Software updates too far and few between

Kowboi · 03-27-2016, 10:33 PM

Why does BMW not release more frequent software updates (www.bmw.com/update) to support newer phones and technology.

My 2012 software update was last updated 2 years ago with:
File Name: UPD01008.bin
And supports the following apple products: > Apple: iPhone 3GS, 4, 4S, 5 (iOS 5, iOS 6)

Come on BMW - release more frequent updates please.

Fronzdan · 03-28-2016, 12:42 AM

I agree. You'd think they'd have a substantial sized team working on these full time.

wdeerfield · 03-28-2016, 06:57 AM

They do software updates but require you to just buy a new car to get them

Polo08816 · 03-28-2016, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by wdeerfield

They do software updates but require you to just buy a new car to get them

Or have the ISTA/P (and ISTA/D) suite and all the accessories to update your car's firmware.

wilbur_the_goose · 03-28-2016, 08:26 AM

BMW's software development team consists of one guy working in Munich that is semi-retired.

Kowboi · 03-28-2016, 10:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wdeerfield

They do software updates but require you to just buy a new car to get them

So true!

Fronzdan · 03-28-2016, 01:49 PM

Great responses!!

Fronzdan · 03-28-2016, 01:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wilbur_the_goose

BMW's software development team consists of one guy working in Munich that is semi-retired.

And he still uses a Motorola flip phone.

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