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5 technologies in the 2016 BMW 7 Series to blow you away

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5 technologies in the 2016 bmw 7 series that will blow you away
The 2016 BMW 7 Series has just been unveiled to the public, and as the company’s flagship sedan, it features the latest and greatest tech BMW has to offer.

Whether it’s self-leveling air suspension, laser headlights, or heated armrests, the new car clearly spent a lot of time in Munich’s secret R&D labs. None of those are our favorite though, so in no particular order, let’s break down the coolest techie bits of the big Bimmer.

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iDrive 5.0

For the 2016 model year, BMW’s iDrive 5.0 infotainment system integrates a touch display for the first time. However, the control wheel is still located near the gear selector for added functionality.

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Gesture control is also new to iDrive, which measures hand movements with a 3D sensor. With a simple wave, the driver can adjust audio volume, control phone connectivity, and interact with customized options. The 7 Series also offers voice control, wireless mobile charging, and Wi-Fi.

Sky Lounge Panorama glass roof

Carbon Core

The 7 Series lineup will make its in-the-metal debut at the 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show in September. The cars are scheduled to arrive in U.S. showrooms this fall.

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