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popey · Mar 5th, 2007, 05:52 PM

Could any one give me some advice on how good the factory bluetooth is? (with or without satnav)

Also does anyone use these phones with it and with what results; Sony Ericsson K800i and Samsung D900.

Are there any problem phones to avoide???

AND yes...... this does mean I might be changing TV for Bluetooth

miniXL · Mar 5th, 2007, 06:02 PM

How the mighty have fallen... LOL!

Here is Scrogg's list of fully compatible phones from Jan 07...

http://www.mini2.com/forum/2nd-gen-i...ml#post2841505

You should however be OK with most Bluetooth phones these phones are really of you wanted to purchase the additional charging brackets that fit into OUR beloved armrest.

P.S. I decided to wait on removing the armrest. Will first check and see if I will be OK with it (doubt it though! :

)

popey · Mar 5th, 2007, 06:09 PM

Thanks mate.

Read that list but just wanted to see who had tryed "it in real life" and both the D900 and K800i are very popular phones.

Scrogg · Mar 5th, 2007, 06:20 PM

miniXL's right, the 'compatible phones' list is just for the charger (and seeing how out of date it is already will give you some idea how long it will be before the K800i or D900 make it on!) Apart from that, any Bluetooth phone will work with the factory system, just like they will with, for example, a Parrot kit.

The factory kit is no better or worse than an aftermarket kit would be in terms of sound quality, connection strength, functionality etc.

You already know my view on whether it's good value or not!

harrietb · Mar 5th, 2007, 09:14 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by popey (original)

Could any one give me some advice on how good the factory bluetooth is? (with or without satnav)

Also does anyone use these phones with it and with what results; Sony Ericsson K800i and Samsung D900.

Are there any problem phones to avoide???

AND yes...... this does mean I might be changing TV for Bluetooth

Changing TV for bluetooth? Does this mean you'll be buying another Mini? I want Bluetooth but didn't think there was a way of getting the factory fit version afterwards......

popey · Mar 6th, 2007, 02:45 AM

If you dont have keyless go then visit mikey at NewMINIStuff.com , he does an aftermarket that works like the factory fit (wont work with keyless go).

I've rejected my first R56 so can change the spec on my new one, so was thinking to bin the TV and add bluetooth. Also fancy an auto now.

harrietb · Mar 6th, 2007, 07:02 AM

Oh I see. I really want bluetooth you see but I wish I'd had it fitted factory. I was that and voice control.. Does anyone know if there's a way of getting voice control retro fitted? Or am I out of luck..?

M1TCH · Mar 15th, 2007, 08:36 PM

When searching for devices, the mini doesnt pick up my nokia n80 or my gf's samsung sg500.

anyway know why?

CC07ERS · Mar 15th, 2007, 08:50 PM

Wish i had specd it popey ,cause 3 pts sting when the insurance comes up.

Scrogg · Mar 15th, 2007, 10:58 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by M1TCH (original)

When searching for devices, the mini doesnt pick up my nokia n80 or my gf's samsung sg500.

anyway know why?

No idea on the Nokia, sorry, but I've never had a problem picking up any Samsung's. I've used a D500, D600, D900, E720 and E900 with MINI Bluetooth.

popey · Mar 16th, 2007, 03:40 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Scrogg (original)

No idea on the Nokia, sorry, but I've never had a problem picking up any Samsung's. I've used a D500, D600, D900, E720 and E900 with MINI Bluetooth.

You in phone sales now

Tonyrec · Mar 16th, 2007, 06:55 AM

As far as im concerned, it is superb in every way. I did winge a bit at the price at first but you do get the MFSW and of course the armrest (some like it some dont). I can only see it as a good resale point especially when lots of people are gettting points etc and it once again becomes flavour of the month.

I just figured that putting all this aftermarket stuff in is just more to go wrong. When its done at the factory it is all neat, and covered by the fantastic warranty.

Im not saying there is anything wrong with the aftermarket ones at all, after all, you pay your money and take your chance.

Sorry about all the waffle.......but as you can gather, im a fan of the Factory Bluetooth.

f99lr · Mar 16th, 2007, 01:13 PM

I get my cooper next week and i have both the D900 and K800i so will try them out and report back.

The Black Pearl · Mar 16th, 2007, 01:19 PM

I have the exact same phones as you spooky oooooooo. well my dad has the Sony Now.......

f99lr · Mar 16th, 2007, 01:33 PM

You dont have a 8800 and a 6230i do you? then that would be spooky.

Scrogg · Mar 16th, 2007, 03:32 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by popey (original)

You in phone sales now

No, I haven't reached that low yet!

Samsung appears to be the 'phone of choice' of the Motor Trade right now, so between three of us last year we had pretty much the full range, all of which were paired up to all of the demonstrators as we were always swapping cars.

