In the world of luxury driving, knowing exactly what’s around you every second is essential—enter the BMW App Camera, a seamless integration that transforms your smartphone into a powerful viewing tool for smarter, safer adventures on the road.
The BMW App Camera connects directly to your smartphone, delivering real-time, high-definition camera feeds from your vehicle’s exterior. No extra hardware required—just the app, a stable connection, and instant access to live views, enhancing confidence during parking, navigation, and daily commutes with unmatched convenience.
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The BMW App Camera is more than a tech accessory—it’s a vital component of modern driving safety and convenience. Embrace the future of mobility by downloading the BMW app today and unlock a smarter, more connected way to view and protect your vehicle.
Do I have to activate the "BMW Drive Recorder" vehicle app in my BMW after a BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrade? No. If you have booked the "BMW Drive Recorder" vehicle app as a BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrade, it will be activated automatically in your vehicle on your next trip. In this How-To video, you'll learn how to set up the system, capture recordings from the exterior cameras, and export them easily to your smartphone using the My BMW App.
The My BMW App connects your BMW to your compatible Android™ and Apple™ mobile devices. This app offers several services like Remote Start, navigation and maps that deliver traffic updates, smart key technology that can lock/unlock your BMW from a distance, personalized payment options, and more. With a modern design and intuitive user guidance features, the My BMW App is made to help you navigate a completely new mobility experience.
Check the status of your BMW, use one of the many remote control features, plan trips in advance, book your next service appointment, or discover the world of BMW. To set up the BMW Drive Recorder in your BMW with Operating System 8.0, firstly go to 'All apps' then tap the 'Drive recorder' app. Consent to the transmission of your vehicle's camera data, then go into 'Settings' then tick 'Allow recording' to active the Drive Recorder in your BMW.
Download the My BMW App*. *The My BMW App is compatible with all BMW vehicles from the 2014 model year onwards in conjunction with the option ConnectedDrive Services and a compatible smartphone. The availability and functions of the My BMW App may vary depending on the country.
What is a Drive Recorder? A drive recorder is a camera system installed in your vehicle to record video footage of your journey. BMW's drive recorder integrates seamlessly with the vehicle's infotainment system, offering high-quality video capture, easy access, and intuitive controls. Why Use a Drive Recorder?
Watch this video to discover how the BMW Advanced Car Eye 3 Pro captures front and rear-facing vehicle camera recordings. For more convenient control, utilize the Advanced Car Eye 3 mobile app. With Remote Inside View, you can see a snapshot of the interior of your BMW through the interior camera in the My BMW App.
Your BMW requires Operating System 8 or newer and the options "alarm system" (SA 302) and "interior camera" (SA 4NR) as well as the "anti-theft recorder (internal)" service. The Remote Services must be activated. You must consent to data transfer in the vehicle under: Apps.
How does the BMW Drive Recorder work? Depending on the country of delivery, the model and the equipment of your BMW, you can use the "BMW Drive Recorder" vehicle app. With the BMW Drive Recorder, the exterior cameras of your BMW create a video of the surroundings in a 360° view.