Nope, and nope.... +++

I'm on 0095 I think, having upgraded from the factory 0065.

My next uplift is to 04xx, and then onto 0770. I'd heard going to 0900 is bad as it can nobble the ability to self install map updates (Paul said that I think?)

I've hesitated on the firmware updates as I've been in dialog with Hazy Days over upgrading the radio gear in the MMI, and been incredibly indecisive about whether the A8 is really for me (crappy weather forecast so I drove it this week to Birmingham, it was bloody epic, but really, I still long over something more sporty. I know it makes no sense, so I wont attempt to justify)

When I start any update beyond 0095 I get some scary message (which I have, but not to hand right now) implying really quite specifically there's a good chance its going to corrupt something, in a helpful, if slightly scary way.

Id reached the conclusion that if I did somehow brick it completely, it'd be a reasonably good excuse to simply buy a newer replacement MMI unit, which would already have a later firmware, googlemaps, and 3G radio gear with wireless, and get CP removed and we're away. The cost difference between that and getting Hazy Days to do it is negligible once I factor in taking a day out to travel down south for the work.

But I guess the hassle/risk/cost over very short term gain if I do sell it shortly, has put me off fiddling really, and that old favourite, a lack of time.

Maybe I'll take a look this weekend time/weather dependent.....

does the google maps work on 0095

Thats quite worring specially as i am on 0065, Audi have offered to do it for me when i get back from holiday, im thinking this is the safest bet

hazzydays will do it for £170

Nope.

Although I've heard that a 3G data connection is 'needed' for googlemaps.

Recommended for sure, as rich graphics over 2G would be very painful long term, but it will be disappointing if I do go to the efforts of upgrading the firmware and it still doesn't work at all due to poor data connection.

Upgrade from 0065 to 0095 was very simple and quick BTW.

Its interesting how most folks seem to have got Audi to do it. I'm almost tempted to do it myself just to see what happens and how it works for everyone's benefit. Much as I want to, I can't suppose Audi has any more knowledge really than simply following the same instructions that we would, but not caring about the warning and likely just cracking on with it.....

i dont see 0095 , there is an 0097 that has DAB in the title, there isnt much in it, is that the one you did.

they dont seem to have as much knowledge actually, but if they brick it they can replace it. which would be even better

Nice pic :)
So glad you finally got the car back and sounds like you are a happy(ish) bunny again ;)

Must have been.....

Assuming they manage to replace it successfully and within a reasonable timeframe..... :rolleyes:

I think if the A8 were parked outside, I'd have set the update off by now, having convinced myself now that if an Audi dealer can manage it, then really a next, next, next approach to running the update can't be that bad really.

ive put the first one on a card

whats putting me off is bricking it before my re-arranged holiday in 2 weeks

i wouldnt be popular at all

how much is the part if you brick it? is it the 5f unit?

where is it located

The MMI unit (afaik) is the single din sized unit beneath the flap where you pop your sim and SD cards in.

The trim around it pulls off, revealing a handful of screws that lets it out from what I've read. Looks a doddle.

That single unit I believe is the cellular radio, wifi (if fitted), media player, bluetooth, MMI head, jukebox, Navigation maps etc, 'the brain'

The crucial difference between the two main variants seems to be whether it has a sim slot (and thus online services) or not. With sim slot should have 1 extra coax cable on the rear that goes to the phone aerial I believe.

Seemed to be looking a little over £500 from German sellers when I last looked.

thanks andy