Iphone 5 , ios 6 and the cx-9

[HOLOHOLO]

Today, apple released iOS 6 for mobile devices and in 2 days, we'll begin to find out how well the new iPhone 5 will work with our Bluetooth systems.

I thought it would be handy to start this thread to collect our experiences and tips.

I'll have some feedback re the iPhone 5 this weekend, but nothing else I have plays with iOS 6.

If you're using these now, how are phone calls, phonebooks, music streaming, SIRI and turn by turn apps working for you?

 

[seldoms3]

Ehhhhhh! iOS6... Turn by turn is bad ass! And there's more smiley faces and all that so that's fun! But other then that.... It's the same! -_-

 

[stevetsmith2]

Ok. Here goes. Had the old os on the 4s and everything worked just fine. Loved the bluetooth setup in the CX9. Received the new Iphone5. Erased the old parred phone and reparred the new 5. Now to the problem. When starting the car, it doesn't automatically pare up the the iphone5. I can will manually do it, but not auto parring. Apple is saying that since all of my other bluetooth devices are working fine that the problem must be with the software in the CX9. Anyone out there hear of a software update for the Bose stereo in the CX9? Only thing I've found with it and ios6 that is a small issue. SO far, good phone. Not a great one. But good one.
Cheers
Steve

 

[gpaschos]

Try to delete all the paired phones and pair them again one by one including your iPhone 5. I had the same problem and worked for me. Now my iPhone 5 pairs automatically as it should.

 

[SeCX-9]

Ok. Here goes. Had the old os on the 4s and everything worked just fine. Loved the bluetooth setup in the CX9. Received the new Iphone5. Erased the old parred phone and reparred the new 5. Now to the problem. When starting the car, it doesn't automatically pare up the the iphone5. I can will manually do it, but not auto parring. Apple is saying that since all of my other bluetooth devices are working fine that the problem must be with the software in the CX9. Anyone out there hear of a software update for the Bose stereo in the CX9? Only thing I've found with it and ios6 that is a small issue. SO far, good phone. Not a great one. But good one.
Cheers
Steve

No problem with my 4S upgrading, nor with my wife's new 5 on her CX-7. Just delete the previous parin on the CX as I think it get's confused with the same MAC address from a "different" device. Should wok just fine....(in fact hoping the problem of my phone not connecting automatically goes away with IOS6. so far so good)

 

[HOLOHOLO]

I just returned from a trip and have yet to fully test the iphone 5 with the Mazda. But I rented a Venza and drove it around the east coast and was surprised how much better the software integration was on the TOYOTA. A little too good.

The Venza automatically paired my iphone and provided full access to the data/playlists/controls of the iPod section. It automatically downloaded all my contacts (that worried me) and the phone support was great. The turn by turn map functioned perfectly and smoothly muted my music whenever a direction was given. (phone calls interrupt the maps thought - not good) Siri worked through the radio as well.

It was far more intelligent and a better layout than the Mazda. The stock sound system was much better that the Bose crap in mine.

In fact, when you leave the car and return to it, the ipod starts playing your music from where it left off, with no action required.

We have a long way to go to catch up, I think.

 

[MIZFIT]

Upgraded to IOS6 on iPhone 4 with my CX R and now nothing works right. The song information does not work, the shuffle/repeat buttons are non-functional, and my playlists no longer available.

Any ideas?

 

[HOLOHOLO]

? They never did work on my old iphone.

 

[nosbusa]

ios6 has been causing a lot of issues with bluetooth connections. not just these vehicles, but a lot of other vehicle manufacturers and aftermarket as well.

 

[HOLOHOLO]

Again - it worked brilliantly with the new toyota.

 

[Purpleorchid]

Odd...my 2012 AWD Grand Touring switched seamlessly from my iPhone4 with the latest iOS5.x to iOS 6.0 without any hiccup. I still don't get song titles for Bluetooth audio streaming, but that's a known issue with the Mazda blueooth.

 

[HOLOHOLO]

I noticed a couple subtle changes after upgrading to the iPhone 5.

The streaming works easier and controls to switch between phone and car audio work better.

Siri and other apple voice controls don't work well, though I was able to text my wife once (only) via voice commands only. Some streaming audio apps are still poorly written and will jam up the Mazda until you reset the cars controls by hand.

