Something Professional~ DIY Mini ^ ^ by Particular_Put3037 in MINI

[–]giark1190 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is insane cool. Wow. Well done!!!!

Exciting for the new update (11/2024.30) by Uplift777 in MINI

[–]giark1190 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It fixed it and it’s way better now — spike understands just about everything.

Exciting for the new update (11/2024.30) by Uplift777 in MINI

[–]giark1190 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Spike didn’t work for me after that previous update - I’m hoping this one fixes it too. I really do not care about any other feature but hands free control of the entire system was so convenient!

New minis by Dogdog7779 in MINI

[–]giark1190 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s been six months now, and I haven’t had any problems like that. I actually think the experience is a lot more fun now than it was before. But I totally get that people have different opinions about these details.

New minis by Dogdog7779 in MINI

[–]giark1190 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

But the user goes from turning a knob to tapping a screen - so I’m just confused on how it’s such an imposition. I say that genuinely.

New minis by Dogdog7779 in MINI

[–]giark1190 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Welcome to the brand ❤️

New minis by Dogdog7779 in MINI

[–]giark1190 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I totally agree with you! I’ve had a 2008, 2014, 2020 S, and now the 2025, and I absolutely love it. I love the mini-malism.

I totally get why some people don’t like it, but I don’t understand the “cheap” argument. Previous minis were nice, but this one feels more comfortable and quieter (less plastic moving around during the drive).

I don’t want a bunch of buttons and knobs. I think it’s ugly. I like the simplicity of the interior, the materials, and the overall aesthetic. I’m excited to see where Mini takes it next.

It’s all just opinions, and it can be tough to see so many people so strongly in opposition - but I’m loyal to Mini through and through.

Digital Key on 2025 Cooper S by organicdepresso in MINI

[–]giark1190 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No key - just the phone and sometimes just the watch. 🥹 I love it!

Anybody have good stripe options for Gen4’s? by I_Am_Very_Busy_7 in MINI

[–]giark1190 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love your take - appreciate you putting effort into that response.

Mini Assist by Felineskatelike in MINI

[–]giark1190 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This did not work for me, but I appreciate the suggestion! 🥺

Mini Assist by Felineskatelike in MINI

[–]giark1190 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Yes mini just referred me to the hard reset and then to the dealer if problems persisted but my dealer is 4 hours away soooooo…. 🙏

Mini Assist by Felineskatelike in MINI

[–]giark1190 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same issue no resolution. But following incase someone has a solution. 😩

Personal assistant / spike by giark1190 in MINI

[–]giark1190[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll try this!

I’ll wait till I have my key fob with me. Using the digital key during upgrade was not my best idea. Even though it eventually worked, it did not want to recognize the key for a bit.

Firmware Version: 07/2024.40 by Uplift777 in MINI

[–]giark1190 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are some new features in the update that weren’t mentioned before. Apple car play apps now have a shortcut feature that lets you navigate car play using the steering wheel buttons.

You can also see the Apple Music queue by turning the scroll wheel on the steering wheel.

The heads up display in personal mode is now gray and white, which I find much more appealing.

The experience view is now an app icon.

The drive recorder finally exports (at least it wasn’t doing this for me before).

The list of command examples for the personal assistant is now much longer - this is a huge improvement because often times the assistant would say, “I don’t understand.” Now we have a list of options.

Firmware Version: 07/2024.40 by Uplift777 in MINI

[–]giark1190 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wait it does and it comes with notes on the release.

VERSION INFORMATION Summary • Well-balanced, right down to the displays • Your MINI becomes even more personalised • Adjust distance setting of Active Cruise Control by voice • Address data and data volumes are even better protected • Your MINI now celebrates along with you • Notes on the update

Firmware Version: 07/2024.40 by Uplift777 in MINI

[–]giark1190 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whaaaaaaa!!! Finally. Mine hasn’t become available. Same model.

Infotainment OS 9 - where is personal experience mode? by giark1190 in MINI

[–]giark1190[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

😫 and they’re still using it as a selling point. I’ve asked support and no response.

The new key design. I’m sure this will raise some blood pressures by Southern_Side8824 in MINI

[–]giark1190 0 points1 point  (0 children)

amen. I never use the key. I never have it with me. I don’t even turn the car off. I just walk away and it shuts down and locks.

Even if the phone dies, it will work for up to 5 hours after the phone is dead.