myBmw app

Akhlaq768 · 06-09-2023, 02:13 AM

Was in the dealership in the uk, and they tempted drivers to connect their cars to the myBmw app.

Wondering what sort of data they are collecting
Will we loose out in the long run

Thanks

Mason Hatcher · 06-09-2023, 05:30 AM

How did they tempt you?

wtwo3 · 06-09-2023, 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Mason Hatcher

How did they tempt you?

tits n ass obviously

TonyRosa · 06-09-2023, 07:59 AM

I use it, i like to start ventilation remotely and check to see if i've locked the car.

Hit_Apex · 06-09-2023, 08:37 AM

As someone sensitive to data collection you should be skilled at reading terms/agreement, data collection and usage disclosures, and the privacy policy. Then you can make your own, informed decision.

DanG · 06-09-2023, 08:55 AM

I have used it for years. I like the seeing the locked status of the car and the physical location.

Mason Hatcher · 06-09-2023, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by wtwo3

tits n ass obviously

Silly me...

thecakeisalie · 06-09-2023, 01:46 PM

If you consider it as just a view into the data BMW already collects on your car rather than something that exposes the data to the outside world, I don’t think there’s much reason to avoid the app.

Joralemon st. · 06-09-2023, 02:04 PM

I use it all the time and love it. In addition to what was already mentioned above — you can use the app to take an arial photo of the car and f/r/l/r views of its surroundings, which can be very useful when using public parking etc.

I'm not sure what data you're afraid of sharing, but I don't think there is any reason to worry.

And with the new iOS and macOS getting interactive widgets — this app will be even better!

DomMuc · 06-10-2023, 07:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Akhlaq768

Was in the dealership in the uk, and they tempted drivers to connect their cars to the myBmw app.

Wondering what sort of data they are collecting
Will we loose out in the long run

Thanks

So do you use whatsapp/facebook/ig? if yes.. they know more than bmw will ever know with the "data" you´ll give them ...

Akhlaq768 · 06-11-2023, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Mason Hatcher

How did they tempt you?

Free bmw umbrella 😊

Joralemon st. · 06-15-2023, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Akhlaq768

Free bmw umbrella ��

I want one!!!

owenscj21 · 06-15-2023, 10:07 AM

When my F22 was stolen, I was able to use the app to repeatedly honk the horn, flash the lights, lock/unlock the doors which likely caused the thief to just park it and run. It was recovered by local police less than 12 hours after it was stolen.

Car-Addicted · 06-15-2023, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Akhlaq768

Was in the dealership in the uk, and they tempted drivers to connect their cars to the myBmw app.

I use it to upload trip address to the BMW navigation. Very handy.

I figure there are at least half a dozen alphabet agencies that know everything I do anyway, so I'll opt for convenience.

Westside Guy · 06-16-2023, 08:11 AM

You can also see the tire pressures with the app.

Car-Addicted · 06-16-2023, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Westside Guy

You can also see the tire pressures with the app.

Hmmm That was on one of the earlier versions but It's not on the current version that I have, unless it's well hidden? Too bad very handy.

flexible1 · 06-16-2023, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by wtwo3

tits n ass obviously

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Joralemon st. Captain 766 Rep 686 Posts Drives: 2021 X3 xDrive30i M Sport Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: Lower East Coast iTrader: (0)	I use it all the time and love it. In addition to what was already mentioned above — you can use the app to take an arial photo of the car and f/r/l/r views of its surroundings, which can be very useful when using public parking etc. I'm not sure what data you're afraid of sharing, but I don't think there is any reason to worry. And with the new iOS and macOS getting interactive widgets — this app will be even better! Attached Images
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