M1TCH · Mar 16th, 2007, 07:04 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Scrogg (original)

No idea on the Nokia, sorry, but I've never had a problem picking up any Samsung's. I've used a D500, D600, D900, E720 and E900 with MINI Bluetooth.

Its annoying, just keeps searching doesnt pick up either. I'll try another samsung then.

I can definitely see it being a good re sale point, lots of people are gonna want bluetooth hands free in the future once people start getting a few points, or should that be if.

M1TCH · Mar 16th, 2007, 08:04 PM

just got it sorted on the samsung, had to do it backwards by searching for the mini from the phone and then request to pair with it.

God knows how you do it on a Nokia!

spiney · Mar 26th, 2007, 02:14 PM

I just got my '07 S with factory Bluetooth, and I can't get it to find my phone. It's a Nokia flip, 6103i, and it works just fine over Bluetooth with my Mac. I'm bummed that I might have to get another phone, as I only got this one 6 months ago.

Scrogg · Mar 26th, 2007, 05:41 PM

This is a common problem with MINI Bluetooth spiney.

Try getting your phone to search for the car first, and pair them up that way. This has worked for others with the same problem.

Mar 5th, 2007, 05:52 PM	#1
popey Wants an Audi My Classifieds Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Blackpool Local Time: 08:26 AM Posts: 1,429 Offline	Factory Bluetooth??? Could any one give me some advice on how good the factory bluetooth is? (with or without satnav) Also does anyone use these phones with it and with what results; Sony Ericsson K800i and Samsung D900. Are there any problem phones to avoide??? AND yes...... this does mean I might be changing TV for Bluetooth Now With Toyo Rubber!!

Mar 5th, 2007, 06:09 PM	#3 (permalink)
popey Wants an Audi My Classifieds Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Blackpool Local Time: 08:26 AM Posts: 1,429 Offline	Thanks mate. Read that list but just wanted to see who had tryed "it in real life" and both the D900 and K800i are very popular phones. Now With Toyo Rubber!!

Mar 6th, 2007, 02:45 AM	#6 (permalink)
popey Wants an Audi My Classifieds Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Blackpool Local Time: 08:26 AM Posts: 1,429 Offline	If you dont have keyless go then visit mikey at NewMINIStuff.com , he does an aftermarket that works like the factory fit (wont work with keyless go). I've rejected my first R56 so can change the spec on my new one, so was thinking to bin the TV and add bluetooth. Also fancy an auto now. Now With Toyo Rubber!!

Mar 16th, 2007, 03:40 AM	#11 (permalink)
popey Wants an Audi My Classifieds Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Blackpool Local Time: 08:26 AM Posts: 1,429 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Scrogg (original) No idea on the Nokia, sorry, but I've never had a problem picking up any Samsung's. I've used a D500, D600, D900, E720 and E900 with MINI Bluetooth. You in phone sales now Now With Toyo Rubber!!

Mar 16th, 2007, 01:19 PM	#14 (permalink)
The Black Pearl LOST inc... Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sunderland Local Time: 08:26 AM Posts: 117 Offline	I have the exact same phones as you spooky oooooooo. well my dad has the Sony Now....... LOST Inc ...

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Mar 5th, 2007, 06:02 PM	#2 (permalink)
miniXL Small + Car = Big Smiles Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Berkshire, UK Local Time: 07:26 AM Posts: 383 Offline	How the mighty have fallen... LOL! Here is Scrogg's list of fully compatible phones from Jan 07... http://www.mini2.com/forum/2nd-gen-i...ml#post2841505 You should however be OK with most Bluetooth phones these phones are really of you wanted to purchase the additional charging brackets that fit into OUR beloved armrest. P.S. I decided to wait on removing the armrest. Will first check and see if I will be OK with it (doubt it though! : )

Mar 5th, 2007, 06:20 PM	#4 (permalink)
Scrogg Run out of ideas... Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Gloucester Local Time: 08:26 AM Posts: 15,478 Offline	miniXL's right, the 'compatible phones' list is just for the charger (and seeing how out of date it is already will give you some idea how long it will be before the K800i or D900 make it on!) Apart from that, any Bluetooth phone will work with the factory system, just like they will with, for example, a Parrot kit. The factory kit is no better or worse than an aftermarket kit would be in terms of sound quality, connection strength, functionality etc. You already know my view on whether it's good value or not!

Mar 5th, 2007, 09:14 PM	#5 (permalink)
harrietb 07 PW Mini Cooper Owner Join Date: Jan 2007 Local Time: 08:26 AM Posts: 293 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by popey (original) Could any one give me some advice on how good the factory bluetooth is? (with or without satnav) Also does anyone use these phones with it and with what results; Sony Ericsson K800i and Samsung D900. Are there any problem phones to avoide??? AND yes...... this does mean I might be changing TV for Bluetooth Changing TV for bluetooth? Does this mean you'll be buying another Mini? I want Bluetooth but didn't think there was a way of getting the factory fit version afterwards......

