11-09-2023, 05:29 AM | #1 |
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Has anyone with the i5 had any issues getting the eSIM working? I have everything set up with ATT, but it seems like it’s a issue on BMW side. I was told they opened a ticket but that’s the last I heard.
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Does the streaming video go full screen? |
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11-13-2023, 11:21 AM | #3 |
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03-13-2024, 12:42 PM | #4 |
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In Germany BMW now has partnered with Ubigi to provide eSIM integration for those that do not have Vodafone or Telekom.
When setting up eSIM it will give you the QR code to set it up on your phone browser and then give you the option of Vodafone, Telekom, or Other. When selecting Other it takes you to Ubigi.me where you can sign up with Ubigi for €10 per month for unlimited data in Europe (data will slow down after 100GB). The process is seamless from there and the eSIM is set up. I had hopes that they would enable the SIM Reader so I can use my current provider (O2), but this is a nice option for now. Ubigi then allows you to use the eSIM for data only (no phone calls) and from what I can tell the benefits you get are the Hotspot feature, as well as the YouTube and the Bundesliga app. The Video app interestingly was already working without eSIM. Overall, for €10 per month, this may not be worthwhile for everyone. I will see what my experience is. Last edited by bmw_maniac; 03-13-2024 at 01:59 PM.. |
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I can't get it to set up because my Verizon account is a business account.
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03-13-2024, 05:14 PM | #7 | |
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It seems they are focusing on Europe for now. https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/globa...on?language=en |
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Do you know if bmw plans to enable sim reader in us? |
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03-14-2024, 04:27 PM | #9 |
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I don’t know, but the fact that they did not enable it in Germany and instead created a partnership with a 3rd party eSIM provider makes me suspect that they don’t plan to enable the SIM reader on the G60. It’s just a hunch though. If they do enable it, it would come through an iDrive software update.
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I wonder if it might be coded in countries where its unavailable
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In canada theres no bmw esim supportive carrier and no sim reader allowed in bmw 8.5
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What does the eSIM offer anyway, as I still have all access to everything needed…..? |
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03-15-2024, 06:39 PM | #15 | |
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Has anyone been able to get the SIM Reader to work in an i5? To be specific, the SIM reader is a little device that holds a plastic SIM and is supposed to be an alternative to using an eSIM. I never got the SIM Reader to work (setup never proposes SIM Reader as an option) which is why I like this new option. |
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So looks like there is additional charge to do this in USA - TMOBILE provider?
Just tried and last page shows Magenta Drive for BWM TE Price $20/month why T-Mobile is charging additional? isn't this additional esim to the same line? |
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It’s hard to understand what you’re asking. Are you asking if activating the eSIM should be free? It carries a monthly charge regardless of your cellular provider. $20 per month is pretty standard.
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I suppose they want to charge $20/month for the car instead of $10/month like for my watch because they probably expect the car to use more data than a watch. Just my guess. I may look into it more with T-Mobile once I get my car.
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I believe the eSIM on tmobile is associated with a number for the car and there is some way in which that connects with your phone. Not sure about the ins and outs of how it works.
Still don't get the value of it though. |
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It works with several cell carriers including AT&T. It allows you to make and receive calls at your usual cell phone number even if the phone is not in the car. It allows calls to use the car’s larger 5G antenna for better cell reception. It also enables the You Tube and Bundesliga apps.
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