Touchpad iDrive Controller Technology Preview

Singletrack · 05-30-2012, 12:29 AM

Pretty cool; some nice new features.

jlstyle · 05-30-2012, 12:51 AM

Pretty weird perhaps silly. When you are driving, analog push or dial seem much better choice than sliding or touching.

JA///MES · 05-30-2012, 01:46 AM

Not a fan! Looks a bit too crazy to navigate through menus. Nice 80's theme going on!

m-technik · 05-30-2012, 02:54 AM

Soon we will all be bringing our cars to the same guys that fix our computers.....

ron_jeremy · 05-30-2012, 03:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason

Relax folks.

As the post says, this is just a concept that was brought out by this automotive supplier company for demo purposes at the 2011 Frankfurt auto show. This doesn't show what BMW's implementation, software, interface, nor performance will be like. It was posted just to show what kind of use a touchpad idrive knob could be used for.

+1

Besides, BMW are cooperating with Apple on the SW side of things, and i find it hard to find a better companion than that, having used the Iphone for some years, and enjoying the intuitive and smoothness.
So reserve judgment when we see how it's implemented and in actual use people.

misterbeemer · 05-30-2012, 04:15 AM

Its sort of funny or ironic how car makers add so many distractions and at the same time so many safety features to save you in case you get distracted and endanger yourself.

All I want is to drive a simple, well built car, not a gadget.

datbimmerdoe · 05-30-2012, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Singletrack

Pretty cool; some nice new features.

+1

eeokin · 05-30-2012, 12:24 PM

I actually like the idea of it

hellrotm · 05-30-2012, 02:39 PM

All I know is the new navi in the A8 with the touchpad is amazing. Touchpad does wonders for navigating through menus. If BMW and Benz want to follow Audi's lead, then more power to them. It only adds features for customers.

Shane550X · 05-30-2012, 04:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shane550X

Why would anyone want this. The standard center stack is perfect the way it is, and In the video the software looked a bit jumpy and reaction time was super slow at points.

Quote:

Originally Posted by OdomPHD

I despise cheap touch screens....and that looks like a cheap touch screen. If you aren't gonna go big, go home BMW.

Relax folks.

As the post says, this is just a concept that was brought out by this automotive supplier company for demo purposes at the 2011 Frankfurt auto show. This doesn't show what BMW's implementation, software, interface, nor performance will be like. It was posted just to show what kind of use a touchpad idrive knob could be used for.

Yes I understand that this is a prototype, yet look at Audi. Their touchpad system does not help the driver focus on the road. It is just another drivers distraction and isn't BMW trying to focus on driver safety. BMW is my favorite brand by a mile but enough is enough, this might be helpful I integrated into the HUD but still sounds very distracting for the driver, so why even build it.

Shane550X · 05-30-2012, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by misterbeemer

Its sort of funny or ironic how car makers add so many distractions and at the same time so many safety features to save you in case you get distracted and endanger yourself.

All I want is to drive a simple, well built car, not a gadget.

Thank you, Driver and passenger safety is one at the top of my list, people need to keep their eyes on the road not the I-Drive system.

bm3rmy · 05-31-2012, 03:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by misterbeemer

Its sort of funny or ironic how car makers add so many distractions and at the same time so many safety features to save you in case you get distracted and endanger yourself.

All I want is to drive a simple, well built car, not a gadget.

Exactly. 110% agree with a car not a gadget.
For me all led, and flickers and other pom pom are just nonsense. When comes to BMW I want a good, well built, proper drivers car.

are6729 · 05-31-2012, 04:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by antzcrashing

great, something more distracting than idrive

+100. Couldn't agree more.

hotrod2448 · 05-31-2012, 01:00 PM

Let's not forget this video is from a supplier and not BMW. Who is to say the supplier isn't just trying to generate hype about the technology to get BMW to buy it.

I can't really think of an instance where this would be significantly better than the idrive knob. More finger prints on things and less tactile feedback aren't exactly on my want list.

It doesn't automatically have to be more distracting than the idrive though. If all it's doing is replacing the up, down, left, right functions with swiping your finger across the knob it's not so bad. However, I think the knob already does a good job and has an advantage in the respect that you don't have to relocate your hand when you want to navigate and/or select.

Who knows maybe BMW will come up with some awesome application for it we haven't even imagined yet.

JesusMChrist · 05-31-2012, 05:02 PM

That music sure takes me back to the days when I used to drive but didn't have a license

PKRS · 05-31-2012, 07:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Radar vs Sonar

because the technology has been out since for ever...lol

hahaha

Fester · 06-02-2012, 04:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cuz5150

Quote:

Originally Posted by antzcrashing

great, something more distracting than idrive

thinking along the same lines.......
Im guessing they have to offer it, due to Audi

+1

sungod661 · 06-05-2012, 10:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jtuds

yeah...i hope they don't do this. It's unnecessary and gimmicky

you are aware it's unnecessary to drive a BMW x5........ The argument of NEED or NECESSARY when discussing luxury vehicles is not relevant.

hotrod2448 · 06-05-2012, 12:41 PM

Actually the more I've thought about this, one spot I think touch technology could be kind of cool might be replacing the buttons on the steering wheel. At that point you could customize the button layout to your liking and the possibility of having different layouts based on which idrive screen you have open at the time is also there.

