The "generic" tag for issues related to Bluetooth, a wireless technology for exchanging data over short distances. Whenever possible, please use the more specific tag *instead* if such exists, e.g. 'bluetooth-audio', or 'bluetooth-tethering'.
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What happens when bluetooth headphones run out of battery while playing music?
I have a Motorola Xoom 3G with Android 3.0 and use it with a bluetooth headset. I'd like to know what happens when the headphones run out of battery? Does the music just stop in the same way it does ...
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Android Froyo (2.2). Why I cannot put letters on bluetooth PIN?
Please, I have a device wich I connect via bluetooth from my Samsung Galaxy S. The bluetooth device have a alphanumeric PIN. When I try connect it ask for PIN but my galaxy only let me to put ...
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Audible difference in bluetooth A2DP sound quality - how change A2DP settings?
After moving from Symbian to Android, I noticed an audible* drop in audio quality when listening to music via bluetooth (A2DP). I woudn't say the quality is poor, but bad enough for me to investigate ...
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What are workable/straightforward methods for using external game controllers (bluetooth, USB) with the Android platform?
I own an Archos 43 IT running Android 2.2. It is my understanding that the Archos devices in this product line support USB Host and Bluetooth.
What are workable/straightforward methods for using ...
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3answers
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How to share files through Bluetooth?
The only way I found to do it is by installing a 3rd party file explorer software. Isn't there a default app that does that? At least for media files?
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How to make URL coming in via Bluetooth open in browser? [closed]
When receiving an URL from Nokia phone, my Galaxy 3 shows the URL as text file and I need to first open it via Opera browser, then manually select the whole URL and only then I can open it all (for ...
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Rename a bluetooth device?
Android doesn't seem to offer a way to name (or rename) a paired bluetooth device. For example, if I have two identical Bluetooth headsets, I can't readily tell which is which.
Do you know of any way ...
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Disconnect phone's built-in Mic while using Bluetooth A2DP adapter [closed]
I am using an A2DP adapter (similar to NoiseHush N550) to speak and listen to my Nexus One (running 2.2-froyo). It works fine, except that I noticed that the Nexus One's microphone(s) are still ...
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I can not get rid of information about a file transfer
Hi I have HTC phone with Android system. Several days ago I tried to transfer a picture from another phone by bluetooth. Now I can't to delete a notice about transfer.
I mean that when I click on ...
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3answers
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Bluetooth GPS compatibility list for Android 2.2 / Archos 43 tablet?
I've been looking at a very inexpensive bluetooth GPS (DeLorme Earthmate BT-20) to pair with my Archos 43 Internet Tablet running Android 2.2. Is anyone aware of a compatibility list that I should be ...
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1answer
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Suggest a bluetooth handsfree app [closed]
Is there any Android app out there for bluetooth handsfree control which requires no internet connection ? I want to make calls, receive calls, sent messages and I want my messages to be read to me. I ...
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Bluez-A2DP as sink
I want to configure and use Bluez as an audio sink for my Android Based Car Head Unit, so that I can connect a smart phone to the Car Head Unit.
The smart phone must work as a source of audio stream ...
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1answer
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How do I send a group of contacts via bluetooth?
It's possible to send individual contacts via Bluetooth with Contact -> Send Contact -> Send contact - Bluetooth.
But I don't see a way of doing this (on the HTC Desire) with a group of contacts?
Is ...
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544 views
HTC Desire - cannot turn Bluetooth on!
I was playing with Android Bluetooth API on HTC Desire. Bluetooth was working fine, then suddenly it stopped. Now I cannot turn it on, even manually from the Settings menu. Here is something from ...
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2answers
981 views
Can I use the Nexus-S GPS as an external GPS for another device (via Bluetooth)?
Is it possible to use the Nexus-S GPS as an external GPS for another device (via Bluetooth) ?
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1answer
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Send audio using bluetooth
I have an Acer Liquid Metal with Froyo and an Alpine Car Stereo (bti 114).
I can use the stereo as headset perfectly and I've noticed that I can also hear the phone notifications when using it.
Can I ...
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Xperia handset - cannot send files using bluetooth [duplicate]
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Xperia handset - cannot send files using bluetooth
My friend has a Sony Ericsson Xperia (most probably X8) handset which is an Android based smartphone. He is not able ...
