[katsu]

Originally Posted by JSpira

Not even close. The TCU has Bluetooth and BMW Assist functionality.

I think we are getting mixed up between "BMW Assist" (which includes bluetooth) and "BMW Roadside Assistance". I meant all cars come with Roadside Assistance for 4 years, but BMW Assist is optional. So this EAS kit is for cars ordered without BMW Assist, because as mentioned, ALL new BMW's include Roadside Assistance.

[magmd]

*yawn*

I hope this is not just another vaporware thread...

[Autobot]

Any updates?

[tom @ eas]

Originally Posted by magmd

*yawn*

I hope this is not just another vaporware thread...

Please don't assume.

Originally Posted by Autobot

Any updates?

Yes - we are completing emulation on CCC-based units prefer to wait until ASK and M-ASK emulation is complete. If there are e9X vehicles (since all are CC at this time of posting) looking for bluetooth, we may be able to provide kits shortly.

As indicated earlier - we will be starting a new thread when the kits are ready to be released.

[Trojan_Fan]

I call shotgun!!

Eagerly awaiting results. So Cal here and, as of July 1, desperately in need of a quality hands free product for my E90.

[S_M]

Any updates? Im about to go out an buy a parrot kit...

[aasd]

Originally Posted by reallyslow

Any updates? Im about to go out an buy a parrot kit...

I shoot tom an email, told me they would run the final tests post July 4th and get back to me soon. it's been two weeks since then, an no dice.. I think I am getting the OEM TCU very soon. At the rate they are going, they're losing potential customers (at least in Cali) by the minute since most are seriously looking into having a BT system in their cars

[magmd]

Originally Posted by magmd

*yawn*

I hope this is not just another vaporware thread...

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Please don't assume.



Yes - we are completing emulation on CCC-based units prefer to wait until ASK and M-ASK emulation is complete. If there are e9X vehicles (since all are CC at this time of posting) looking for bluetooth, we may be able to provide kits shortly.

As indicated earlier - we will be starting a new thread when the kits are ready to be released.

Originally Posted by aasd

I shoot tom an email, told me they would run the final tests post July 4th and get back to me soon. it's been two weeks since then, an no dice.. I think I am getting the OEM TCU very soon. At the rate they are going, they're losing potential customers (at least in Cali) by the minute since most are seriously looking into having a BT system in their cars

1 month later from my last post. Still nothing concrete. Just "soon". I am getting my OEM TCU installed today. Tired of waiting for promises. As I stated before...good luck with the vapors.

[aasd]

Originally Posted by magmd

1 month later from my last post. Still nothing concrete. Just "soon". I am getting my OEM TCU installed today. Tired of waiting for promises. As I stated before...good luck with the vapors.

PM Sent

[web1b]

Originally Posted by magmd

1 month later from my last post. Still nothing concrete. Just "soon". I am getting my OEM TCU installed today. Tired of waiting for promises. As I stated before...good luck with the vapors.

What is the dealer going to charge for the OEM installation?
Did you buy your parts through the same dealer or mail order?

[Streetfish]

any update from EAS????

[tom @ eas]

Originally Posted by Streetfish

any update from EAS????

As indicated earlier - we will be starting a new thread when the kits are ready to be released, coding is still being finalized on vehicles.

[web1b]

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

As indicated earlier - we will be starting a new thread when the kits are ready to be released, coding is still being finalized on vehicles.

I notice you have that sig banner about HD radio, but I went to the site I see it only works with the older 3-series.
Do you plan to make a HD radio kit for the e-90?

[tom @ eas]

Originally Posted by web1b

I notice you have that sig banner about HD radio, but I went to the site I see it only works with the older 3-series.
Do you plan to make a HD radio kit for the e-90?

Unfortunately, no. HD-specific HUs are available from BMW.

[web1b]

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Unfortunately, no. HD-specific HUs are available from BMW.

I don't understand what that means. Why would it need to come come from BMW?
Can't a third party make an HD radio kit that plugs in using the same method that the XM and Sirius add-ons plug into the standard radio?
I might get the XM radio kit, but I have a short commute and I can't justify the XM monthly fees and I'd rather just listen to the local HD stations anyway and enjoy the better sound quality.

[tom @ eas]

Originally Posted by web1b

I don't understand what that means. Why would it need to come come from BMW?
Can't a third party make an HD radio kit that plugs in using the same method that the XM and Sirius add-ons plug into the standard radio?
I might get the XM radio kit, but I have a short commute and I can't justify the XM monthly fees and I'd rather just listen to the local HD stations anyway and enjoy the better sound quality.

BMW already offers head units equipped with HD Radio, there is no reason to make another. The units are pricey at about $1200+ without coding.

[web1b]

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

BMW already offers head units equipped with HD Radio, there is no reason to make another. The units are pricey at about $1200+ without coding.

So it has to be built into head unit for some reason? Does the XM add-on kit have to be built into the HU?
The fact that it would cost $1200 to get the BMW branded unit (which means zero takers at that price) is plenty of reason for an aftermarket company to make an affordable HD kit that would plug into the the standard HU.

Replacing the standard headunit for $1200 plus coding just to get HD radio is not an option anyone is considering.

[tom @ eas]

Originally Posted by web1b

So it has to be built into head unit for some reason? Does the XM add-on kit have to be built into the HU?
The fact that it would cost $1200 to get the BMW branded unit (which means zero takers at that price) is plenty of reason for an aftermarket company to make an affordable HD kit that would plug into the the standard HU.

Replacing the standard headunit for $1200 plus coding just to get HD radio is not an option anyone is considering.

There is an HD-Radio specific radio, the HD option is part of the head unit. There is no XM option for the e9X, only Sirius.

[web1b]

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

There is an HD-Radio specific radio, the HD option is part of the head unit. There is no XM option for the e9X, only Sirius.

You're not really answering the question, but I give up now.

[Trojan_Fan]

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

As indicated earlier - we will be starting a new thread when the kits are ready to be released, coding is still being finalized on vehicles.

Thanks for the update Tom. If you hear 'nothing' for too long it indicates the project has gone bye bye and died quietly.

I look forward to this new product, but my poor bruised ear (from a bluetooth headset) looks forward to it even more.

[aasd]

Originally Posted by web1b

You're not really answering the question, but I give up now.

+ 1

[tom @ eas]

Originally Posted by Trojan_Fan

Thanks for the update Tom. If you hear 'nothing' for too long it indicates the project has gone bye bye and died quietly.

I look forward to this new product, but my poor bruised ear (from a bluetooth headset) looks forward to it even more.

I understand - I refuse to use a headset myself.