The New BMW iDrive 8

A new generation of BMW iDrive pushes the limits of possible with a newly designed BMW Curved Display, enhanced BMW Personal Intelligent Assistant, and available 5G connectivity, debuting in the upcoming new BMW iX and i4 fully electric vehicles.

BMW iDrive 8

Debuting in the upcoming fully electric iX and i4, the newest design of BMW’s driver-passenger-vehicle interface will provide a more natural interactive experience between the driver and their BMW. The all-new BMW iDrive 8 includes a new generation of displays, controls, software, and extremely powerful connectivity and data processing. Head to BMW USA News to learn more.

BMW iDrive 8 Graphical Interface

The new generation of BMW iDrive brings with it a new design language with eye-catching graphics, colors, and futuristic textures to create an immersive visual experience as well as a new optimized interface that is easy to use and easy to understand.

Natural Dialogue With BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant

The new generation of BMW iDrive also brings in new features within the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is the “face” of the in-car intelligence. Users can still give the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant a name of their choice which they can then use as a prompt.

Greater Personalization Using BMW ID

BMW ID will allow users to securely store personalized settings and transfer them between vehicles. Users can simply scan a QR code to create a new BMW ID on a smartphone. They can then also create a PIN code to associate with a particular key to help prevent other vehicle users from accessing their personal data.

Great Entrance Moments

BMW iDrive 8 also creates unique experiences to appeal to the senses. “Great Entrance Moments” is the name given to the user experience from the point when the driver first approaches the vehicle until the journey commences. This feature guides the customer to their car, facilitates entry, welcomes them, and makes sure they are perfectly prepared for the journey ahead.

Ultra-wideband (UWB) radio technology allows precision location pinpointing between vehicle and the key or smartphone which allows the car to know exactly where the driver is approaching from and how far away they are. Once the driver is within 10 feet, the vehicle starts to wake up and indicates this with a gradually intensifying, dynamic lighting effect using the headlights and rear lights. A soft light comes on in the cabin and the vehicle shows the customer the way to the entrance area, which is lit up by a light carpet in the vicinity of the driver’s door featuring geometric forms inspired by the elements of the graphical user interface. At the same time, the door handles and trunk lid handle are illuminated.

Once the driver moves to within five feet, the vehicle unlocks no matter whether they are carrying their UWB-equipped key or a smartphone with BMW Digital Key Plus. The vehicle also now indicates that it is getting ready to drive by folding out the exterior mirrors. Opening a door activates the seat’s entry assistance feature along with the surface and steering wheel heating. The interior light illuminates the area from the entrance to the center console. The entire BMW Curved Display is taken up by a BMW-style welcome animation that shows the system is starting up.

BMW iDrive My Modes

The new ‘My Modes’ feature focuses on the driver’s personal preferences, creating unique moments for both the driver and their passengers. My Modes are designed to stimulate multiple senses, from sight to hearing to touch. They can be selected by voice command or by using a dedicated button on the center console. The initial version of My Modes will combine up to ten different parameters in the vehicle, whose settings are activated with a single command.

BMW iDrive 5G Mobile Technology

The BMW iX will be the first premium model available worldwide that is compatible with 5G mobile technology. 5G offers fast data transmission and expands the possibilities for connectivity between the vehicle and its environment.

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