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#42 of 46 2009 iDrive by rv65 Jun 22, 2008 (10:40 pm)
In 2009 a revised iDrive is being released. Has a higher resolution screen and probably a better interface. A 40GB Hard Drive is an improvement over the DVD based system. Maps have to be updated by a dealer though . The Hard drive can store maps, phone entries, and Music. Can rip your favorite songs or Audio CD's straight to the hard drive. Hope this helps.   Edit: It might actually store more than 18 GB of Music. 8 GB is for maps. and some could be for phone and maybe other stuff. Maybe even the idrive system itself.
#43 of 46 the new iDirve by carnaught Nov 02, 2008 (8:23 am)
Just took delivery yesterday of an '09 3 Series with iDrive. I've always liked the concept of iDrive even though I admit that the Japanese cars have better ergonomics and interfaces. That said, the new generation iDrive is MUCH improved. The graphics are indeed improved with less steps required than past iDrives and there is a reverse button and multiple buttons around the central controller, These allow you to go to the menu, entertainment, nav., etc. functions directly. What really is incredible are the quantity of things you can store in the system from radio channels to personalizing the car. Like my '08, you can bypass the iDrive altogether by using 6 preset radio buttons on the center or using climate control functions there as well.   In summary, my initial impression is very favorable to iDrive. Still not perfect, it is still in a relatively pioneering phase for technology representing a computer-like format to control many functions of your car. And, it continues to get better and better.
#44 of 46 Videos of the new iDrive by rv65 Jan 25, 2009 (10:58 pm)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3v8W6-Is02E http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qVLPNfNac4   Videos of the newest idrive. It uses a much better screen. If you're ordering a new 2009 3 Series get the 6FL option since that gives you full ipod integration from the factory. Full USB devices integration is also good.
#45 of 46 navigation idrive system in 2009 328 by passion1 Aug 29, 2009 (9:33 pm)
hi folks, i have question about the navigation system in 2009 328i. when i use the navigation,its not telling the street or exit name or number which one i should follow through. it just say take right or take exit. some times when we have two exits like 64a and 64b consecutively,it just say take exit at right. so is there anything i should update my navigation in the car. its not great. can you help me through? the version of my navigation is BMW 1.2.8 ROAD MAP NORTH AMERICA PREMIUM 2009-1.
#46 of 46 2010 voice recognition system by rv65 Sep 26, 2009 (9:00 pm)
2010's get a new Voice recognition system. This can be retrofitted to an 09 but at a fee.

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