Is BMW software free?
Your BMW regularly receives new functions, functional upgrades and quality improvements free of charge with the BMW Remote Software Upgrades service. Detailed information on all new features for your BMW can be found in the Highlights section of the My BMW App. The initial setup and basic features of BMW ConnectedDrive are complimentary, including the free My BMW app that allows you to interact with ConnectedDrive via your smartphone. There are additional subscription services available after your initial trial period, which may vary based on your specific vehicle.Select the BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades tile. This menu details available Digital Premium services and those to which you are currently subscribed. Select From $9. Month to begin the subscription process. Confirm monthly or annual subscription to BMW Digital Premium and follow the prompts to complete the purchase.When a new version becomes available, you’re notified on the My BMW App and Central Information Display in your BMW. Simply download the update on your mobile device, or directly to your vehicle. Then, when your vehicle is parked run the installation at a convenient time.Find your VIN in your owner’s manual to get started. Enter the VIN online to see what updates you need. Download available updates on the BMW website. Use the USB port in your BMW vehicle to update your BMW iDrive software!Any owner can install this kind of update themselves as long as their car features a Combox, which works with iDrive and enhances many technology features in your BMW. Newer NBT and later iDrive systems have Combox functionality built-in, making things even easier.