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While I have a 2014 and don't have this feature, I've used it on loaner cars before from the dealership. I find it only mildly useful for the map scrolling/zoom feature, that's it. It comes down to what activities (other than driving) you're actually doing in the car. For all these purposes, this is the main reason I decided not to upgrade to IDv5 or IDv6. I only "use" the idrive 2 times daily:
1. read text messages (I don't send it). Even this function is a shortcut on my dash button.
2. check traffic visuals (I don't even zoom) For my area and my viewing preference having a "1mi" zoom is perfect.
Things I don't do because I have it preset or there's an alternative method:
1. I don't tinker with the audio at all, I don't even switch stations, I only listen to 2 stations and have it programmed on my console buttons.
2. enter addresses for navigation. I use my connecteddrive app (totally worth the $10/month) and shoot the address directly into idrive. Plus, I don't really travel with my car, it's mostly for daily work commute.
3. call people. I usually use voice commands and wheel buttons to call people, which is rare to begin with.
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