BMW Apple CarPlay Half Screen to Fullscreen Upgrade

Widescreen CarPlay coded to run edge-to-edge instead of the factory half-screen view.

Already have half-screen Apple CarPlay on your BMW's NBT EVO system? This upgrade switches it to a true full-width display — up to 10 app icons per screen instead of the standard split-screen layout of 8.

This is a software-only upgrade using genuine BMW firmware — no aftermarket boxes, no head unit replacement, and your existing half-screen CarPlay must already be working before this can be applied.

Half Screen (Before)

Fullscreen (After)

Key Benefits

Full-width CarPlay display instead of the standard split-screen layout
More room for Apple Maps, Google Maps, Waze, Spotify and messaging apps
Uses genuine BMW firmware — no third-party hardware
Retains all factory functions (iDrive controls, steering wheel buttons, OEM microphone)
Fully reversible

Fullscreen CarPlay Compatibility

This upgrade applies to NBT EVO ID5 and ID6 systems (F and G Series BMWs) and EntryNav2 units that already have half-screen Apple CarPlay working.

How to Check Your Firmware Version

Go to Navigation → press the Options button → Settings → Position & Version History → Version Information.

NBT EVO: fullscreen is available on firmware versions N, O, P, Q, R, S, U, V, W and later — not possible on H, I, J, K, L or M without a firmware update first.
EntryNav2: fullscreen is available from iLevel 2020-07 onward.

If your firmware is on an older version, a firmware update may be needed before fullscreen can be applied — we'll confirm this from your version details.

Not Sure Which Firmware You're On?

Send us a photo of your Version Information screen via WhatsApp and we'll confirm whether fullscreen is a straightforward upgrade or needs a firmware update first.

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Compatibility confirmed against your exact model before any work begins
Fully coded and tested on-site before you drive away
Mobile appointment, or visit us in M16 — whichever suits you
No-obligation quote confirmed with you first, no surprises on the day

Ready to book?

Get a fixed quote for this job, confirmed against your exact BMW model.

Frequently asked questions

How long does BMW Apple CarPlay Half Screen to Fullscreen Upgrade take?

Most BMW coding and activation jobs are completed within an hour or two, depending on your exact model. We'll confirm timing when we book your appointment.

Do I need to bring my BMW anywhere?

Not necessarily — Mr Code It is a mobile service, so we'll usually come to you. You're also welcome to bring your BMW to us in the M16 area of Manchester, by appointment.

Is BMW Apple CarPlay Half Screen to Fullscreen Upgrade guaranteed to work on my exact model?

We confirm compatibility against your exact BMW model, including year and hardware version, before any work begins, so there are no surprises on the day.

Do I need to already have CarPlay activated?

Yes — this upgrade switches existing half-screen CarPlay to fullscreen. If you don't have CarPlay yet, you'll need OEM Apple CarPlay Activation first.

Is this different from a firmware update?

If your firmware version doesn't support fullscreen yet, a firmware update is needed first — we'll check this from your version details before booking.