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Old 09-22-13, 06:21 AM
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Question lexus with MirrorLink™ Feature

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In my Lexus IS250 i have noticed in the Car that thers a MirrorLink™ Feature

and here are the screen capture straight from my car screen:


Have anyone used it on the New 2014 lexus IS250/350?
because it does not working with any mobile phone I connect to using a USB cable.

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Old 09-22-13, 07:26 AM
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To confirm, your car is not US spec vehicle correct?
Old 09-22-13, 07:30 AM
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Originally Posted by DaveGS4
To confirm, your car is not US spec vehicle correct?
its not.

why you asked?
Old 09-22-13, 11:18 AM
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what phones did you connect it with?

Dave is asking because US nav is different... different software, European get better one (kind of).
Old 09-24-13, 05:23 AM
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Originally Posted by spwolf
what phones did you connect it with?

Dave is asking because US nav is different... different software, European get better one (kind of).
-an Iphone 4 and 4s
-Sony Xperia Z and ZU
-Samsung Note 2 and S4

can anyone test the MirrorLink and do a review because
I just want to know what I am missing xD plus its annoying to have a feature in my car and I cant accesses it nor used it! lol sigh!

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Old 09-24-13, 03:25 PM
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I tested it with galaxy s3.
First you should install drivelink app from sony.
It works. But I think ot is useless because you can only use maps for navigation. If you let run maps you can not have music so it is very simple. It should work wit xperia z zl and zr too if you start car mode.I would like to know if it is better or not. Can I use other navi app?
Old 09-25-13, 01:37 AM
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Originally Posted by frankyman
I tested it with galaxy s3.
First you should install drivelink app from sony.
It works. But I think ot is useless because you can only use maps for navigation. If you let run maps you can not have music so it is very simple. It should work wit xperia z zl and zr too if you start car mode.I would like to know if it is better or not. Can I use other navi app?
thanks for testing and sharing frankyman ... it a bit disappointing that the car head unit has a very limited use for the MirrorLink feature...but at least I got Navigation function which is fine with me ... but unfortunately I am not able to accesses nor make it work... i have the feeling it's kind of locked on my car... on my next visit to the dealer ill ask them about it and hopefully I'll find an answer to my question ... but by all mean if anyone used please share and make a thread describing it usage using pictures or video
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I have asked the dealer ( we have only one in Hungary), but he had no idea if it works or not.
After I have checked the internet I found information wich mobile could be compatibel. I think some Nokia phones could work too. If you are only interested in navigation maybe nokia is the best solution because they have maps for free. I plan to buy an used nokia 700 (it is cheap) to make a test. If its work I will make a video and will give a short rewue.
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Originally Posted by frankyman
I have asked the dealer ( we have only one in Hungary), but he had no idea if it works or not.
After I have checked the internet I found information wich mobile could be compatibel. I think some Nokia phones could work too. If you are only interested in navigation maybe nokia is the best solution because they have maps for free. I plan to buy an used nokia 700 (it is cheap) to make a test. If its work I will make a video and will give a short rewue.
Connecting a cheap Nokia phone as a navi function is a Great idea! BUT in the mirrorLink site HERE

i found my Sony Xperia Z Ultra are listed as a server compatible device

found out that other users are having the same Issue Check this

SO I think its Lexus fault for not getting there S/W Up to date.
hopeing they well Update our cars in the next few weeks or months
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Check this:

http://www.lexusownersclub.co.uk/for...-display-help/
Old 10-07-13, 10:12 AM
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I have downloded today the app. "nokia car mode with mirrorlink" on my used nokia 700 (costs Phone 50 euro, software 25 euro).

After starting the app. and starting mirrorlink in info menu in my new IS 250 (without navi) it is working. I dont need sim card because I can download the maps for freeat home with wifi and navi is working offline. I will make a video on youtube, and share the link...
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Great news!

Video video video! I want to see it

Cant waite! LoL
Old 10-12-13, 05:43 AM
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Check this:

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Hi I am with the same problem bouth my IS300H in august and there is no new update for mirrorlink it only works with Samsung Galaxy and Sony phones (some models). I think Lexus is going out of this tecno and will have available a GPS to add to this model paying around 800 EUR.
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Its a shame that this isn't available in US models.

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