I reimported the phone book (old one was from iPhone 3G) and it's cleaner now. Also, it does NOT include any "data" from the contacts list, such as email addresses, notes or stored passwords.

The Mazda phone book is still crappy, clunky and completely uneditable, but at least it doesn't expose sensitive personal data in this IOS6 rev.

 

[l33yang]

Mazda...sucks

Again - it worked brilliantly with the new toyota.

Just got my 2012 CX-9 GT and....

Goods:

-music automatically plays when you start
-back up cam is descent

Bad:

-no song information(iPhone 4 w/ ios 6).
-pairing was a B*tch! Took several times to pair my wife's Samsung Galaxy S Blaze.
-homelink doesn't work with my Chamberlain hd920ev(works on my brothers Toyota Tundra)
-blindspot sensors occassionally decide not to work

The stereo system looks like it's from the 90's. Come on Mazda....catch up already.

Banging my head for not getting a Highlander instead. Yes. Toyota's better! Pondering on trading in a year or two.

 

[BRIAN_MP5T]

This is not directed at anyone in particular, more at anyone who fits the profile,


Please feel free to go buy a Toyota, this is a community of Mazda owners and Mazda enthusiasts. I believe that you will get almost no sympathy from anyone with a post like that.

You test drove and bought a vehicle, and are now online complaining that you are unhappy with that decision. Why not invest that time into choosing a new vehicle.

To say a vehicle "Sucks" just because the Bluetooth doesn't have as many features, or works limited compared to another manufacturer, is just silly and will not accomplish anything.

I suppose I see it different, the company spent more time making the truck drive well, provide enjoyment on the road, and never imagined that a person would actually care about something as small as how the Bluetooth can download your personal data into the stereo.
I hope you like your new Toyota, please stop posting if the next post will be about how much you hate Mazda. Congrats, you found out that you are not really a Mazda owner. If I want an MP3 player phone with tires, I will get a Toyota.

 

[HOLOHOLO]

I think that's a bit harsh Brian. iPhone 5, iOS6, etc, is the name of this thread.

I didn't see yangs unedited post but as it reads now, it's full of useful contributions. Also did't see "Mazda sucks", I saw "Toyotas better". Anyway, I think once you've plopped 34 grand down for one of these zoom-zooms, you're entitled to offer constructive criticism about them. Even regrets.

You and I may be "old school" but the fact is, this is a world of smartphones and mobile devices now and the designers at the major carmakers ARE currently focusing on the race to integrate personal electronics as much as any other feature. It may seem flakey, but it's a sign of the times.

I think it's fair to say that Mazda is overall lagging in this area. And better in most others.

 

[BRIAN_MP5T]

He totally altered the post. It was a slam fest.

 

[HOLOHOLO]

Understood. Thanks Brian. "Mazda Sucks" is still in his post title.

 

[tex2670]

Just got my 2012 CX-9 GT and....

Goods:

-music automatically plays when you start
-back up cam is descent

Bad:

-no song information(iPhone 4 w/ ios 6).
-pairing was a B*tch! Took several times to pair my wife's Samsung Galaxy S Blaze.
-homelink doesn't work with my Chamberlain hd920ev(works on my brothers Toyota Tundra)
-blindspot sensors occassionally decide not to work

The stereo system looks like it's from the 90's. Come on Mazda....catch up already.

Banging my head for not getting a Highlander instead. Yes. Toyota's better! Pondering on trading in a year or two.

I have a '12 GT also. I wonder if the pairing issue is with the phone, because I have paired my wife's old Motorola Razr (not--not the new smart phone--the old filp), an iPhone 4, an iPhone 5, and an iPad--all paired immediately.

I struggled a bit initially with the home link, but finally got it to my Genie. I have found in the past that sometimes you need fresh batteries in the remote to get the HomeLink to pair.

--->As to both of these, you say that you just picked up a '12. Was it pre-owned? You may need to clear out prior pairings first--esp. for the HomeLink.

And, my issues with the BSM are the opposite--I occasionally get a false alarm.

