Thermal Glass
03-08-2019, 10:56 PM
#16
Originally Posted by 500RJC
But you have the cradle, so are you saying you saw no issues before activating it? Thanks
03-09-2019, 12:16 AM
#17
The cradle works whether it is registered or not. Registration is not needed for it to work. Whether I use the cradle or not I have not noticed any difference. My SA said I should see increased reception strength (more bars) using the cradle, but I really haven't noticed any difference. I will look more closely to see if reception strength increases using the cradle. I got the Smartphone Compartment to get better reception in rural and mountainous areas where signals are hard to get.
03-09-2019, 01:50 PM
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In terms of blocking heat and UV, a top-quality film tint should be able to accomplish the same effect. But the glass has some other benefits - significant noise reduction, better view clarity, harder to damage than film. Also, in some places any aftermarket tint of front windows and/or windshield is not allowed, so the thermal glass is the only option there.
03-09-2019, 02:40 PM
#20
Have a new Cayenne S with the thermal/noise reducing glass. Cell phone reception fine, though I live in an area with good coverage. I did not get the cell phone compartment. Maybe if you live in a remote area with poor coverage, it would be more of an issue. No experience with a toll pass, but you can clearly see the the areas on the windshield near the rearview mirror where the glass is different. I do really think it helps reduce outside sounds, which I was looking for. Makes the Bose system sound even better.
03-09-2019, 03:58 PM
#21
Burning Brakes
My SA told me. Apparently it can be placed anywhere inside the panoramic roof just don't obstruct the view. Seems to be a routine placement. In Florida there are toll sensors overhead and toll sensors at car level. Panoramic placement would be fine for the overhead sensors. He had not heard anything negative with car level sensors either.
03-09-2019, 04:34 PM
#22
Have a new Cayenne S with the thermal/noise reducing glass. Cell phone reception fine, though I live in an area with good coverage. I did not get the cell phone compartment. Maybe if you live in a remote area with poor coverage, it would be more of an issue. No experience with a toll pass, but you can clearly see the the areas on the windshield near the rearview mirror where the glass is different. I do really think it helps reduce outside sounds, which I was looking for. Makes the Bose system sound even better.
03-09-2019, 10:00 PM
#23
Originally Posted by pokingaround
Interesting. Next toll I find I'm going to just hold it up to the spot usually indicated to see if it works. If not, I guess it's the panoramic roof...
03-10-2019, 10:53 AM
#24
Burning Brakes
That may not work. I placed the toll pass in what I thought was the correct position near the rear view mirror, but it didn't work. As Captain Scurry said above you can see where the glass is different near the mirror which is the area my SA said the toll pass should be placed. I haven't gone through a toll station since it has been placed in this new position but I really hope it works there.
03-15-2019, 07:39 PM
#25
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My BMW 7 has this glass on it, and I don't experience any noticeable difference but then how can I compare it, unless I get out the car on the highway and see if the reception improves. However, when Porsche mentioned it "may cause receptions reduction...." That's enough for me to not include it. They wouldn't ding their own car unless there was a reason to do so. Tolltag on the sunroof? Really. Uh, not happening. I'll pass, thanks.
03-16-2019, 09:09 PM
#26
Any real life issues with cell phone reception? I know Porsche suggestes the cell phone cradle/booster (still time to add to our order) but we have theramal glass in our S classs and cell phone reception nor sun pass is an issue.
I'd rather not add the phone crade if I dont really have to, as it takes up quite a bit of space in the small console compartment.
I'd rather not add the phone crade if I dont really have to, as it takes up quite a bit of space in the small console compartment.
i did have to mount my Ez Pass on the front license plate holder which was a little bit of a bitch and some electronic tags for opening gates might not pass thru (I’m rolling down my window and waiving the tag outside of the car like an idiot)
Love the thicker glass with regards to keeping outside noises outside. It does make for a quieter cabin.
03-17-2019, 01:00 AM
#27
ive clocked over 2,000 miles w the thermal glass and have had zero issue with cell phone reception. I do not have the cell phone cradle. It’s my opinion it’s a waste of mullah
i did have to mount my Ez Pass on the front license plate holder which was a little bit of a bitch and some electronic tags for opening gates might not pass thru (I’m rolling down my window and waiving the tag outside of the car like an idiot)
Love the thicker glass with regards to keeping outside noises outside. It does make for a quieter cabin.