@whoopy-do - Yes, I have read the cable from BMW will resolve the issue. However, after specifying the USB/iPod connectivity I cannot see how BMW warrant charging extra for the cable (although, I convinced the dealer to gift this to me

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I have also read of people upgrading software in their cars and iPods - unsure why such effort is required to make an existing product work.
Anyway, just my two pennies worth. Happy motoring to all and any ideas would be appreciated.
I just found out our vehicle is being built in week 4 for delivery 2nd or 3rd week in March
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