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Can I continue to use the MINI Digital Key in my 2024 MINI Countryman after my smartphone has turned itself off due to insufficient battery charge?

Depending on your smartphone, you can still use the MINI Digital Key for up to 5 hours after your smartphone has turned off due to insufficient battery charge. Please note: "Express Mode" must be activated for the MINI Digital Key.

 

Each model smartphone device has a safety feature allowing users to unlock/lock/start the vehicle without having to first unlock their smartphone, for up to 5 hours after the device has run out of battery or has a depleted battery. The device terms are:

  • iPhone: Express Mode (enabled by default)
  • Google Pixel: Lock Screen (enabled by default)
  • Samsung Galaxy: Security Required Authentication (disabled by default).

If these settings are manually changed or you have manually turned off your device, Digital Key will not work. Airplane mode, Low battery mode, and cellular connection do not affect Digital Key operation.

 

Please note: This feature is not available for Apple Watch users. 

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