Mar 6th, 2007, 07:02 AM	#7 (permalink)
harrietb 07 PW Mini Cooper Owner Join Date: Jan 2007 Local Time: 08:26 AM Posts: 293 Offline	Oh I see. I really want bluetooth you see but I wish I'd had it fitted factory. I was that and voice control.. Does anyone know if there's a way of getting voice control retro fitted? Or am I out of luck..?

Mar 15th, 2007, 08:36 PM	#8 (permalink)
M1TCH MINI2 Regular Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Essex Local Time: 07:26 AM Posts: 130 Offline	When searching for devices, the mini doesnt pick up my nokia n80 or my gf's samsung sg500. anyway know why?

Mar 15th, 2007, 08:50 PM	#9 (permalink)
CC07ERS TYPE R GT VTEC POWERED My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Type R GT Local Time: 08:26 AM Posts: 2,746 Offline	Wish i had specd it popey ,cause 3 pts sting when the insurance comes up.

Mar 15th, 2007, 10:58 PM	#10 (permalink)
Scrogg Run out of ideas... Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Gloucester Local Time: 08:26 AM Posts: 15,478 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by M1TCH (original) When searching for devices, the mini doesnt pick up my nokia n80 or my gf's samsung sg500. anyway know why? No idea on the Nokia, sorry, but I've never had a problem picking up any Samsung's. I've used a D500, D600, D900, E720 and E900 with MINI Bluetooth.

Mar 16th, 2007, 06:55 AM	#12 (permalink)
Tonyrec MINI2 Regular Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Herts Local Time: 08:26 AM Posts: 308 Offline	As far as im concerned, it is superb in every way. I did winge a bit at the price at first but you do get the MFSW and of course the armrest (some like it some dont). I can only see it as a good resale point especially when lots of people are gettting points etc and it once again becomes flavour of the month. I just figured that putting all this aftermarket stuff in is just more to go wrong. When its done at the factory it is all neat, and covered by the fantastic warranty. Im not saying there is anything wrong with the aftermarket ones at all, after all, you pay your money and take your chance. Sorry about all the waffle.......but as you can gather, im a fan of the Factory Bluetooth.

Mar 16th, 2007, 01:13 PM	#13 (permalink)
f99lr N7 LRR Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Woolley WY Local Time: 08:26 AM Posts: 100 Offline	I get my cooper next week and i have both the D900 and K800i so will try them out and report back.

Mar 16th, 2007, 01:33 PM	#15 (permalink)
f99lr N7 LRR Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Woolley WY Local Time: 08:26 AM Posts: 100 Offline	You dont have a 8800 and a 6230i do you? then that would be spooky.

Mar 16th, 2007, 03:32 PM	#16 (permalink)
Scrogg Run out of ideas... Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Gloucester Local Time: 08:26 AM Posts: 15,478 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by popey (original) You in phone sales now No, I haven't reached that low yet! Samsung appears to be the 'phone of choice' of the Motor Trade right now, so between three of us last year we had pretty much the full range, all of which were paired up to all of the demonstrators as we were always swapping cars.

Mar 16th, 2007, 07:04 PM	#17 (permalink)
M1TCH MINI2 Regular Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Essex Local Time: 07:26 AM Posts: 130 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Scrogg (original) No idea on the Nokia, sorry, but I've never had a problem picking up any Samsung's. I've used a D500, D600, D900, E720 and E900 with MINI Bluetooth. Its annoying, just keeps searching doesnt pick up either. I'll try another samsung then. I can definitely see it being a good re sale point, lots of people are gonna want bluetooth hands free in the future once people start getting a few points, or should that be if.

Mar 16th, 2007, 08:04 PM	#18 (permalink)
M1TCH MINI2 Regular Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Essex Local Time: 07:26 AM Posts: 130 Offline	just got it sorted on the samsung, had to do it backwards by searching for the mini from the phone and then request to pair with it. God knows how you do it on a Nokia!

Mar 26th, 2007, 02:14 PM	#19 (permalink)
spiney MINI2 Regular Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: nr Boston, MA Local Time: 03:26 AM Posts: 57 Offline	T-Mobile Nokia 6103i doesn't work... I just got my '07 S with factory Bluetooth, and I can't get it to find my phone. It's a Nokia flip, 6103i, and it works just fine over Bluetooth with my Mac. I'm bummed that I might have to get another phone, as I only got this one 6 months ago. Now proud owner of a 2007 Cooper S!

Mar 26th, 2007, 05:41 PM	#20 (permalink)
Scrogg Run out of ideas... Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Gloucester Local Time: 08:26 AM Posts: 15,478 Offline	This is a common problem with MINI Bluetooth spiney. Try getting your phone to search for the car first, and pair them up that way. This has worked for others with the same problem.

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