Hi All!
I have spent COUNTLESS hours working with over 7 different devices trying to come up with the ultimate AndroidPC solution for my e92M with the OEM 8.8" Nav screen. I have finally found what I would consider to be the best match to my end goal.
This project may be a bit geeky for some guys so I will try and be as thorough as possible. If you know the Android OS, you already are a step ahead. IF YOU ARE AN APPLE PERSON, HIT THE BACK BUTTON IN YOUR BROWSER NOW.. Your dumb proprietary hardware does not apply. LOL :)
Before we begin, I would like to give credit to whats77inaname. While I had the idea in my mind, he pulled the trigger first and inspired me. He has provided me with some great ideas. So, thank you as I probably would have not executed this!! :respect:
His original thread found here: http://ift.tt/1CnoHtn
DISCLAIMER: I am not responsible for anything you do to your car or yourself in any negative way. I will, however, take responsibility in any good you do. THIS CAN BE A HUGE DISTRACTION WHILE DRIVING. USE IT RESPONSIBLY AND KEEP YOUR EYES ON THE ROAD!
HIGHLY Recommended!!: Play/work with the APC (AndroidPC) in your home, on a TV/monitor, with the typical desktop keyboard and mouse.Learn how to navigate through Android and the apps while at home (repeat: at home)! Knowing the system will make it easier as a driver. You should have the APC and Apps setup/configured 99% before even installing in your car (seriously). When working in the car, a battery charger is needed (unless you want to burn gas) to prevent a dead battery. I made the system easily removable for tweeks made in the house.
From a "30,000 foot perspective": This system will enable you to have a fully working Android OS, music/movies/entertainment, car diagnostics/logging, Navigation, and more. With the BMW Multimedia Interface (MMI), you will have a (composite) video-input to interface the APC to. The touchpad mouse gives you control and the web camera gives you voice control. The Bluetooth GPS receiver will fill the absence of a built-in receiver but, the external adapter is extremely accurate and quick to lock onto location which is a great advantage. The APC is powered by a 12v to 5v3a transformer. The transformer is powered by a fuse tap. Cellular Hotspot to provide the world wide web. I will get into details on the hardware later.
This project is for someone who wants some smarter technology in their car but, doesn't want to go with a Tablet installed in/on their dash. This puts the OEM CCC NAV UI to shame (and probably the CIC too). Its not perfect, but its the bleeding edge of technology so it's expected. This is not idiot proof and has taken me a long time to find the configs that work best for me. There is a ton of info in this thread that I WISH I had a long time ago.
The most important part of this for myself was to have an easy to operate (that may be subjective to the user) and an OEM feel & look. The APC composite video connected into the MMI, displaying it onto the 8.8 NAV screen, with clarity that can be seen from a distance, accurate gps location, snappy UI with my favorite Apps, and a seamless integration to the car is my goal.
Sorry about the crappy phone pics..
I have spent COUNTLESS hours working with over 7 different devices trying to come up with the ultimate AndroidPC solution for my e92M with the OEM 8.8" Nav screen. I have finally found what I would consider to be the best match to my end goal.
This project may be a bit geeky for some guys so I will try and be as thorough as possible. If you know the Android OS, you already are a step ahead. IF YOU ARE AN APPLE PERSON, HIT THE BACK BUTTON IN YOUR BROWSER NOW.. Your dumb proprietary hardware does not apply. LOL :)
Before we begin, I would like to give credit to whats77inaname. While I had the idea in my mind, he pulled the trigger first and inspired me. He has provided me with some great ideas. So, thank you as I probably would have not executed this!! :respect:
His original thread found here: http://ift.tt/1CnoHtn
DISCLAIMER: I am not responsible for anything you do to your car or yourself in any negative way. I will, however, take responsibility in any good you do. THIS CAN BE A HUGE DISTRACTION WHILE DRIVING. USE IT RESPONSIBLY AND KEEP YOUR EYES ON THE ROAD!
HIGHLY Recommended!!: Play/work with the APC (AndroidPC) in your home, on a TV/monitor, with the typical desktop keyboard and mouse.Learn how to navigate through Android and the apps while at home (repeat: at home)! Knowing the system will make it easier as a driver. You should have the APC and Apps setup/configured 99% before even installing in your car (seriously). When working in the car, a battery charger is needed (unless you want to burn gas) to prevent a dead battery. I made the system easily removable for tweeks made in the house.
From a "30,000 foot perspective": This system will enable you to have a fully working Android OS, music/movies/entertainment, car diagnostics/logging, Navigation, and more. With the BMW Multimedia Interface (MMI), you will have a (composite) video-input to interface the APC to. The touchpad mouse gives you control and the web camera gives you voice control. The Bluetooth GPS receiver will fill the absence of a built-in receiver but, the external adapter is extremely accurate and quick to lock onto location which is a great advantage. The APC is powered by a 12v to 5v3a transformer. The transformer is powered by a fuse tap. Cellular Hotspot to provide the world wide web. I will get into details on the hardware later.
This project is for someone who wants some smarter technology in their car but, doesn't want to go with a Tablet installed in/on their dash. This puts the OEM CCC NAV UI to shame (and probably the CIC too). Its not perfect, but its the bleeding edge of technology so it's expected. This is not idiot proof and has taken me a long time to find the configs that work best for me. There is a ton of info in this thread that I WISH I had a long time ago.
The most important part of this for myself was to have an easy to operate (that may be subjective to the user) and an OEM feel & look. The APC composite video connected into the MMI, displaying it onto the 8.8 NAV screen, with clarity that can be seen from a distance, accurate gps location, snappy UI with my favorite Apps, and a seamless integration to the car is my goal.
Sorry about the crappy phone pics..
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