Apple Carplay Android Auto The Multimedia Plug-in gives you the option to use Screen mirroring or AirPlay. In addition, you will be able to see apps in your i3, i8 vehicle such as Waze, Spotify, Google maps, Sygic Navigation, Apple Music, Youtube Music, Whats app and many more on your original car screen!
The screen has the functionality to use your car’s original Bluetooth channel, this way maintaining good sound quality compared to the AUX audio channel. It is also possible to use your car’s original Bluetooth phone function via Apple Carplay / Android Auto.
You can read how to activate this function here.
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Add wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to a compatible BMW i3 or BMW i8 while retaining the original multimedia display, dashboard appearance and iDrive controls.
The module is available in separate versions for BMW iDrive NBT and NBT EVO systems. Choosing the correct variation is essential because the connections and system configuration differ.
Navigation, music, calls, messages and supported smartphone apps appear on the original BMW screen, while the factory iDrive menu, steering-wheel controls, parking sensors and compatible cameras remain available.
Keep the distinctive BMW i3 or i8 dashboard and original iDrive controller while adding wireless navigation, music, calls, messaging and voice assistance.
Connect a compatible phone wirelessly through Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth or use USB when a wired connection is preferred.
Apple CarPlay brings navigation, calls, messages, music and Siri voice control to the original BMW display.
Wireless Apple CarPlay works with supported iPhones running iOS 10 or newer.
Android Auto provides Google navigation, communication, music and Google Assistant through the original BMW screen.
Wireless Android Auto works with most supported Android phones running Android 10 or newer. Older compatible phones may require USB.
CarPlay and Android Auto show compatible driving apps installed on the connected phone. Hover over an app to read more about its navigation, music, radio, podcast, calling or messaging functions.
Compatible iPhone apps appear automatically in the CarPlay menu when installed and enabled on the connected phone.
Apple Maps
Apple Maps brings turn-by-turn navigation to Apple CarPlay with destination search, traffic-aware routing and spoken guidance through Siri. Routes and directions are displayed on the original BMW multimedia screen.
Google Maps
Google Maps for Apple CarPlay provides familiar route planning, live navigation and destination search from an iPhone. Drivers can follow directions on the BMW screen and use voice commands to search without handling the phone.
Waze
Waze on Apple CarPlay combines navigation with community-reported traffic conditions, road hazards and route updates. It is useful for drivers who want real-time information while travelling through busy urban areas or longer routes.
TomTom GO
TomTom GO offers clear turn-by-turn guidance, route planning and traffic-based navigation through Apple CarPlay. The app is designed for drivers who prefer TomTom maps and a dedicated navigation experience on the vehicle display.
Apple Music
Apple Music integrates directly with Apple CarPlay, allowing drivers to browse music, playlists, albums and personalised recommendations. Playback can be controlled through the BMW buttons, steering-wheel controls or Siri.
Spotify
Spotify on Apple CarPlay provides access to music, playlists, podcasts and personalised listening. Drivers can use the original BMW controls or Siri to start playback, change tracks and search for audio content.
YouTube Music
YouTube Music works as an audio app in Apple CarPlay, giving access to music, playlists, mixes and saved content. Video is not displayed while driving; the CarPlay interface focuses on safe audio playback and voice control.
Amazon Music
Amazon Music allows compatible subscribers to play songs, albums, playlists and stations through Apple CarPlay. The app can be controlled from the vehicle interface or by using Siri voice commands.
TIDAL
TIDAL brings its music catalogue, playlists and personalised recommendations to Apple CarPlay. It is suitable for drivers who already use TIDAL and want convenient access through the original BMW multimedia screen.
TuneIn Radio
TuneIn Radio provides internet radio stations, news, sports, music and podcasts through Apple CarPlay. It is also a practical alternative when the factory FM radio cannot be heard at the same time as CarPlay audio.
Apple Podcasts
Apple Podcasts lets drivers continue subscribed shows, browse saved episodes and control podcast playback through Apple CarPlay. Siri can help start a programme or resume listening without using the iPhone screen.
Audible
Audible gives access to audiobooks and spoken-word content through Apple CarPlay. Drivers can continue a book, pause playback and move between chapters using the vehicle controls or Siri.
The Apple CarPlay Phone app allows hands-free calling through the vehicle interface. Drivers can access recent calls, contacts and voicemail, or ask Siri to call a person without touching the phone.
Messages in Apple CarPlay supports voice-based reading and sending of compatible messages through Siri. The system is designed to minimise the need to look at or operate the iPhone while driving.
WhatsApp
WhatsApp can provide supported voice calling and messaging functions through Apple CarPlay. Siri can read incoming messages aloud and help compose replies while the phone remains safely stored.
LINE
LINE offers compatible messaging and calling functions through Apple CarPlay where supported. Voice control helps drivers hear and respond to messages without opening the mobile app on the phone.
Android Auto shows compatible apps installed and enabled on the connected Android phone.
Google Maps
Google Maps is closely integrated with Android Auto and provides route guidance, traffic information, destination search and spoken directions. The map appears on the original BMW display and can be controlled with voice commands.
Waze
Waze on Android Auto provides navigation together with community-reported traffic, hazards and road updates. It can automatically suggest alternative routes when conditions change during the journey.
