BMW Remote app update released

MWPos · 10-08-2013, 10:33 AM

Has anyone op-checked the updated app?

wrickem · 10-08-2013, 10:47 AM

yes, it works. I updated it and tested mine this morning and it all works fine. (Directions, locking, flash lights and sound horn)

The funny thing is that the 335 that I traded in at the beginning of September still is showing on the app. My friends bought this car from the dealership and I can still send directions to their car. I thought it would go away with an update, but it didn't

kube · 10-08-2013, 11:19 AM

So there added back the ability to lock/unlock your car? Total stupidity on BMWs part to remove that in the last version.

wrickem · 10-08-2013, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by kube

So there added back the ability to lock/unlock your car? Total stupidity on BMWs part to remove that in the last version.

you can lock it, but unlock still says "contact BMW..." on my update.

kube · 10-08-2013, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by wrickem

you can lock it, but unlock still says "contact BMW..." on my update.

Really???? Thanks for the info. I think I'll still stay on v2.5 where I can lock AND unlock. Not sure what BMW I/T is thinking, but they need to have real BMW owners test and give input into their applications -- clearly the folks in Montvale are clueless. One feature that really is poor is locate vehicle -- I mean, it would be nice for me to be able to see where MY car is whenever I want -- not only when I'm within 'x' number of feet away from it. I should be able to confirm that it's still nice and warm and cozy in my garage when I'm out of town and not being taken for joyrides.

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wrickem · 10-08-2013, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by kube

Really???? Thanks for the info. I think I'll still stay on v2.5 where I can lock AND unlock. Not sure what BMW I/T is thinking, but they need to have real BMW owners test and give input into their applications -- clearly the folks in Montvale are clueless. One feature that really is poor is locate vehicle -- I mean, it would be nice for me to be able to see where MY car is whenever I want -- not only when I'm within 'x' number of feet away from it. I should be able to confirm that it's still nice and warm and cozy in my garage when I'm out of town and not being taken for joyrides.

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Yes, I wouldn't kid about that, it makes me so mad I upgraded the time they took "unlock" off the app. Keep your v2.5 as long as you can!

The location thing drives me nuts too. At least sending directions works!

lindros2 · 10-08-2013, 02:57 PM

They've also eliminated selecting horn honks and light flashing.

It's fixed at two for each.

wrickem · 10-08-2013, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by lindros2

They've also eliminated selecting horn honks and light flashing.

It's fixed at two for each.

I can still flash my lights and honk my horn on my '14 528, but I never had that option on my 11 335. I always found that strange.

ErnestHouse · 10-08-2013, 09:20 PM

I'm guessing but maybe it has something to do with security.
http://autos.aol.com/article/car-thi...eak-into-cars/

kube · 10-10-2013, 08:09 AM

Not sure if it has to do with thieves or just other stupid users that don't know right from left (unlock from lock). Sounds like once again, the few exceptions determine how the masses get treated.

The signal still will come from the same place; what prompts it is what's different -- us having our App request the signal or someone doing the same thing from their computer is the only difference.

It's just ridiculous in today's world that a password-protected app (not an option) on a password protected phone (mine is) doesn't allow you to unlock your car. Poor user experience, and I plan to keep my v2.5 until it doesn't work anymore. Was very helpful when my wife needed something from my trunk when the car was at the train station and she forgot the keys. Instead of her driving back home, I was able to get her TXT message and unlock, and then relock the car without leaving my meeting.

Oh well --- maybe if BMW gets someone that has a good background in usability in their technology department, this (and their websites) may one day get better -- we can only dream

v12 · 10-10-2013, 09:31 AM

Anyone got an email address/ phone number to call to pass on feedback?

We should all do it and ask for remote climate control (great in summer/ winter).

Here is the change log for this version.

gtron · 10-10-2013, 09:49 AM

dumb question maybe but is this still for iphone only? i haven't checked in some time.

SonicEndeavor · 10-11-2013, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by gtron

dumb question maybe but is this still for iphone only? i haven't checked in some time.

It's available for Android as well.

