For BMW F01 Android Screen Replacement Apple CarPlay Multimedia Player

If you are a enduser, welcome to make order on the following link directly: 

https://www.ugode.de/products/fur-bmw-7er-f01-f02-android-bildschirm-apple-carplay-autoradio-car-stereo-gps

A customer was interested in purchasing a UGODE Android screen for the BMW 7 Series F01, featuring wireless CarPlay and Android Auto functionality. Since he wasn’t very familiar with our products, he contacted us with some questions before making a purchase.

Q：

Hello,

I am interested in your UGODE Android Screen Upgrade Apple CarPlay Android Auto GPS Navigation Car Multimedia Player for BMW 7 Series F01/F02/F03 and would like to confirm compatibility before purchasing.

My vehicle details are as follows:

Model: BMW 730Li (F02 Long Wheelbase)
Year: 2011
VIN: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
I am based in the Philippines, so I would also like to confirm whether your unit is fully compatible with Philippine-spec BMW vehicles.

Additionally, my vehicle is equipped with factory rear seat entertainment screens, but they are unfortunately damaged. I would like to inquire whether you also supply compatible replacement rear screens, or if you can recommend suitable rear display units that will work with your system.

Could you also please confirm the following:

Will your system fully retain and support the original BMW CIC system?
Will all original iDrive functions continue to operate as normal?
If replacement rear screens are installed, can they function with the main infotainment system?
Does the system allow seamless switching between the original BMW interface and the Android/Apple CarPlay interface without affecting any factory functions?
My primary requirement is to keep the original BMW system fully functional while adding Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as additional features, rather than replacing the factory infotainment system entirely.

Thank you for your time and assistance. I look forward to your confirmation before proceeding with my purchase.

Kind regards.

A：

Hi Mate,

Yes, our product is compatible with your car , your car radio system is CIC :

https://www.ugode.co.uk/products/for-bmw-7-series-f01-f02-android-screen-display-apple-carplay-autoradio-car-stereo-gps-retrofit

The rear display :
https://www.ugode.co.uk/products/13-android-touch-screen-car-headrest-universal-rear-seat-entertainment-system-multimedia-player

Could you also please confirm the following:

1.Will your system fully retain and support the original BMW CIC system?
–Yes.
2.Will all original iDrive functions continue to operate as normal?
–Yes.
3.If replacement rear screens are installed, can they function with the main infotainment system?
–Yes, as there is video output to rear screen.
4.Does the system allow seamless switching between the original BMW interface and the Android/Apple CarPlay interface without affecting any factory functions?
–Yes.

Please check if you have problem with local customs clearance.

thanks.

 Q：

Dear Jame,

Thank you for your reply and for confirming the compatibility with my vehicle. I really appreciate your assistance.

I have one more question before I place my order.

I noticed that you also offer a Linux-based system in addition to the Android version. Which one would you recommend for my BMW? Are there any significant advantages or disadvantages between the Linux and Android systems in terms of performance, stability, boot time, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and overall user experience?

I also wanted to clarify the rear monitors. If I purchase your replacement rear screens, will they still integrate with the original BMW system, or do they only function as independent Android displays? For example, can the rear passengers watch content from the BMW CIC system, or only content from the Android system? Will they continue to work with the vehicle’s original iDrive and multimedia functions?

Thank you again for your help. I look forward to your recommendation.

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