3]

Bro that 1 detail about disconnecting the green and black wire for your audio life changer. I seen all the videos and none of them told me that. 😂 you and I assumed the one I bought was trash or Just not compatible😂😂 ima do what you said about the green and black wires

[@scaramanga91]

this is what today's automotive industry looks like, people are fascinated by screens and electronics, it's so sad and makes no sense

[@ariasdesigns]

womp womp

[@natthaphonnoble2407]

I think they like the options and features it brings to the car, also a lot of cosmetically looks as well but it’s not everybody’s jam. I do like a screen but not overdone.

[@Woo.f32]

People said the same crap about speakers in cars. Don’t be ignorant as it’s clear mods like these are 1% of the build 100% of the time.

[@Chaos1187me]

Who wouldn't want to be able to run a diagnostic on their car within a few seconds from the already installed screen. Duh.

[@lukatkalcec9285]

Did it work with bmw 1 f20 lci? Interior looks the same

[@fabianjimenez2174]

When I upgraded my first Android panel to my current PEMP one, I didn’t have to swap out the harness (the connector on the panel looks the same across several “different” brands). I wonder if it is the same for this one.

[@elikemnutefe]

It looks great and interesting. But in my honest opinion, it looks out of place compared to the original factory screen. I'm curious if it doesn't block the view range of average height drivers.

[@JordanLagoFilms]

Just got mine in the mail today and installed it. Holy!! It’s absolutely amazing🔥 beautiful and works so smoothly. However I cannot connect the LVDS cable😑 it’s so short and extremely difficult to position to connect it. So it’s not connected fully atm.

[@VehicleVirals]

It's all how you position the harness. Gals you like it!

[@JordanLagoFilms]

@@VehicleVirals I’ll have a shop deal with the headache lol but thanks it’s great 👍🏻

[@eastcoastphotography]

looks great - would it fit my 2019 X2m35i ??? RHD ???

[@JordanHinks]

Would this work in scenarios of using maps and it showing directions on the windscreen HUD?

[@justinemartinez8125]

I have a 2015 428i non-M Sport line grancoupé with NBT idrive operating system. The Xtrons OS and CarPlay work great and recognizes when I have doors/trunk open and tracks my vehicle speed and miles to empty. However, when I switch to oem idrive, the screen goes black. Without access to oem idrive I cannot use my rear camera, hear any audio, or access vehicle information. I double checked all connections and transferred the optic fiber cable to the new harness. Please let me know if you can help. TIA.

[@carlgreen3450]

Looks great. Can you still scroll and access all i-drive menus, like service and vehicle check data etc?

[@VehicleVirals]

Yes. I show that in the video

[@carlgreen3450]

​@@VehicleViralssorry I missed that bit

[@Raider1805]

I just bought one of these. What is the USB cable at 1:14 used for?

[@eturnulrs704]

I know this is the E90/92 version, but I was thinking of getting the 14.9 inch. But the one I need is the one that replaces the stock nav, and it seems to tilt down a lil bit. I was wondering if you have any experience with that one to tell me if it’s adjustable at all to tilt it upward a lil. 🙏🏽 Thanks.

[@VehicleVirals]

Email us [e-mail]

[@SuperMarquis69]

By the way, this is epic. Great videos my brother.

[@Peaceable75]

I’d like a bigger screen for my Supra. Maybe not quite that big. I wonder if it would even fit on the Gr Supra?

[@1a1r]

I’m gonna need an ID on that test track you played 😂

[@N54God666]

there's no "dsp chip", it's just an eq that hooks androids audio api and let's you modify the signal to the aux. Poweramp eq is the best

[@VehicleVirals]

It does have a DSP chip 😂

[@N54God666]

@@VehicleVirals it has the standard audio amp built into soc, every android has is. there's no add on dsp chip. the eq is simply an app that modifies the preamp signal to the soc sound amp. you can change apps and have the same effect. Poweramp eq is the best. this is significantly different than a dsp chip. that is hardware processing after the soc and requires the use of dedicated software, which is not the case as Poweramp works. ie there's no dsp, and the fact that's there's no dsp on the motherboard means there's no dsp chip.

[@Freeriderz666]

After seeing the installation, do you actually need the massive CD/DVD unit anymore?

[@AlexPriceAP]

Yeah because it's the audio hardware itself

[@yousef725]

That’s very cool, will this fit 2017 640xi ?

[@VehicleVirals]

Email us [e-mail]

[@vanvisal8900]

Please make a video install it on f82 M4 2018🙌

[@DarkSession6208]

Its basically the same 1:1 ...

[@fmspec]

Very good display, can i install it on 2017 G12 750iX?

[@scottmckinney6471]

I really like this but is it too big? Does it look a little goofy how it sits on the f30? Little tough to tell from the video. Does it sit taller too? I have a f30 and im in the market

[@VehicleVirals]

Depends on who you ask. I don't mind the look.

[@jacksampson7711]

Nice screen. Is it really the stereo processor? Thought the sound would be more dependent on amp, speakers and sub.

[@VehicleVirals]

It retains the optic fiber connection so it used the original car system.

[@skyvwest]

This is amazing! What is the warranty?!

[@VehicleVirals]

1 year

[@troythaplug7667]

Will this work for a 2008 528i? Just got into your channel and I’m hoping to bring her back up to date

[@VehicleVirals]

We offer a unit for your car.

[@LukeTPZ]

Does any of the screen/CarPlay info show on the head-up display, please?

