G12 wireless charger

paul.j.ghosh · 10-19-2021, 05:46 PM

The pocket in the center console for charging wirelessly, in my opinion, is ill conceived. I would prefer a flat tray to just place the phone on and still have the display be visible while driving. Has anyone tried the following:

https://www.carqiwireless.com/produc...33001729294476

BimmerGermany740 · 10-20-2021, 08:51 AM

I installed it myself 2 years ago in my 2018 740i. It charges my iPhone X Max great.

Only downside I've notice is the camera bump on newer iphones, when used with a case, cause too much space to where the phone won't charge.

Also, when installing, find the blueprints for the center console so you can properly remove the cup holder and get access to the underlying electronics. It's not hard, but a bit tricky.

AlteBMW · 10-20-2021, 10:11 AM

I actually prefer the pocket in the center console as it eliminates temptation to look at the phone. Carplay is the safest way to do that. Texts get read, and I can respond by voice. maps get shown, etc. The tray is located in a place where you must really take your eyes off the road to look at the phone. If the phone needs to be seen, a cradle IMHO is better than the tray and wired charging will always be faster than wireless.

paul.j.ghosh · 10-20-2021, 02:16 PM

BimmerGermany740 Where did you buy it from? How long did it take? Does it do fast charging? Does the phone get hot?

BimmerGermany740 · 10-21-2021, 11:12 AM

I bought the one you linked. 2018 version. It's not a "fast" charge. The phone does not get hot on my 30 minute drive back and forth from work, but does charge well.

When I'm using CarPlay navigation or Wi-Fi hotspot for the kids, when on the charger, the phone gets hot. I am not aware of a wireless charger that exists that doesn't cause the phone to get hot when under heavy data usage.

If it's a longer road trip I'll switch to a wired charge.

g11hoonigan · 10-22-2021, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by AlteBMW

I actually prefer the pocket in the center console as it eliminates temptation to look at the phone. Carplay is the safest way to do that. Texts get read, and I can respond by voice. maps get shown, etc. The tray is located in a place where you must really take your eyes off the road to look at the phone. If the phone needs to be seen, a cradle IMHO is better than the tray and wired charging will always be faster than wireless.

Oh I like the one in the center console, too! But it doesn't charge that much and my phone gets too hot compared to ubiolab wireless charger I have on my desk.

Grizzle34 · 10-27-2021, 06:07 PM

i gave up on the centre armrest charger as my iphone was complaining of getting to hot.

This looks like a great alternative.

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BimmerGermany740 New Member 2 Rep 16 Posts Drives: BMW 740i Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	I installed it myself 2 years ago in my 2018 740i. It charges my iPhone X Max great. Only downside I've notice is the camera bump on newer iphones, when used with a case, cause too much space to where the phone won't charge. Also, when installing, find the blueprints for the center console so you can properly remove the cup holder and get access to the underlying electronics. It's not hard, but a bit tricky.
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paul.j.ghosh Private First Class 7 Rep 106 Posts Drives: 2019 M760i xDrive Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: El Cajon, CA iTrader: (0)	BimmerGermany740 Where did you buy it from? How long did it take? Does it do fast charging? Does the phone get hot?
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BimmerGermany740 New Member 2 Rep 16 Posts Drives: BMW 740i Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	I bought the one you linked. 2018 version. It's not a "fast" charge. The phone does not get hot on my 30 minute drive back and forth from work, but does charge well. When I'm using CarPlay navigation or Wi-Fi hotspot for the kids, when on the charger, the phone gets hot. I am not aware of a wireless charger that exists that doesn't cause the phone to get hot when under heavy data usage. If it's a longer road trip I'll switch to a wired charge.
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Grizzle34 Private 31 Rep 80 Posts Drives: 2017 G12 740Ld Xdrive M Sport Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Glasgow & Falkirk iTrader: (0)	i gave up on the centre armrest charger as my iphone was complaining of getting to hot. This looks like a great alternative.
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