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Originally Posted by Tim K

I have not been able to determine the DVD version without pulling the factory disc and checking the label. None of the "hidden menus" in the nav system pull up the version (at least in NAV Pro). Scanning the disc in a computer using the search function does not display a date, either.
There was no problem from the dealer when I asked for the most current disc. I simply told the salesman I knew a newer version was available; he checked with the service department, and they confirmed it was available but their copies had not yet arrived.

Finally home, I took out the DVD and saw 2008.1 So the problems encountered during my 3.5K tour were present even though I had the latest maps from NavTeq that BMW provides.

When does the next one come out? How often do these upgrades come out? Is there a way to check online what the next map covers so I can determine if it is worth the $200?