Comments on: MINI Adds Smartphone Connection for ’09 http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/ MotoringFile | MINI news, reviews and opinion. MINI Cooper, Cooper S, Clubman, Countryman Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:14:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: iPhone 3G armrest snap-in - MINI2 - MINI Forum http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/comment-page-1/#comment-247187 iPhone 3G armrest snap-in - MINI2 - MINI Forum Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:58:55 +0000 http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/#comment-247187 <p>[...] 043 The smart phone integration is only available on Sept 08 builds and later, it's option code 6NF. It's the only (OEM) way to get a USB connection in the armrest for music- some people here in the [...]</p> [...] 043 The smart phone integration is only available on Sept 08 builds and later, it’s option code 6NF. It’s the only (OEM) way to get a USB connection in the armrest for music- some people here in the [...]

]]> By: Oversteer http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/comment-page-1/#comment-220047 Oversteer Thu, 08 May 2008 22:32:28 +0000 http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/#comment-220047 <p>That is very interesting 2009 option info. I wonder what else is in store. By the way, does anyone know if the Coupe and the Clubman will be on the same 2009 model year build/release schedule?</p> That is very interesting 2009 option info. I wonder what else is in store. By the way, does anyone know if the Coupe and the Clubman will be on the same 2009 model year build/release schedule?

]]> By: C4 http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/comment-page-1/#comment-219845 C4 Wed, 07 May 2008 13:36:40 +0000 http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/#comment-219845 <p>Scarlett, add me to you minority group. I am a sucker for gizmos but I also believe that phones cause more harm than good onboard cars.</p> <p>20+ years ago, if you needed to make a phone call, you had to scoot out a pay phone, stop the car, get out and get change and make the call.</p> <p>It has been demonstrated time and time again that using a cell phone (and this includes handsfree solutions) while driving a car is akin to drive it under the influence of alcohol.</p> <p>How spoiled have we become in all that time.</p> Scarlett, add me to you minority group. I am a sucker for gizmos but I also believe that phones cause more harm than good onboard cars.

20+ years ago, if you needed to make a phone call, you had to scoot out a pay phone, stop the car, get out and get change and make the call.

It has been demonstrated time and time again that using a cell phone (and this includes handsfree solutions) while driving a car is akin to drive it under the influence of alcohol.

How spoiled have we become in all that time.

]]> By: Dr Obnxs http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/comment-page-1/#comment-219778 Dr Obnxs Wed, 07 May 2008 02:58:56 +0000 http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/#comment-219778 <p>The electronics industry has been looking for the next big thing, the convergance product that works, and it's right under everyones nose! (or butt or foot). It's the car! whether you like it or not, the cost delta to add stuff it a car is a very small percentage of purchase price, and we all spend too much time in them.</p> <p>Life will go on, but only if you upgrade! ;)</p> <p>Matt</p> The electronics industry has been looking for the next big thing, the convergance product that works, and it’s right under everyones nose! (or butt or foot). It’s the car! whether you like it or not, the cost delta to add stuff it a car is a very small percentage of purchase price, and we all spend too much time in them.

Life will go on, but only if you upgrade! ;)

Matt

]]> By: alpinamike http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/comment-page-1/#comment-219768 alpinamike Wed, 07 May 2008 01:36:16 +0000 http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/#comment-219768 <p>So no love for the r50-r53-r52, pre usb. Gabe do you like your iphone, mine has been good so far. Just wish they would have the Flash/adobe upgrade by now, we can't even go on the MINIUSA site.</p> So no love for the r50-r53-r52, pre usb. Gabe do you like your iphone, mine has been good so far. Just wish they would have the Flash/adobe upgrade by now, we can’t even go on the MINIUSA site.

]]> By: elleff http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/comment-page-1/#comment-219764 elleff Wed, 07 May 2008 00:09:59 +0000 http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/#comment-219764 <p>Scarlett: No I agree, I can't stand talking on the phone while driving, even if it's handsfree. I'm happy to miss a call or let my co-pilot answer. If I were in sales or something I could understand the appeal of phone integration though.</p> Scarlett: No I agree, I can’t stand talking on the phone while driving, even if it’s handsfree. I’m happy to miss a call or let my co-pilot answer. If I were in sales or something I could understand the appeal of phone integration though.

