BMW Multifunction Smart Key (press release)

Subw00er · 11-25-2008, 01:20 PM

I'm holding off for the embedded chip in my arm.

kronzprinz · 11-25-2008, 01:25 PM

didn't you hear the news? it's not in your arm anymore, it's in your left nut

Tallest · 11-25-2008, 01:31 PM

good concept, lots of research and when it comes to execution...

Gig103 · 11-25-2008, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by BMWFM

Nice. Wish I could also use CA as my front door key...

We have RFID badges at work, and then there's CA on the car, so I looked into it. I might try to install this in a garage - it doesn't work with a deadbolt, but there are RFID systems available:

Reader
Fail Secure Strike

Edit:Found this too
Remote deadbolt

jgorman13 · 11-25-2008, 01:52 PM

This is ridiculous in my opinion. The current key is smart enough. I like having my credit cards in my wallet and not in my key.

chuck92103 · 11-25-2008, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by ase2dais

wow~ the only thing missing is a phone feature

+1 The multifunction fob will never take off. All the features are already or will soon be available in cell phones.

BMW should make an app the installs on an iphone/BlackBerry that can be used as a comfort access fob.

Can you imagine a smart fob left with a valet?

!Xoible · 11-25-2008, 01:54 PM

so if i lose my keys im completely fucked!

ase2dais · 11-25-2008, 02:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chuck92103

+1 The multifunction fob will never take off. All the features are already or will soon be available in cell phones.

BMW should make an app the installs on an iphone/BlackBerry that can be used as a comfort access fob.

Can you imagine a smart fob left with a valet?

thats why you give them the valet keys w/o any other features but to start the car

chuck92103 · 11-25-2008, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by ase2dais

thats why you give them the valet keys w/o any other features but to start the car

Not when you take you car to the dealer.

Not when you loan your car to a friend or relative.

I would say 99% of people never give a valet key to a valet. They get the real keys or fob.

kinan_sleiman2006 · 11-25-2008, 03:07 PM

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SkipSauls · 11-25-2008, 03:24 PM

The model in the pictures may just have small hands, but that thing looks huge! With most people already carrying a mobile phone and/or PDA, who would want yet another chunk to lug around. I'm all for simplifying things, and wouldn't mind a single device, but that should be my choice as to what it is. As others have said, BMW should work to make it possible to use an iPhone/BlackBerry/etc. as a key instead of trying to add extra functionality to the key fob.

hipvspec · 11-25-2008, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by nmulax

Plus a few years later when you go to sell the car - I'd be a little paranoid that all my info was erased as I handed the keys over to the new owner.

Exactly! Just like whenever my credit cards become expired i will completely shredded them to pieces for that peace of mind(regardless of how safe and privacy-oriented the credit card companies claim to be) . Can i smash the key fobs and ask for the new owner to go get some new ones from the dealer?

1º · 11-25-2008, 04:12 PM

still no self-destruct button? this is why i dont do business with BMW...

oncyte · 11-25-2008, 04:30 PM

EDIT: Repeating what has already been posted above..

So I guess they didn't think of people who valet their cars....

VGR00 · 11-25-2008, 05:18 PM

I think you would find that there are a lot of security features attached to such a device which hasn't been mentioned in the release. I don't understand why everyone is so negative on this. People were also so negative when credit and debit cards became released. This would be a great medium as we move to being a cashless society. It probably wouldn't be out for 5 - 10 years time (min) where it would be released to a trial number of people like all 7 series owners. Their feedback will enable improvements which then progress to the masses. Technology will continue to evolve and change the way we work. The smart people embrace it and make it work to their advantage.

E90330iS · 11-25-2008, 05:33 PM

makes the key even more valuable to lose

ase2dais · 11-25-2008, 05:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chuck92103

Not when you take you car to the dealer.

Not when you loan your car to a friend or relative.

I would say 99% of people never give a valet key to a valet. They get the real keys or fob.

I think if you dont trust your dealer or friends or relative, that would be a sad day in America, and can say its time to commit suicide

Spaceman Spiff · 11-25-2008, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ase2dais

I think if you dont trust your dealer or friends or relative, that would be a sad day in America, and can say its time to commit suicide

Friends and family, I can live with but the dealer??? How can I trust someone who charges $550 for what's essentially a glorified oil change?

Alchem · 11-25-2008, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by GreekMaverick

Yes, 911....

Me: I just Got Mugged.....!

911: Are you Hurt sir ?

Me: Yeah...(WTF)...????

911: Did they take anything? Your wallet?

Me: Well, They left the wallet since I only had couple bucks in there but they stole my Key, cause well My CC info is embeded in it and you can just use swipe it and pay/charge anything on it with no verification needed since I doubt they have MY name engraved on it...God Bless the fine minds of BMW engineers....!

Or..you could call and get your key fob put on hold. And there are other ways to verify..like having your photo come up everytime you swipe your fob.

!Xoible · 11-25-2008, 07:43 PM

imagine giving one of those to the valet dude!

Bimmer Nerd · 11-25-2008, 08:34 PM

this is absolutely fucking useless, BMW start taking your mind off the cars and stick what you do BEST, engines and cars. please leave credit card to visa or mastercard and let them take care of it, come on seriously whats the point of having this ?? make american civilization more lazy then they already are ?? ( not speaking to all, but you gotta admit america is getting lazier and lazier)

Bimmer Nerd · 11-25-2008, 08:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///Mantis

imagine giving one of those to the valet dude!

lol

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