{"product_id":"bmw-evo-harman-head-unit-for-f-series-with-wireless-carplay","title":"BMW Evo Harman Head Unit for F-Series with Wireless CarPlay","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW Evo Harman Head Unit upgrade for F-Series with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and iDrive 6 interface. Drop-in replacement for NBT\/NBT Evo units. Includes pre-loaded navigation maps and lifetime CarPlay activation. M-TRI UPGRADE, worldwide shipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSound familiar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour F30 came with the old CIC or NBT screen and CarPlay simply does not exist — not even wired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have to plug in your phone every single time just to get navigation, and the cable never stays in cleanly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe iDrive interface feels dated compared to what newer BMWs ship with from the factory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour dealer quoted you several thousand dollars to retrofit the factory EVO unit — for a head unit upgrade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe built-in maps are years out of date and BMW wants a subscription fee just to update them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA friend's newer 3 Series has wireless CarPlay and yours, bought just a few years earlier, has nothing close.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEvo Harman Head Unit for BMW F-Series — Wireless CarPlay\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace your BMW's older CIC or NBT head unit with the \u003cstrong\u003eEvo Harman unit\u003c\/strong\u003e for a modern infotainment experience including wireless Apple CarPlay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWireless Apple CarPlay\u003c\/strong\u003e — no cable needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eiDrive 6 interface\u003c\/strong\u003e — modern, responsive tile-based UI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in navigation\u003c\/strong\u003e — updated map system with real-time traffic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB and Bluetooth audio\u003c\/strong\u003e — multiple connectivity options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarman\/Kardon compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — works with factory premium audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Vehicles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBMW F-Series models including F10, F15, F20, F25, F30, F32 and more. Replaces CIC or NBT head units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRequires professional installation with coding. We provide remote coding support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2-year product warranty.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- mtri-faq-v1-start --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy F30 has the basic CIC head unit. Can I upgrade to CarPlay?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. This is a complete replacement NBT EVO Harman head unit that goes into F-Series BMWs (F30, F10, F11, F15, F25, etc.) replacing CIC or basic NBT. It brings wireless CarPlay, Android Auto, full split-screen iDrive, and modern interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this OEM BMW hardware or aftermarket?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine BMW NBT EVO Harman unit (not aftermarket Android tablet). Same hardware that came in higher-spec F-Series and early G-Series models, with software flashed to support wireless CarPlay\/AA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill my steering wheel buttons, voice control and CIC menus all work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The NBT EVO uses the same iDrive controller protocol, so steering wheel buttons, voice control, iDrive knob, and full CAN bus integration all work natively. We code the unit to your VIN before shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to change my screen too?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepends on your existing screen size. Most F-Series upgrades retain the original screen if it's the 8.8\" or 10.25\". If you have a 6.5\" screen, we recommend pairing this with our 10.25\" upgrade kit (sold separately) for best appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much install work is involved?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eMid-difficulty DIY (2-3 hours) or any independent BMW workshop can do it. Comes with VIN-coded firmware so it's plug-in ready — no programming required at install.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- mtri-faq-v1-end --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can I add wireless CarPlay to my BMW F30 without going to the dealer?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes. The Evo Harman head unit is a direct replacement for the factory CIC or NBT unit in F-Series BMWs, giving you wireless Apple CarPlay without dealer involvement or coding appointments. 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