[@benji3973]

$800 bucks is a steal for something this crisp definitely need this for my e92😮‍💨

[@rdbetta]

Why would you instigate sellers to push their prices up? That ain't cool is stupid

[@benji3973]

@ go cry brokie😂

[@rdbetta]

@benji3973 is very obvious who is already crying 😎

[@benji3973]

@ oh no you caught me unc😭

[@rdbetta]

🤣🤣 🤜🤛🏾

[@chevr6887]

Sooo I’m assuming this won’t fit on a bnw 1 series

[@VehicleVirals]

Email us [e-mail]

[@manny.camera]

Do they have anything similar for the F22 M235i? Everything that fits the F30 usually fits the F22.

[@WilliamMayCentury21]

*Great video! will it work with the 2016 BMW 428I?*

[@VehicleVirals]

Yes

[@hiteshdev8251]

Thanks guys I followed this and managed to install same screen but now my windscreen heating is not working and the hot air is blowing inside, any ideas please ?

[@nirvana14]

Dang looks sick! Too bad I have a 2013 f30 with the CIC wich lacks alot of compatibility especially with this gigantic head unit😢

[@VehicleVirals]

F chassis? If so it's compatible with your CIC screen

[@ChristianLopez-hr9db]

Will this work of the 2016 428i gran coupe??

[@leonardpostek7857]

Hey, im also looking forward buying one of those. But there is no option for the F10 (2010) with CIC. OR is there?

[@arroncadman9421]

Looks sweet as bro. Does this fit an 18 plate f22 ?

[@trisk692]

if you dont plug in the mic is that means you cannot talk to phone wirelessly? or the original car mic will work still?

[@matk22]

Does it use the aux for audio or via the stereo properly

[@tomytran1197]

How does the right hand roller on the steering wheel work with this upgrade @Vehicle Virals? Still able to click next song and see the little arrows on the dash or hud? Super tempted to pay the extra money and get this instead of a flash. Driving a loaner G20 right now and the giant touch screen with the idrive knob is selling it for me to upgrade my f36.

[@wtfmfer]

Great video. Ya sold me on it. I just wish fit in my f15. I guess only the smaller ones fit.

[@MonkayMan]

Can you still use the mic/command button on the steering wheel. Does the mic in the headliner still work for phone calls?

[@obughan2266]

Mine works

[@PPB]

Hey bro , try to do project with old 540i e39 never see much of them on the roads

[@miist3rp1974]

i want to upgrade my 2019 x3 but notice there isn't one for newer models

[@Van-dh5ry]

How is the CarLetter (Phone Link) resolution in CarPlay on this unit? On mine, I've compared it to AutoKit connected to a Carlinkit dongle and it's a night and day difference. AutoKit/Carlinkit is much sharper (native 2560x720) and smoother (but buttons/iDrive don't work, it's just touch).

[@kevinsanabria2669]

I have a question what if my radio doesn’t work then it randomly starts working fine until I turn off my car then it won’t work again

[@kILLMASTER720]

Hope your ADcents is crazy for this video. I’ve watched 11 commercials so far

[@VehicleVirals]

😂😂

[@rickywong5551]

I hope you see this comment amongst the sea of comments you have. Do these units enable an integrated 360 panaromic camera set up? I have looked everywhere, one seller says it does but cannot provide further information. If you can that would be great! Also does it have sleep mode? for which wake up? or is it just a cold boot up each time the car starts? Can you connect a gamepad to the Bluetooth for gaming on the go? Thanks in advance.

[@VehicleVirals]

Supports factory 360 camera.

[@rickywong5551]

@@VehicleVirals what does factory 360 mean? Or you mean oem?

[@VehicleVirals]

@@rickywong5551 meaning if the car comes equipped with 369 camera from factory then Xtrons will integrate it. Essentially you don't lose OEM features.

[@ambientauras]

My Audio doesn’t work properly, I have my fiberoptic in the right position and I have the aux plugged in but I can only get audio to play when I’m connected to my cars oem Bluetooth, which sounds like it should be fine, but every time I get in the car the cars apple play auto launches and it doesn’t play any sound so I have to navigate back to oem menu and reconnect my Bluetooth to get some sound. I know it’s first world problems but it would be nice if I didn’t have to do that and it played straight from the screen every time. I’ve also tried forgetting my cars oem blue tooth but it didn’t work Please help 😭

[@clementlai123]

Is it possible to use the OEM audio functions (e.g. playing a CD etc) while at the same time use the screen for negotiation via Android Auto (or Apple CarPlay)? Thanks.

[@StE_sufc_1889]

Yes you just use your normal cd player then press and hold for Android... But you can only have cd sound or AUX nav sound... I don't think both sounds with work...im not 100% but I'd say no because I have one and to have cd audio you have to be on cd on idrive... But for andiod sound you have to be on AUX... If it both comes through I'd be surprised.. Il will test for you though. And. Hopefully get back to you

[@gasintheair]

@@StE_sufc_1889 so you need a aux to play music ? i have a iphone.

[@Frank-vk4sv]

You need to try a bigger head unit on the E60. Trust me it’ll feel more modern like the F30!

[@VehicleVirals]

Alread have it. Just haven't installed it.

[@dzonikg]

@@VehicleVirals is there sometning bigger for E93 with CCC.I have done digital cluster but still have original CCC,did not replace it because all units i saw are same size like CCC so for me not worth a money

[@VehicleVirals]

@@dzonikg we have 14.9" for you car. Email us and I'll set you up.

[@AdrianoBlendz]

I’ve got an 440i 2018 will this work on it?

[@SHWELL11]

Sign me up for one for the E60 when available..

[@renesakata1737]

Too bad this wont fit my G31. Poor me. I got some weird in between version of the G31 which cannot upgrade any OEM. Sucks really.

[@patrick4247]

on the G31 you don't need the screen. It has already CarPlay and Android Auto from factory