The Carplay MMI adapter allows you to use Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Screen Mirror and AirPlay functions on the original screen: Google Maps, Waze, Sygic Navigation, Apple Maps, Spotify, Apple Music, WhatsApp, Deezer, Podcasts – all these apps become available on your original multimedia screen!
The module has a function to use your car’s original Bluetooth channel, thus maintaining good audio quality compared to the AUX audio channel. You can also use the original car Bluetooth phone function through Apple Carplay / Android Auto.
How to enable this function can be read here
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| iDrive NBT EVO : 2017 - 2020 | 1 |
| iDrive BIS : 2018-2019 |
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Upgrade a compatible MINI with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto while retaining the original multimedia screen, dashboard appearance and factory controls.
The interface supports navigation, music, calls, messages and compatible smartphone apps on the original MINI display. Screen Mirroring, AirPlay and USB media playback are also available.
Four product variations are offered for MINI CIC, NBT, NBT EVO and BIS systems. The correct version must match the original iDrive menu and production period.
Keep the factory display, central controller, steering-wheel buttons, parking functions and familiar MINI interior while adding wireless smartphone integration.
Connect a compatible smartphone wirelessly through Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth or use the USB connection when a wired connection is preferred.
Use Apple Maps, Google Maps, Waze, music, calls, messages and Siri through the original MINI display.
Wireless Apple CarPlay is supported with compatible iPhones using iOS 12 or newer.
Use Google Maps, Waze, music, calls, messages and Google Assistant through the original MINI display.
Wireless Android Auto is supported with most compatible Android phones using Android 11 or newer.
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 module hardware and wiring differ according to the original MINI multimedia system. Compare the menu design and choose the matching variation.
The module uses the existing MINI multimedia display instead of replacing it with an aftermarket screen. The dashboard, display housing and original controls remain in place.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto appear directly on the factory display, while the original MINI menu can be reopened whenever vehicle settings, radio or factory multimedia functions are required.
The interface is controlled through the original central controller, steering-wheel buttons or connected smartphone.
The product is offered for compatible MINI vehicles manufactured approximately between 2008 and 2020. The selected module must match the original multimedia system.
Compare the original MINI main menu with the four examples below. The selected module version must match the original multimedia system.
The four menu designs correspond to the CIC, NBT, NBT EVO and BIS product variations.
Example of Apple CarPlay displayed on the original MINI screen after installation.
Where the vehicle supports original Bluetooth audio streaming, the module can route Apple CarPlay and Android Auto sound through the factory Bluetooth channel instead of AUX.
Navigation, music, calls and compatible applications are displayed through interfaces designed for use while driving.
Apple CarPlay applications and navigation
Android Auto navigation, music and communication
Original screen and dashboard appearance retained
Operate Apple CarPlay and Android Auto through the original central controller, steering-wheel buttons or connected smartphone.
The original MINI menu remains available whenever vehicle settings, radio or factory multimedia functions are required.
Selecting reverse gear automatically returns the display to the original rear camera or parking-sensor information.
Optional front and rear cameras can also be connected to the module’s own camera-control inputs.
CIC, NBT, NBT EVO and BIS use different interfaces and wiring. The production year alone is not always sufficient.
Compare the original menu with the system image or send a clear dashboard photo.
Wireless Apple CarPlay requires a compatible iPhone using iOS 12 or newer.
Wireless Android Auto requires a compatible Android phone, typically using Android 11 or newer.
Use Siri or Google Assistant for navigation requests, calls, messages and music control while keeping your hands on the wheel.
Compatible voice-assistant functions are available through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The interface retains compatible original MINI parking functions and automatically switches to them when reverse gear is selected.
This interface adds wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to compatible MINI vehicles while retaining the original screen, central controller, steering-wheel buttons and dashboard appearance.
Separate versions are available for CIC, NBT, NBT EVO and BIS. The module also supports Screen Mirroring, AirPlay, USB media playback, sound adjustment and additional front or rear cameras.
Before ordering, confirm the original iDrive system and smartphone requirements. Where the vehicle supports factory Bluetooth audio streaming, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto sound can be routed through the original Bluetooth channel.
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| MINI iDrive tipai | iDrive BIS: 2018 – 2019, iDrive CIC : 2008 – 2012, iDrive NBT : 2013 – 2016, iDrive NBT EVO : 2017 – 2020 |
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