TomTom AmiGO
TomTom AmiGO provides turn-by-turn navigation, traffic information and speed-related driving alerts through Android Auto. It is a useful alternative for drivers who prefer the TomTom navigation environment.
Sygic
Sygic supports navigation through Android Auto on compatible phones and accounts. It provides map guidance and route information on the vehicle screen, making it suitable for drivers who already use Sygic on their Android phone.
Spotify
Spotify on Android Auto provides music, playlists, podcasts and personalised recommendations through the car display. Playback can be controlled through the BMW buttons, steering wheel or Google voice control.
YouTube Music
YouTube Music provides audio playback, playlists, mixes and music recommendations through Android Auto. The driving interface is designed for audio control and does not show normal YouTube video content.
Amazon Music
Amazon Music gives compatible users access to songs, albums, playlists and stations through Android Auto. Playback can be managed from the original BMW controls or with Google voice commands.
TIDAL
TIDAL works with Android Auto to provide music, playlists and personalised audio recommendations through the original vehicle display. It allows existing TIDAL users to continue listening without operating the phone.
Deezer
Deezer on Android Auto provides music, playlists, Flow recommendations and saved audio through the vehicle interface. Drivers can control playback with the BMW controls or supported voice commands.
TuneIn Radio
TuneIn Radio provides internet radio, news, sports, music and podcasts through Android Auto. It is useful when drivers want radio-style content while the multimedia system is using the Android Auto audio channel.
Audible
Audible for Android Auto allows drivers to listen to audiobooks and spoken-word content. The simplified in-car controls make it easy to pause, resume and move through a book during a journey.
Pocket Casts
Pocket Casts provides podcast subscriptions, episode queues and playback controls through Android Auto. It is suited to drivers who want organised access to favourite podcasts on the original BMW screen.
The Android Auto Phone app supports hands-free calls, recent-call access and contact search through the car interface. Google voice control can place calls while the phone stays out of the driver’s hands.
Android Auto messaging functions can read compatible incoming messages aloud and help create replies by voice. This keeps communication available while reducing interaction with the phone screen.
WhatsApp
WhatsApp provides compatible voice calling and messaging features through Android Auto. Incoming messages can be read aloud, and replies can be created using Google voice control.
Telegram
Telegram can provide supported messaging functions through Android Auto, including spoken notifications and voice replies. Availability depends on the phone, app version and Android Auto support.
The package includes the BMW i3 / i8 CarPlay and Android Auto interface, vehicle-specific wiring, LVDS connections, USB cable and external antenna required for the selected NBT or NBT EVO version.
The module uses the existing BMW multimedia display instead of replacing it with an aftermarket screen. The original dashboard layout, screen housing and iDrive controller remain in place.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto appear directly on the factory display, while the original BMW iDrive menu can be reopened whenever vehicle settings or factory media functions are needed.
The interface is controlled through the original iDrive rotary controller, steering-wheel buttons or connected phone, maintaining the familiar BMW operating experience.
Select the module version that matches the original BMW iDrive system. Production dates and iDrive menu design should both be checked before ordering.
Compare the appearance of the original iDrive main menu before choosing the product variation. This module supports the NBT and NBT EVO systems shown below.
Quick comparison of the NBT and NBT EVO screen layouts used in BMW i3 and i8 vehicles.
Detailed menu examples for NBT and NBT EVO ID5 / ID6 systems. All shown system types are supported by the corresponding module version.
The interface can use the original BMW Bluetooth audio channel, helping maintain better sound quality than a basic AUX-only connection.
Use navigation, music and supported apps through a layout designed for safe and convenient operation from the original iDrive controller.
Split-screen navigation and music view
Full-screen Waze navigation
CarPlay app menu on the factory display
Operate CarPlay and Android Auto through the original iDrive rotary controller, steering-wheel buttons or connected phone.
The original BMW iDrive menu remains available whenever vehicle settings or factory multimedia functions are needed.
Selecting reverse gear automatically returns the display to the original rear camera or parking-sensor information.
Compatible additional front or rear cameras can also be connected to the integration module.
NBT and NBT EVO modules are different product variations. Select the version only after identifying the original BMW iDrive system.
When uncertain, send a photo of the complete screen and iDrive controller together with the vehicle production date.
Wireless Apple CarPlay works with supported iPhones running iOS 10 or newer.
Wireless Android Auto works with most supported Android phones running Android 10 or newer. Older compatible phones and Huawei devices using Android 10 / EMUI 10 may require a USB connection.
Use Siri or Google Assistant for navigation requests, calls, messages and music control while keeping your hands on the wheel.
Voice assistance is available through compatible Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functions.
The module retains the compatible original BMW parking display and automatically switches to it when reverse gear is selected.
This video demonstrates a similar BMW i3 MMI retrofit installation. Connections and component placement can differ between NBT and NBT EVO versions.
This module adds wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to compatible BMW i3 and i8 vehicles equipped with NBT or NBT EVO while retaining the original screen, iDrive controller and dashboard appearance.
The original BMW menu, Bluetooth audio, steering-wheel controls, parking sensors and compatible camera functions remain available alongside navigation, music, calls, messaging, supported apps, AirPlay and screen mirroring.
Before ordering, confirm the vehicle production date and whether the original iDrive system is NBT or NBT EVO. Professional installation is recommended because the original display, multimedia connections and vehicle wiring must be accessed correctly.
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