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      02-18-2020, 04:24 AM   #23
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Is it better when you use that one? I might consider buying one too. The tables in that position are useless for adults like you mentioned.

Unless somebody found a trick to raise them ?

On the passenger side it is better because of the seat position.
I had this same problem. I'm tall so the front seat sits low. With the table it is literally on top of the child seat in the back. Way too low for any purposeful use. I bought the head rest piece on Amazon and it's manageable now. I think BMW just used the same table, didn't take into account that the mounting location is one foot lower.
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      02-18-2020, 08:05 AM   #24
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Which version of the tray table are we talking about?

I received 51952449252 (2016 - current) from BMW (was a compensation for something else) to use in my X5 with Travel &Comfort pack.

This one supersedes the previous version nr 51952183853 (2011 - 2016)

Wondering if the new version has a better height?
I would test it, but still waiting for my car...

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      02-18-2020, 11:43 AM   #25
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I have two of these. And they can only be lowered not raised.

So they are useless with a childseat or for adults unless you buy the headrest Mount.

If you are able to put the driver seat in a raised and straight position it might work too.

For my children (9 and 10) it works fine with my normal seat position.
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      02-18-2020, 01:16 PM   #26
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Is it better when you use that one? I might consider buying one too. The tables in that position are useless for adults like you mentioned.

Unless somebody found a trick to raise them ?

On the passenger side it is better because of the seat position.
Yes it works perfectly fine with with the headrest mounted base carrier. No problems at all. I'm just making a first world complaint.

I did look at the table and it might be possible to reverse the adjustment slider on the back to raise the mount quite a bit. However, it would require either disassembling it or cutting off the end of the track which stops the mount from coming off the base of the table. I didn't want to cut into my brand new $120 table so I just left it alone.
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Which version of the tray table are we talking about?

I received 51952449252 (2016 - current) from BMW (was a compensation for something else) to use in my X5 with Travel &Comfort pack.

This one supersedes the previous version nr 51952183853 (2011 - 2016)

Wondering of the new version has a better height?
I would test it, but still waiting for my car...
My table was manufactured in 2019 and is the newer part. I believe the difference may just be the color of the surround (silver vs black).
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      02-07-2021, 08:00 AM   #28
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So I just picked up my brand new G05 today.

I'm based in Australia. Part of the deal was they would provide me with 2 iPad holders.

However, the parts and accessories guy has told me the only models BMW make for iPads are now for 1,2,3,4 and 1,2,3 minis. No pros, no iPad 5 and 6. He told me BMW don't make them for the newer models anymore, which makes no sense.

Anyone know if this is true?
You can just use the universal tablet holder and it works fine to hold the iPad Pro. I have never used the case with the rear seat holder. Or you can use the table and put the iPad on it. Personally, I find a big difference between Android and iOS on a tablet…but whatever you prefer. Congrats!
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There are no aftermarket kits that fit in the slot behind the seats?
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You can just use the universal tablet holder and it works fine to hold the iPad Pro. I have never used the case with the rear seat holder. Or you can use the table and put the iPad on it. Personally, I find a big difference between Android and iOS on a tablet…but whatever you prefer. Congrats!
We just went on a longish ski trip. My daughter used her iPad Pro (11 inches to watch movies, play games etc) with the standard Tablet mount without the BMW case and it was perfect. On the G05, using the new accessory holder and USB-C port right behind the iPad makes for quite a clean look. Plus, you can remove the whole thing in a few seconds...placing a tablet on the table is also a good option. I was surprised by the high quality of the plastic.
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      03-04-2021, 01:13 PM   #31
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I'm wanting to do the same thing for my 5 year old and 2 year old on an upcoming trip. However, the one hurdle is my 2 year old won't be able to navigate the movies. Is there a way we can control the iPad from the passenger seat so my wife doesn't have to contort to grab the iPad so that she can navigate to the movies, etc? Has anyone developed a good work around for this specific use case?
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I'm wanting to do the same thing for my 5 year old and 2 year old on an upcoming trip. However, the one hurdle is my 2 year old won't be able to navigate the movies. Is there a way we can control the iPad from the passenger seat so my wife doesn't have to contort to grab the iPad so that she can navigate to the movies, etc? Has anyone developed a good work around for this specific use case?
Hey Siri: "put on Dora the explorer"?
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Hey Siri: "put on Dora the explorer"?
I was about to say this. Yes, Hey Siri works. You can also use Siri to play, pause, raise volume etc…although something like play Dora the Explorer will likely present many options and you have to pick the one you want…for a 5 year old it won’t be an issue.

Also, why using the table and placing a tablet on it instead of the iPad mount is easier if you need to reach back
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We just went on a longish ski trip. My daughter used her iPad Pro (11 inches to watch movies, play games etc) with the standard Tablet mount without the BMW case and it was perfect. On the G05, using the new accessory holder and USB-C port right behind the iPad makes for quite a clean look. Plus, you can remove the whole thing in a few seconds...placing a tablet on the table is also a good option. I was surprised by the high quality of the plastic.
Would you mind sharing the iPad pro holder you have? Thanks!
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      05-02-2021, 11:35 AM   #35
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If it helps, I just put a full post in the X7 forum of each of the Travel & Comfort components. Answers questions about the tablet holders and cases.
https://g07.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1821772
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