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2answers
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How to use an Android device as bluetooth USB dongle?
Is there a way to use my android device as a bluetooth USB dongle without rooting it?
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Connecting to internet using Wi-fi portable hotspot or bluetooth? which one is more battery saving?
I have EDGE internet connection in my Samsung Europa I5500L (Froyo 2.2). I can connect to the Internet from my laptop using both bluetooth or making a wifi hotspot from the device using that EDGE ...
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Connecting an optimus lg to an external keyboard?
Any recommendations for connecting an optimus lg to an external keyboard via the micro-usb or by other means? I saw similar but more general questions, and no easy solution and i was wondering if ...
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Use Only Mic in Bluetooth Headset, While Outputing Audio to 3.5mm Jack?
Is it possible to use only the microphone in a Bluetooth headset, while letting my Android phone sound through amplified speakers connected via the 3.5mm jack?
More specifically, I am looking to use ...
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1answer
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paste text to bluetooth?
I'm using the PasswordSafe app and am looking for an easy way to send passwords from my phone to other computers. I can copy the password to the clipboard but what then? Is there an app that will have ...
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1answer
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Will the AT&T HTC Aria Froyo (2.2) official upgrade solve the Bluetooth reset issue? will it allow free tethering as the unofficial 2.2?
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I couldn't wait and dowloaded the 2.2 upgrade for my AT&T HTC Aria just to find out the official one came one a few weeks later.
The only reason I want to upgrade is the Bluetooth reset bug ...
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Can I connect to a shell from a PC to my Android using bluetooth or USB?
I want to run some commands on my rooted android phone. It is not very practical to interact with a shell using the touch screen, therefore I wanted to run a daemon on it and connect to it from a PC. ...
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Limit sync'ed address book entries to bluetooth car-kit
Is there an app (because I don't see it as a feature) to limit the address book entries to a particular category when accessing via bluetooth?
My car will only take 1000 phone numbers, but my address ...
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1answer
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Can I Bluetooth tether my Android to iPhone?
I am very confused atm. My iPhone 4 says it has Internet Tethering (Settings > General > Network > Internet Tethering > On) via Bluetooth (Settings > General > Bluetooth > On).
1) Does this mean I ...
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1answer
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Bluetooth AVRCP only device
Is there a Bluetooth device I can use with my Android phone which has nothing more than previous, play/pause, and next track buttons?
There are many AVRCP Bluetooth devices, but they are all also ...
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533 views
Turn on bluetooth when USB is connected?
Is there any app, or other method, that lets me automatically turn on Bluetooth if USB is also connected, and turn it off when USB is disconnected?
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3answers
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Best Car stereo for my android phone
I just got a HCT EVO and was thinking about getting car stereo with bluetooth, car mount, and car charger to go with it (for my 2005 Civic).
First of all, are there any products that will do all of ...
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1answer
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Bluetooth Peripheral Device Driver? - Droid X
I'm trying to transfer a picture via bluetooth from my Motorola Droid X - Android 2.2 to my Windows 7 32bit machine.
When I do the normal troubleshooting steps it tells me "No Device Driver found."
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2answers
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Can I tether my Blackberry Pearl to WiFi Tablet (such as Archos 70 IT)?
Has anyone used Blackberry Pearl to connect to a non-3G tablet device (for internet access)? Specifically something like the Archos 70 IT or Samsung Galaxy Tab?
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1answer
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Podcast Player and Bluetooth?
I've been using Google Listen for podcast catching and playing. Seems to work just fine. I'd like to be able to play my podcasts over my Bluetooth headset. Alas, it seems that is only an option for ...
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Is there a way to get my android phone to stop going back to the beginning of a song when I disconnect my bluetooth audio?
I have an Android phone (a Motorola Droid, running android 2.2) that I use with my car's bluetooth audio. When I turn on the car, it will automatically conenct to the Droid and tell it to play, which ...
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1answer
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Voice Control for Android 2.1
I have a bluetooth speakerphone for my car (BlueAnt). It uses a phone's built in voice control. When I try to use it, it says that voice control is not supported by my phone (at&t Captivate, ...