I also have a Lexus, and I was leaning heavily toward the Highlander in part because I was familiar with all of the electronics, as the systems are the same as my Lexus. I agree that Mazda's systems are not nearly as intuitive as Toyota--but, for me at least, that's no reason to dump a vehicle. I could go on about how nuts it is that you can't edit the Mazda BT phone book--you can either manually input voice prompts or totally upload your phone book. But it's a frustration, not a reason to hate my car. There's just too much else I like about it. Seriously, if that's your main concern, you should never by anything but Honda--I don't think I EVER cracked open that owner's manual in 9 years, except to look at the fuse schematic...

Good luck with your vehicle.

 

[HOLOHOLO]

If the pairing jams, you may have to delete the profiles stored on both the car and the iPhone ("forget device"). Bluetooth can get pretty confused by other devices and signals around you.

Yes - having to wade through all 800 phonebook entries with mazda's lousy UI can render the whole thing useless. I end up just picking up the phone many times.

And if you have 2 or more voice dial entries that sound even remotely similar, it will infuriate you with misdials. For some reason, the damn thing thinks "Tom" sounds like "New Home". (smash)

That's no reason to dump the car, but if you're in the CX-9 making calls every day for business, these issues may impact you more.

Anyway - Apple posted the new iOS 6.1 today. Please provide any feedback you can re this update.

And drive safely,.. Cheers.

 

[l33yang]

This is not directed at anyone in particular, more at anyone who fits the profile,


Please feel free to go buy a Toyota, this is a community of Mazda owners and Mazda enthusiasts. I believe that you will get almost no sympathy from anyone with a post like that.

You test drove and bought a vehicle, and are now online complaining that you are unhappy with that decision. Why not invest that time into choosing a new vehicle.

To say a vehicle "Sucks" just because the Bluetooth doesn't have as many features, or works limited compared to another manufacturer, is just silly and will not accomplish anything.

I suppose I see it different, the company spent more time making the truck drive well, provide enjoyment on the road, and never imagined that a person would actually care about something as small as how the Bluetooth can download your personal data into the stereo.
I hope you like your new Toyota, please stop posting if the next post will be about how much you hate Mazda. Congrats, you found out that you are not really a Mazda owner. If I want an MP3 player phone with tires, I will get a Toyota.

Like Holoholo said, I just dropped 34 Grand on this vehicle and they advertise these features like there's no hiccups. So yes, anyone would be disappointed. I did test drive, but who would think about pairing there phone to a vehicle you're test driving? I'm sure you wouldn't think about pairing it until you brought it home and use it for a month.

And another valid point. I called homelink about the garage opener not working and they told me they urged car manufactures in 2006 about Security 2.0, but mazda had a surplus of outdated homelink mirrors. And so they decided not to update their homelink mirrors until 2014. That just goes to show how much they're lagging behind. They even told me that Toyota made the switch with their homelinks in 2010. So is Toyota the better company for doing that. I would say so. Anyone would suck for not updating their tech.

I'm just putting the information out there so people like me can prevent themselves from making a purchase if they like their features to work. These added features add to the price of the vehicle and when the features don't work then why should anyone have to pay extra for them. Right?

I'm sorry I didn't praise mazda for it's wonderful engineering at first....so

Goods of mazda:

I do agree with you on how the car drives. It drives really good. It's smooth and it's got some power. I like the exterior look, HID headlights, fog lights, 20' wheels(drool), Bose audio, leather seats/heated, etc. I guess I should've mentioned how well it's engineered. Definitely handles well and the AWD system is a lot better than my old Honda CRV.

Holoholo's right, my generation/todays generation moves fast. Personal electronics is the future. And these personal devices are killing car manufactures. Any CD/DVD player & Navigation system that comes with a vehicle is already out dated. Why, because of smartphones/tablets. Smartphones have your music, movies, and navigation...all for a lower cost than the navigation system from the manufacturer alone. You can even use a tablet to do your navigation,movie, and music. Hell, I haven't burned a CD for a year now. The other day my Dad(65 yrs old) pulls out his Garmin and I had to whip his hand because he already has an iPhone, haha(told him to use Google Maps of course).

So yes, Mazda is lagging. And if you're going to market yourself at the same level as Toyota, Honda, Chevy, Ford, etc. then you better not be lagging.