[BLU135i]

Originally Posted by Oaktree

I think they already have an app that hits on some of the features wanted. I believe some functionality is only unlocked in Europe which is why I had to create a new iTunes account in the UK to try it.

https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/my-b...387675830?mt=8

and the one already mentioned https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/bmw-...406975118?mt=8

I just wish they would combine into a single app that worked well.

That me remote app sucks. Never works fore unless I want to know where I parked my car. Even then takes forever to connect

[BMW269]

Before, the smaller the better, today it is the opposite. All smartphones are soooooooooo huge.

[volkl23]

I wonder what kind of battery life that big honker is getting... Would be annoying if it dies in a day or two without charging.

[eldo33]

Originally Posted by BLU135i

No kidding. We can do it with credit cards but not car keys???

right cuz everyone wants EVERYTHING STORED on their phone these days. Then when your phone get stolen, you panic cuz all sensitive data is on it and your car might get stolen.

sometimes TOO MUCH TECH all in one isn't a good idea.

[Vervain]

Originally Posted by Majec9-7

This would be useful if it had wireless charging like some of the new phones. Just have a little area like for idea here where it could be charged. But yeah, as much as it does look cool, it may be just another awkward gadget to waive aroud with.

It does exactly that according to the original post..

[Vervain]

VW debuted their 'connected' Golf R with all new features including Digital Key which allows you to replace your VW key with your smartphone! lol

[M3 Adjuster]

Originally Posted by BLU135i

You can hang it around your neck and be the modern version of Flavor Flav.

Originally Posted by misterbeemer

Gimmicks galore. Going to need more pockets or need to start wearing cargo pants. Wallet, phone, house keys, and a giant car key. Great! No room left for emergency condoms. Sigh.

TOTALLY AGREE. Gotta find a. Spot for My big ass phone and my big ass key fob now.

[M3 Adjuster]

Originally Posted by snaimpally

+1. If I can use ApplePay on my smartphone to replace my creditcards, surely BMW can come up with an app to replace the key fob. Plus, the smartphone has a bigger screen etc. Who has room in their pockets for that key fob (looks like a phaser from ST TOS)?

forget Apple.. how about BMW? of course this was also posted today !

http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1075965

They make a credit card that functions as a key so you can RENT a bmw..... Yet when you buy a BMW you get a key the size of a smartphone.

[BLU135i]

Originally Posted by el_do33

right cuz everyone wants EVERYTHING STORED on their phone these days. Then when your phone get stolen, you panic cuz all sensitive data is on it and your car might get stolen.

sometimes TOO MUCH TECH all in one isn't a good idea.

Actually if my phone is stolen I just remote wipe it. Done.

[M3 Adjuster]

Originally Posted by BLU135i

Actually if my phone is stolen I just remote wipe it. Done.

Perhaps even easier than getting a lost key programmed out by the dealer service dept

[KGB_123_99]

Why do I need a fob to tell me how much gas I have left in the car??? Really?

[BLU135i]

Originally Posted by KGB_123_99

Why do I need a fob to tell me how much gas I have left in the car??? Really?

I wonder how much windshield washer fluid I have left.....I know I'll check the huge key. At least I'd never lose it or send it through the washer. Lol

[DCG]

Originally Posted by BLU135i

Why can't we just create an app for our phones that does all this. Lexus does this for the new RC F. I mean that thing is cool and all but it's huge.

Super cool key!

An app is a great idea as well.

[fecurtis]

Originally Posted by BLU135i

From Lexus
"LEXUS ENFORM REMOTE
Available on 2015 IS, GS, LS, RC, RC F and Navigation-equipped ES and NX, the new Lexus Enform Remote* mobile app can remotely lock and unlock doors, start the engine and climate controls, and can help find your vehicle's location in a parking lot. And, should you loan your Lexus to another driver, you can receive alerts if, for example, a preset speed or mile limit is exceeded."

Get onboard already BMW!!

BMW has an app that does most of that already. Mostly a gimmick though. I've rarely needed to use it unless I'm sitting somewhere asking myself "I locked my car right?".

I don't mind having a phone do all of these things but I don't want it to replace the key fob as some seem to be suggesting. If my phone dies or breaks then I'm screwed lol.

Or you'll get this, "I upgraded to iOS12 and now whenever I try to unlock my car, all of my contacts and emails are deleted."

[MalibuBimmer]

Originally Posted by sewell1894

The pictures already tell me that battery life is going to be a problem. I agree with the majority, make it an app

It is already an app.

[TheBry]

Originally Posted by Majec9-7

This would be useful if it had wireless charging like some of the new phones. Just have a little area like for idea here where it could be charged. But yeah, as much as it does look cool, it may be just another awkward gadget to waive aroud with.

Originally Posted by volkl23

I wonder what kind of battery life that big honker is getting... Would be annoying if it dies in a day or two without charging.

Did you guys even read the press release that accompanied the photos? The product info in the release states the battery life for the fob is three months on a single charge. The fob can be charged "inductively" inside the car using an optional integrated inductive charging cradle.

But this thing is going to be DOA. It's just too frickin' huge! No one is going to want to carry it. An iPhone app would be better -- and not one that requires sending commands through the existing BMW Assist satellite / server farms like today's app does -- it takes AGES to execute the simplest of commands.

[Sean@PSI]

Love it, but seems super large...

[ShocknAwe]

Congratulations, now the BMW keys (keyfobs) are huge just like their cars!

[rodness]

Originally Posted by TheBry

Did you guys even read the press release that accompanied the photos? The product info in the release states the battery life for the fob is three months on a single charge. The fob can be charged "inductively" inside the car using an optional integrated inductive charging cradle.

Thus defeating the purpose of CA, when you have to take your key out of your pocket so your car can charge it.

And three months? With a large display? I want some of whatever they're on.

As I said before, great, it's a halo innovation. I hope they don't trickle it down to the rest of the line. I'd prefer my keys to be getting smaller, not bigger. Hell, with the "kick under" feature (LOVE IT, whatever it's called) I don't really even need the trunk release on the fob. I'd rather have a smaller key in my pocket.