how about the Nav lady telling me if my destination is on the left or right

Does anyone actually know if BMW has had any history of actually making improvements to idrives already installed in vehicles and giving them out or maybe charging a nominal fee for upgrades?

It seems like it wouldn't be rocket science to do it.

you can get your progman version updated, but usually its a PITA to get for free. It takes the dealership a few hours to flash new software and that's assuming if everything goes right and they don't have to start over a few times (which usually happen).

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whats up with this...this is the only Nav in the universe that does not tell you which side of the street.

I've had mine updated twice for free

More intutive touch screen interface would be nice!

How about a new version made by Apple?

I prefer the IDrive control...I had a Lexus w/ touch screen and it forces you to lean forward and take your eyes off the road. With the Idrive I rarely take my eyes off the road when navigating.

I know, but all the rumors indicate that they're going to be working with Mercedes and their COMMAND system.

Makes no sense, since BMW was the first to incorporate iPod and iPhone into their cars, and because the iDrive philosophy seems identical to the iPod clickwheel philosophy...