]]> By: Scarlett O'MINI http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/comment-page-1/#comment-219744 Scarlett O'MINI Tue, 06 May 2008 21:50:32 +0000 http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/#comment-219744 <p>Guess I'm in the minority who still thinks that car phones are a stupid idea. And that goes double for MINI drivers who talk and motor at the same time.</p> <p>Grrrrr.....</p> Guess I’m in the minority who still thinks that car phones are a stupid idea. And that goes double for MINI drivers who talk and motor at the same time.

Grrrrr…..

]]> By: Chad http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/comment-page-1/#comment-219722 Chad Tue, 06 May 2008 19:28:28 +0000 http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/#comment-219722 <p>Of course, some would wonder why the files can't just be read over a Bluetooth PAN or Wifi. I suppose it's nice to charge your phone on longer trips, but for a short runabout, I'd rather not be bothered with wires.</p> Of course, some would wonder why the files can’t just be read over a Bluetooth PAN or Wifi. I suppose it’s nice to charge your phone on longer trips, but for a short runabout, I’d rather not be bothered with wires.

]]> By: Josh Wardell http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/comment-page-1/#comment-219721 Josh Wardell Tue, 06 May 2008 19:24:39 +0000 http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/#comment-219721 <p>If only the iphone played and synced (with your car and computer respectively) over bluetooth, there'd be no need for any of this.</p> If only the iphone played and synced (with your car and computer respectively) over bluetooth, there’d be no need for any of this.

]]> By: Ken E. http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/comment-page-1/#comment-219720 Ken E. Tue, 06 May 2008 19:14:54 +0000 http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/#comment-219720 <p>There is no room for an armrest in a MINI. Features should not be tied to such an apendage.</p> There is no room for an armrest in a MINI. Features should not be tied to such an apendage.

]]> By: Brendan http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/comment-page-1/#comment-219716 Brendan Tue, 06 May 2008 18:48:20 +0000 http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/#comment-219716 <p>Can this be retrofitted in a 2007 R56? I'd definitely be interested for when the 3g iphone comes out.</p> Can this be retrofitted in a 2007 R56? I’d definitely be interested for when the 3g iphone comes out.

]]> By: ajm http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/comment-page-1/#comment-219704 ajm Tue, 06 May 2008 17:10:49 +0000 http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/#comment-219704 <p>Chad, Special adapter is advertised to integrate the Cell antanna that is in the radio antenna assembly, and provide power charge to the cell device when docked in the arm rest.</p> Chad, Special adapter is advertised to integrate the Cell antanna that is in the radio antenna assembly, and provide power charge to the cell device when docked in the arm rest.

]]> By: Chad http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/comment-page-1/#comment-219697 Chad Tue, 06 May 2008 15:38:22 +0000 http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/#comment-219697 <p>Why a special adapter? Can't you use USB?</p> Why a special adapter? Can’t you use USB?

]]> By: ajm http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/comment-page-1/#comment-219683 ajm Tue, 06 May 2008 14:37:43 +0000 http://www.motoringfile.com/2008/05/06/mini-debuts-new-smartphone-connection-for-09/#comment-219683 <p>From the JCW packaging article - "Convenience Package: $1,250 (was $1,500). MINI has removed the 6NE Comfort Bluetooth (which included the 249 Multi-Function wheel and 473 Center Armrest and added the more popular 6ND Bluetooth and USB/iPod option. This allows customers to order the package without getting the often criticized center armrest." question: 6NE (w/Armrest) is dropped. 6ND is MY09 w/O armrest, & 6NF is MY09 W/ armrest which is required to complete function in the MY08 6NE package?</p> From the JCW packaging article – “Convenience Package: $1,250 (was $1,500). MINI has removed the 6NE Comfort Bluetooth (which included the 249 Multi-Function wheel and 473 Center Armrest and added the more popular 6ND Bluetooth and USB/iPod option. This allows customers to order the package without getting the often criticized center armrest.” question: 6NE (w/Armrest) is dropped. 6ND is MY09 w/O armrest, & 6NF is MY09 W/ armrest which is required to complete function in the MY08 6NE package?

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