Escort Smart Mirror

skyking9 · 12-13-2009, 11:17 AM

I am seriously considering installing the Escort Smart Mirror (http://www.escortradar.com/smartmirror.php) and wonder if I will lose my comfort access features. Anyone have any ideas?

Citizen Z · 12-13-2009, 11:33 AM

I can't really imagine why you'd lose you CA. The mirror looks like it installs completely discrete from the car's electronics. I say go for it.

skyking9 · 12-13-2009, 11:53 AM

What is big red dome on the under side of the mirror??

Feyd · 12-13-2009, 11:58 AM

I think its a cool item, but proceed with caution....

I've got a navigon 7200t GPS unit and it is a total piece of shit. I bought it because I liked the way it looked and the interface seemed pretty cool, but it crashes a lot and the interface turned out to not be the greatest. I would think that it might be even more cumbersome on such a small screen as on this mirror.

Other issues with Navigon, customer support is almost non-existant, it won't remain paired with my iphone (supposedly they've fixed this) and I can't hear the person on the phone when they are speaking (too quiet). On the other hand once you've got your location plugged in and you are going its a pretty good unit. The lane assist thing is actually quite handy..

*shrug*

///M1 · 12-13-2009, 02:13 PM

I think it is a cool design, but for a small car like the 1- it will virtually be half the windshield width

Tom K. · 12-13-2009, 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by skyking9

What is big red dome on the under side of the mirror??

Known technically as the BMW "clown nose", it is the indicator lamp for the alarm system - see your manual for specifics.

Tom

ajvee · 12-13-2009, 06:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Feyd

I think its a cool item, but proceed with caution....

I've got a navigon 7200t GPS unit and it is a total piece of shit. I bought it because I liked the way it looked and the interface seemed pretty cool, but it crashes a lot and the interface turned out to not be the greatest. I would think that it might be even more cumbersome on such a small screen as on this mirror.

Other issues with Navigon, customer support is almost non-existant, it won't remain paired with my iphone (supposedly they've fixed this) and I can't hear the person on the phone when they are speaking (too quiet). On the other hand once you've got your location plugged in and you are going its a pretty good unit. The lane assist thing is actually quite handy..

*shrug*

+1. I have a Navigon GPS unit as well and it has been very problematic. I also agree that their customer service is virtually non-existent.

12-13-2009, 11:17 AM	#1
skyking9 New Member 6 Rep 25 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW 128 Cab Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Largo, FL iTrader: (0)	Escort Smart Mirror I am seriously considering installing the Escort Smart Mirror (http://www.escortradar.com/smartmirror.php) and wonder if I will lose my comfort access features. Anyone have any ideas?
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Citizen Z Alpine Master 111 Rep 1,310 Posts Drives: '08 135i AW Sport Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kansas iTrader: (1)	I can't really imagine why you'd lose you CA. The mirror looks like it installs completely discrete from the car's electronics. I say go for it. __________________ Alpine White with Taupe Leather 135i, Sports Package, Heated Seats, Comfort Access, iPod Adapter Fastness: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=252727
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Feyd Major 346 Rep 1,288 Posts Drives: a DEEZZULL Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (2)	I think its a cool item, but proceed with caution.... I've got a navigon 7200t GPS unit and it is a total piece of shit. I bought it because I liked the way it looked and the interface seemed pretty cool, but it crashes a lot and the interface turned out to not be the greatest. I would think that it might be even more cumbersome on such a small screen as on this mirror. Other issues with Navigon, customer support is almost non-existant, it won't remain paired with my iphone (supposedly they've fixed this) and I can't hear the person on the phone when they are speaking (too quiet). On the other hand once you've got your location plugged in and you are going its a pretty good unit. The lane assist thing is actually quite handy.. shrug
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