05-30-2012, 12:29 AM	#23
Singletrack 4th down; 4th quarter? Renegade. 93 Rep 3,851 Posts Drives: 09 SSII E92 M3; 19 FG M5C Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Pittsburgh, PA iTrader: (3)	Pretty cool; some nice new features.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-30-2012, 12:51 AM	#24
jlstyle Lieutenant Colonel 362 Rep 1,762 Posts Drives: Porsche Panamera Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 Audi S7 [0.00] 2015 BMW X5 [0.00]	Pretty weird perhaps silly. When you are driving, analog push or dial seem much better choice than sliding or touching.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-30-2012, 01:46 AM	#25
JA///MES PLZRACE 31 Rep 361 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 M3 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico now fml... iTrader: (3)	Not a fan! Looks a bit too crazy to navigate through menus. Nice 80's theme going on! __________________ 2011 E90 JBM ///M3 DCT l Gintani Catless X-Pipe w/ Hybrid Exhaust l Vishnu Procede V5 with Meth l l RE Pulleys l Tecnocraft Envy l Arkym CF Diffuser l CF BMW Spoiler l Arkym CF Front Bumper l GB ///M Badge l GB Side Markers l GB Kidney Grills l PSS 275/255/35/19s l VMR VB3s in Hyper Black l CF Steering Wheel Trim l ///M Pedals l Black Tow Hooks l Eibach Springs l GP Thunder Bulbs l IND Key Hole Cover l BMW PSW l Verstrabe Paddles
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-30-2012, 02:54 AM	#26
m-technik Captain 39 Rep 797 Posts Drives: E92 335, E36 Ti, Porsche 986 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Vancouver, BC Canada iTrader: (0)	Soon we will all be bringing our cars to the same guys that fix our computers..... __________________ Monaco Blue E92 335 - i-Forged Senekas, KW V2 Coilovers, OEM Bmw Aero lip, AFE DCI, LUX H8 Sublime Green Dodge Challenger 392 w/hellcat package. KW Coilovers, Speedlogix CAI Jet Black E36 Ti - E36 M3 drivetrain, Full M-Tech, H&R Coilovers, 3.73 LSD, M-Clubsport interior and much more...
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-30-2012, 04:15 AM	#28
misterbeemer First Lieutenant 40 Rep 309 Posts Drives: E92, E46 M3, E39 M5, 750Li Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	Its sort of funny or ironic how car makers add so many distractions and at the same time so many safety features to save you in case you get distracted and endanger yourself. All I want is to drive a simple, well built car, not a gadget.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-30-2012, 12:24 PM	#30
eeokin Private 3 Rep 74 Posts Drives: E90 325i Join Date: May 2012 Location: Sydney iTrader: (0)	I actually like the idea of it
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-30-2012, 02:39 PM	#31
hellrotm Banned 4143 Rep 6,924 Posts Drives: F80 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: ...Location...Location iTrader: (0)	All I know is the new navi in the A8 with the touchpad is amazing. Touchpad does wonders for navigating through menus. If BMW and Benz want to follow Audi's lead, then more power to them. It only adds features for customers.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-31-2012, 01:00 PM	#36
hotrod2448 grand poobah 257 Rep 2,253 Posts Drives: F80 M3, F10 535i Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Charlotte, NC iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 335d [0.00]	Let's not forget this video is from a supplier and not BMW. Who is to say the supplier isn't just trying to generate hype about the technology to get BMW to buy it. I can't really think of an instance where this would be significantly better than the idrive knob. More finger prints on things and less tactile feedback aren't exactly on my want list. It doesn't automatically have to be more distracting than the idrive though. If all it's doing is replacing the up, down, left, right functions with swiping your finger across the knob it's not so bad. However, I think the knob already does a good job and has an advantage in the respect that you don't have to relocate your hand when you want to navigate and/or select. Who knows maybe BMW will come up with some awesome application for it we haven't even imagined yet.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-31-2012, 05:02 PM	#37
JesusMChrist Custom User Title 2 Rep 64 Posts Drives: Car Join Date: May 2012 Location: Location iTrader: (0)	That music sure takes me back to the days when I used to drive but didn't have a license
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-05-2012, 12:41 PM	#41
hotrod2448 grand poobah 257 Rep 2,253 Posts Drives: F80 M3, F10 535i Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Charlotte, NC iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 335d [0.00]	Actually the more I've thought about this, one spot I think touch technology could be kind of cool might be replacing the buttons on the steering wheel. At that point you could customize the button layout to your liking and the possibility of having different layouts based on which idrive screen you have open at the time is also there.
	Appreciate 0 Quote