SonicEndeavor · 10-11-2013, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by kube

Not sure if it has to do with thieves or just other stupid users that don't know right from left (unlock from lock). Sounds like once again, the few exceptions determine how the masses get treated.

The signal still will come from the same place; what prompts it is what's different -- us having our App request the signal or someone doing the same thing from their computer is the only difference.

It's just ridiculous in today's world that a password-protected app (not an option) on a password protected phone (mine is) doesn't allow you to unlock your car. Poor user experience, and I plan to keep my v2.5 until it doesn't work anymore. Was very helpful when my wife needed something from my trunk when the car was at the train station and she forgot the keys. Instead of her driving back home, I was able to get her TXT message and unlock, and then relock the car without leaving my meeting.

Oh well --- maybe if BMW gets someone that has a good background in usability in their technology department, this (and their websites) may one day get better -- we can only dream

Its not a usability issue. Remote Unlock is a security risk and I'm glad they disabled it. A competent hacker just needs to intercept the unlock transmission to the car and replicate the command to gain access. The transmission is encrypted but obviously someone has found a way to break it and build a device to replicate it.

gtron · 10-11-2013, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by SonicEndeavor

It's available for Android as well.

after your post i went and checked it out and it is available so thank you.

unfortunately, it said it's not available for my device which is weird because it's a galaxy s3. pretty sure that's one of the most popular android devices available.

maybe i'm doing it wrong lol

gtron · 10-11-2013, 07:09 PM

just for the heck of it i visit the site bmwusa on my mobile phone and there's a section for apps. i click the bmw remote app and get an error "this item isn't available in your country." um... i came there from bmwUSA and i live in the USA... so tired of bmw and apple. can't get anything right for the other 80% of the market share because it's just an after thought. so gross.

sorry to get off track here.

/end rant

pillpusher84 · 10-11-2013, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by gtron

after your post i went and checked it out and it is available so thank you.

unfortunately, it said it's not available for my device which is weird because it's a galaxy s3. pretty sure that's one of the most popular android devices available.

maybe i'm doing it wrong lol

Here's the APK for the Android users out there:

BMW Remote.apk

gtron · 10-11-2013, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by pillpusher84

Here's the APK for the Android users out there:

BMW Remote.apk

thank you for that.

i won't install it for security reasons but thank you nonetheless.

it's sad that ppl have to install files shared by random ppl on a forum to get the functionality they pay for.

i wish i didn't love bmw cars as much as i do or i would switch just because of this nonsense.

pillpusher84 · 10-12-2013, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by gtron

thank you for that.

i won't install it for security reasons but thank you nonetheless.

it's sad that ppl have to install files shared by random ppl on a forum to get the functionality they pay for.

i wish i didn't love bmw cars as much as i do or i would switch just because of this nonsense.

You need to change the setting to allow non-market apps to install ... it should work without any issues. Also ... It's a version from 1.5 to 2 years ago ... so none of the loss of features described above!

gtron · 10-12-2013, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by pillpusher84

You need to change the setting to allow non-market apps to install ... it should work without any issues. Also ... It's a version from 1.5 to 2 years ago ... so none of the loss of features described above!

it's not because it won't let me, it's because i won't do it based on my own security standards. thanks though

Blkthght · 10-12-2013, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by pillpusher84

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtron

after your post i went and checked it out and it is available so thank you.

unfortunately, it said it's not available for my device which is weird because it's a galaxy s3. pretty sure that's one of the most popular android devices available.

maybe i'm doing it wrong lol

Here's the APK for the Android users out there:

BMW Remote.apk

Quick question before I download this. I already have a working bmw remote Android app...version 1.4x. Is this link for the 2.x version?? Thanks in advance.

pillpusher84 · 10-13-2013, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Blkthght

Quick question before I download this. I already have a working bmw remote Android app...version 1.4x. Is this link for the 2.x version?? Thanks in advance.

I have no clue which version it is ... I no longer have an android phone ... i am on the iPhone 5s ... however ... I believe the APK that I saved off of my RAZR Maxx HD is from December 2012.

If yours works ... why bother upgrading/downgrading?

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