LS600 infotainment system upgrade
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In my 2013, the various "apps" like Pandora and Yelp are closed off to me (I don't have a subscription).
Of course, I can stream via Bluetooth Streaming Audio, but I cannot seem to access the Pandora/Yelp interface directly via the car's system.
Am I missing something? Any insight would be appreciated.
Of course, I can stream via Bluetooth Streaming Audio, but I cannot seem to access the Pandora/Yelp interface directly via the car's system.
Am I missing something? Any insight would be appreciated.
Try creating an account:
https://www.lexusenformappsuite.com/login.jsp
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SW15LS, thank you very much for the response.
You opened up my mind... I had erroneously assumed that the entire AppSuite was closed off to me, since I didn't have the subscription. I hadn't even bothered to install the software on my cell phone, thinking there was no point! And I was wrong...
From the Lexus Enform FAQ:
"Lexus Enform App Suite does not require an activation fee or monthly recurring fees, however, registration is required. Lexus Enform apps rely on the customer's smartphone data plan."
Now I can't wait to get into my 2013 LS and try it out...
Thanks to folks like you, SW15LS, this forum is so great.
You opened up my mind... I had erroneously assumed that the entire AppSuite was closed off to me, since I didn't have the subscription. I hadn't even bothered to install the software on my cell phone, thinking there was no point! And I was wrong...
From the Lexus Enform FAQ:
"Lexus Enform App Suite does not require an activation fee or monthly recurring fees, however, registration is required. Lexus Enform apps rely on the customer's smartphone data plan."
Now I can't wait to get into my 2013 LS and try it out...
Thanks to folks like you, SW15LS, this forum is so great.
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http://drivers.lexus.com/lexusdriver...senform/faq.do
2010-2012 just has Enform Safety Connect, Destination Assist, and eDestination.
If I were OP, I'd just get one of the aftermarket products to add Bluetooth Audio connectivity and a USB port(?) that a previous poster suggested.
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There are a few other differences I'm aware of in the infotainment/navigation systems between 2007-2009 and 2010-2012 LS460's:
A slight change in the color scheme on the screen;
I think (but needs verification) that 2007-2009 doesn't announce street names when navigating to a destination, but 2010 does. I know the latter is true, but I'm not sure about the former;
On 2007-2009 models you can rip a CD to the hard drive (albeit with some loss in bit rate), whereas you can't on the 2010-2012 models, where the hard drive is just for navigation data;
2007-2009 models have the capability of recording and recalling memo information in the calendar. That was lost in the 2010 refresh;
I believe more car settings are accessible from the infotainment system, starting in the 2010 models. It's possible that an app, such as Carista, would allow access to those settings.
IMO, there's not a huge difference in infotainment between the 2007-2009 and the 2010 versions beyond what has already been discussed.
A slight change in the color scheme on the screen;
I think (but needs verification) that 2007-2009 doesn't announce street names when navigating to a destination, but 2010 does. I know the latter is true, but I'm not sure about the former;
On 2007-2009 models you can rip a CD to the hard drive (albeit with some loss in bit rate), whereas you can't on the 2010-2012 models, where the hard drive is just for navigation data;
2007-2009 models have the capability of recording and recalling memo information in the calendar. That was lost in the 2010 refresh;
I believe more car settings are accessible from the infotainment system, starting in the 2010 models. It's possible that an app, such as Carista, would allow access to those settings.
IMO, there's not a huge difference in infotainment between the 2007-2009 and the 2010 versions beyond what has already been discussed.
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The Enform App Suite isn't available in pre-2013 LS460's. The older generation Nav system isn't compatible:
http://drivers.lexus.com/lexusdriver...senform/faq.do
2010-2012 just has Enform Safety Connect, Destination Assist, and eDestination.
If I were OP, I'd just get one of the aftermarket products to add Bluetooth Audio connectivity and a USB port(?) that a previous poster suggested.
http://drivers.lexus.com/lexusdriver...senform/faq.do
2010-2012 just has Enform Safety Connect, Destination Assist, and eDestination.
If I were OP, I'd just get one of the aftermarket products to add Bluetooth Audio connectivity and a USB port(?) that a previous poster suggested.
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That's odd... Both my '10s have Enform, BT audio and USB port (i.e., everything that debuted in MY 2010), but no Apps. I would've sworn that first appeared as part of spindle grille update, beginning in MY2013 with the refresh/redesign across LS, LX, GS, ES and RX.
Yeah, no one wants to hear it but he's right... Trading in is cheaper otherwise Bluetooth mod for streaming audio is the most cost effective solution.... I traded in my 2010 RX and I'd say that is a feature I currently miss... Streaming music from my phone was awesome and easy
Recalling and recording memos is something I didn't know... Going to look into that. Thanks!
There are a few other differences I'm aware of in the infotainment/navigation systems between 2007-2009 and 2010-2012 LS460's:
A slight change in the color scheme on the screen;
I think (but needs verification) that 2007-2009 doesn't announce street names when navigating to a destination, but 2010 does. I know the latter is true, but I'm not sure about the former;
On 2007-2009 models you can rip a CD to the hard drive (albeit with some loss in bit rate), whereas you can't on the 2010-2012 models, where the hard drive is just for navigation data;
2007-2009 models have the capability of recording and recalling memo information in the calendar. That was lost in the 2010 refresh;
I believe more car settings are accessible from the infotainment system, starting in the 2010 models. It's possible that an app, such as Carista, would allow access to those settings.
IMO, there's not a huge difference in infotainment between the 2007-2009 and the 2010 versions beyond what has already been discussed.
A slight change in the color scheme on the screen;
I think (but needs verification) that 2007-2009 doesn't announce street names when navigating to a destination, but 2010 does. I know the latter is true, but I'm not sure about the former;
On 2007-2009 models you can rip a CD to the hard drive (albeit with some loss in bit rate), whereas you can't on the 2010-2012 models, where the hard drive is just for navigation data;
2007-2009 models have the capability of recording and recalling memo information in the calendar. That was lost in the 2010 refresh;
I believe more car settings are accessible from the infotainment system, starting in the 2010 models. It's possible that an app, such as Carista, would allow access to those settings.
IMO, there's not a huge difference in infotainment between the 2007-2009 and the 2010 versions beyond what has already been discussed.
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I was looking to have the streaming BT music and the newer navigational software. I think the screen is way more robust than what is in my 08 600hL. I really don't want to add anything that is not factory and I have checked into the other system the one guy posted. It's nice but not for me right now. Then again neither is 14 stacks just so that I do not have to plug into the audio jack and have a few more pixels on the screen.
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I was looking to have the streaming BT music and the newer navigational software. I think the screen is way more robust than what is in my 08 600hL. I really don't want to add anything that is not factory and I have checked into the other system the one guy posted. It's nice but not for me right now. Then again neither is 14 stacks just so that I do not have to plug into the audio jack and have a few more pixels on the screen.
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If you are looking for audio quality - the 2007 - 2009 models had the best Mark Levinson sound system. 2010 - 2012 was awful. 2013+ is slightly better than the 2010 - 2012 models.
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