9th gen iDrive infotainment operating system to debut soon

9th gen iDrive infotainment operating system to debut soon

KUALA LUMPUR: Two years back BMW launched the iDrive 8.0 system and now it’s time for an upgrade. This year, the automaker will debut the iDrive 9.0 infotainment operating system.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Which BMW models will benefit from the iDrive 9.0 system?

    The iDrive 9.0 operating system will first feature in the second-gen X2 before rolling out to other models like the 2 Series Active Tourer and the all-new X1.
  • What are the key highlights of iDrive 9.0 system?

    The iDrive 9.0 will forgo the Linux-based operating system for an Android-based package. The latest BMW says will offer faster and more seamless operational capabilities.
  • iDrive 9.0 infotainment operating system - DETAILS

    Here are the key details about the upcoming iDrive 9.0 infotainment operating system -

    • Unlike the previous gen operating system, the iDrive 9.0 will forgo the Linux-based operating system for an Android-based package. The latest BMW says will offer faster and more seamless operational capabilities
    • A new ‘content-driven’ interface will replace the current tile-based home screen
    • It’ll come with voice-based functionality and feature an updated touchscreen interface

    iDrive 9.0 infotainment operating system - FEATURES

    • Part of the new Android-based operating system will be a new app store function
    • Over-the-air software updates and 5G connectivity will provide ease of functionality to the consumer
    • Digital air-conditioning controls have been extensively reworked and simplified for the new operating system

    The iDrive 9.0 operating system will first feature in the second-gen X2 before rolling out to other models like the 2 Series Active Tourer and the all-new X1.

    MINI iDrive 9.0 infotainment operating system

    In addition, the upcoming MINI models are also reported to benefit from the new iDrive 9.0 system, however, with a MINI-specific interface.

    Also Read: All-new BMW M2 coupe on its way to Malaysia; ROI open

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