Upgrade your 2014 BMW 5 Series F18 with a modern Linux touchscreen featuring wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Designed to integrate with the factory BMW dashboard, this upgrade adds smartphone connectivity, touchscreen control and modern multimedia functions while retaining the original BMW iDrive system.
The screen is designed for BMW 5 Series F18 models equipped with a compatible factory CIC or NBT infotainment system. You can switch between the original BMW menu and the new CarPlay or Android Auto interface whenever required.
Key Features
- Wireless Apple CarPlay
- Wireless Android Auto
- Linux operating system
- Responsive touchscreen control
- Retains the original BMW iDrive system
- Retains factory radio and vehicle settings
- Supports Siri and Google Assistant
- Bluetooth hands-free calling
- Music streaming and navigation
- Google Maps, Apple Maps, Waze and Spotify support
- Original iDrive controller operation
- Factory-style dashboard integration
- Reverse camera display support
- Optional aftermarket reverse camera compatibility
- USB multimedia playback
- Fast startup and stable operation
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Connect a compatible iPhone wirelessly and access your favourite apps directly from the upgraded touchscreen.
Use Apple CarPlay for:
- Apple Maps
- Google Maps
- Waze
- Spotify
- Apple Music
- Phone calls
- Messages
- Siri voice control
- Podcasts and audiobooks
Once paired, the system can automatically reconnect when you start the vehicle.
Wireless Android Auto
Android users can connect a compatible smartphone and access navigation, calls, messages and music through Android Auto.
Compatible functions include:
- Google Maps
- Waze
- Spotify
- YouTube Music
- Hands-free calling
- Voice commands
- Google Assistant
- Messages and notifications
Retains the Original BMW System
This BMW F18 touchscreen upgrade does not remove the original BMW infotainment functions. The factory CIC or NBT menu remains available, allowing continued access to:
- Factory radio
- Vehicle information
- BMW settings
- Service information
- Original parking sensors
- Factory reverse camera, where compatible
- Original iDrive controls
You can switch between the factory BMW interface and the CarPlay or Android Auto system.
Factory-Style Installation
The replacement screen is designed to fit into the factory dashboard position for a clean, integrated appearance. No major dashboard modification is normally required.
The upgrade uses the vehicle’s existing audio system. Depending on the factory configuration, audio may operate through the original AUX input or another compatible factory audio connection.
Compatibility
Suitable for selected:
- 2014 BMW 5 Series
- BMW F18 long-wheelbase models
- BMW 520i
- BMW 523i
- BMW 525i
- BMW 528i
- BMW 530i
- BMW 535i
- BMW 550i
- BMW 520d
- BMW 525d
- BMW 530d
- BMW 535d
Compatibility depends on the vehicle’s original infotainment system, screen connector, dashboard configuration and factory equipment.
Please provide the following before ordering:
- Vehicle year and model
- Photo of the original BMW main menu
- Photo of the factory screen
- Vehicle VIN, where required
This allows us to confirm whether your BMW uses CIC, NBT or another factory system.
Professional Installation Recommended
Professional installation is recommended to ensure correct wiring, audio configuration, microphone operation, reverse camera integration and factory system retention.
Installation service may be available in New Zealand. Contact us with your BMW model, year and dashboard photos for compatibility confirmation and installation pricing.
Why Upgrade Your BMW F18 Screen?
The original BMW screen may still operate correctly, but it does not provide the smartphone connectivity expected in a modern vehicle. This Linux touchscreen upgrade adds wireless CarPlay and Android Auto without replacing the factory BMW audio system.
It is an ideal solution for drivers who want:
- Modern GPS navigation
- Wireless music streaming
- Hands-free communication
- Voice control
- A larger touchscreen
- Factory-style dashboard integration
- Original BMW system retention
Package Contents
- BMW F18 Linux touchscreen
- Vehicle-specific wiring harness
- USB cable
- GPS antenna, where supplied
- Microphone, where supplied
- Installation accessories
- User instructions
Package contents may vary depending on the selected screen size and vehicle configuration.
Important Compatibility Notice
This product is not selected by vehicle year alone. BMW vehicles from the same year may use different CIC, NBT or connector configurations.
Please contact us before ordering so we can confirm the correct version for your vehicle.
