Bluetooth File Transfer "Discussion" Thread [Archive]

TrippalHealicks

07-02-2007, 05:45 PM

im listening...please tell

I would think they won't include Bluetooth file transfer, because it would mean the ability to "share" music. The company created things like iTunes to make money. Bluetoothing music is pretty much P2P sharing, on a different level. Now, maybe they could find a way to disable music and movie bluetoothing, and just make it photos? That would be nice. I could deal with that.

remix2112

07-02-2007, 06:21 PM

I would like to be able to sync using bluetoof - is that a feasable possibility (if TrippalHealicks & I can get BT to work)

JnC

07-02-2007, 06:24 PM

I think eventually it will allow transfers to designated regions, much like you encounter with iPod disk mode. But you're right, it will never allow direct access to songs without going thru iTunes.

TrippalHealicks

07-04-2007, 09:26 PM

I think eventually it will allow transfers to designated regions, much like you encounter with iPod disk mode. But you're right, it will never allow direct access to songs without going thru iTunes.

I wish they would at least add picture bluetoothing.. Bluetoothing songs is not really important, especially since i can't use them as ringtones, anyway. At least let me BT pics... :P

MICHAELKENNETHTX

07-05-2007, 01:50 AM

tray

07-05-2007, 02:28 PM

i miss my ability to transfer my cameraphone photos via bluetooth to my computer. :`(

hutchensgd

07-07-2007, 07:40 PM

I was able to transfer contacts between my old cell phone and the IPhone with
Bluetooth. Worked well.

As I am considering trading up my treo for iphone, I am wondering if I can bluetooth synch as i can now for my ical and address book. Those are the biggies for my persoanl business demand. Is this possible?

Swagger

07-09-2007, 03:05 AM

As I am considering trading up my treo for iphone, I am wondering if I can bluetooth synch as i can now for my ical and address book. Those are the biggies for my persoanl business demand. Is this possible?

I sadly found out today that the iPhone DOES NOT support data transfer via Bluetooth. I attempted to sync my contacts from my PocketPC (PPC-6700 running Windows Mobile 5.0) and also my more basic, Samsung M610. I could not get the iPhone to maintain the pairing with either device. I also could not accomplish the transfer of contacts (or any other information) to the iPhone from either device (via Bluetooth). I spoke with Apple support and was informed that the Bluetooth on the iPhone only supports handsfree (I.E., Pair with vehicle handsfree or Bluetooth Headset). I was truly disappointed to learn this. I was so used to Bluetooth data syncing with my other two devices. I will say though, other than this problem. The iPhone is an amazing piece of electronics.

jimwarden

07-10-2007, 07:35 PM

I was able to transfer contacts between my old cell phone and the IPhone with
Bluetooth. Worked well.

I would love more info on how this is done. I tried it with my LG Verizon phone. It found the iPhone, but wanted a passkey. Where do I find passkey?

Then iPhone wanted PIN. Where do I find this? Thanks for any help. I got this LG since it had room for 1000 contacts and it is almost full.

Learn so much here on EI.

Thanks, Jim

Swagger

07-10-2007, 10:33 PM

I would love more info on how this is done. I tried it with my LG Verizon phone. It found the iPhone, but wanted a passkey. Where do I find passkey?

Then iPhone wanted PIN. Where do I find this? Thanks for any help. I got this LG since it had room for 1000 contacts and it is almost full.

Learn so much here on EI.

Thanks, Jim
The passkey/word that works with most Bluetooth is four zeros (0000). You can, on most devices, later configure a different passkey/word. The initial passkey/word on a device is four zeros (0000). This also works for Bluetooth headset pairing...M

jimwarden

07-10-2007, 11:03 PM

OK, got the two phones to see each other with bluetooth. Now how to send the contacts from old phone to new iPhone? Anyone.

Thanks, Jim

Swagger

07-10-2007, 11:18 PM

OK, got the two phones to see each other with bluetooth. Now how to send the contacts from old phone to new iPhone? Anyone.

Thanks, Jim
Jim,
Read my post at the bottom of page 1 in this thread. The iPhone DOES NOT support Bluetooth data transfer. This was confirmed by Apple's support team when I called them on Saturday. The Bluetooth only supports headsets (non stereo) and handsfree Bluetooth car kits. Unless someone has figured out a hack for this problem. You cannot transfer your data to or from the iPhone via Bluetooth. You can put your contacts in Outlook Express and sync them via iTunes. Another option is, take your old phone (even if not an AT&T phone) to an AT&T store and they will attempt to tranfer your contacts for you. Good Luck...M

jimwarden

07-10-2007, 11:43 PM

OK, I guess I was mislead by the poster above who said he moved his contacts from one phone to the iphone with bluetooth. I will see if AT&T can help me. My Outlook program is on the fritz and I can't find my original disk.

Jim

tdefriez

07-12-2007, 12:12 PM

I would think they won't include Bluetooth file transfer, because it would mean the ability to "share" music. The company created things like iTunes to make money. Bluetoothing music is pretty much P2P sharing, on a different level. Now, maybe they could find a way to disable music and movie bluetoothing, and just make it photos? That would be nice. I could deal with that.

If you transfer iTunes file with DRM it will not play unless the iPhone its transfered to has been registered to your computer (or account), if you transfer file with no DRM it will play (iTune sells these now at a premium, you can copy these anyway you like) - you can do this via computer without BT and an iPhone so why block it via BT - Apple can easily block just the music part like they have attempted to on iPod and say they tried...

Mac

07-12-2007, 12:23 PM

I would think they won't include Bluetooth file transfer, because it would mean the ability to "share" music. The company created things like iTunes to make money. Bluetoothing music is pretty much P2P sharing, on a different level. Now, maybe they could find a way to disable music and movie bluetoothing, and just make it photos? That would be nice. I could deal with that.

I don’t think they have to disable anything on the phone when it comes to such transfers. They “found the way” to disable users to share purchased music on itunes , so what’s the deal? What bothers me that they advertise iphone being a “revolutionary phone” in the meantime it’s missing standard futures that other phones come with, just like mms. You can not send it, and when received you have to logon to some website, I found it very annoying. Not sure about you, but besides some extra futures I feel like owning a verizon phone again.

Swagger

07-12-2007, 02:00 PM

I don’t think they have to disable anything on the phone when it comes to such transfers. They “found the way” to disable users to share purchased music on itunes , so what’s the deal? What bothers me that they advertise iphone being a “revolutionary phone” in the meantime it’s missing standard futures that other phones come with, just like mms. You can not send it, and when received you have to logon to some website, I found it very annoying. Not sure about you, but besides some extra futures I feel like owning a verizon phone again.

I think alot of people are rethinking their purchase now that the "Newness" has worn off. The bluetooth problem, no mms, no infared port, the battery life and the 2 year contract with AT&T (when you got NOTHING free or discounted). Plus the fact that we were ALL (if not already) FORCED to become an AT&T customer. All of this to be beta testers at the charge of 600.00. I wonder why I keep feeling like Apple forgot to kiss me..M

bigviking

07-12-2007, 03:38 PM

I guess bluetooth transferring would make sense for pushing data from one phone to another, but for syncing it would be a whole lot better and faster if it did so via WIFI.

Unless you were completely re-writing most of what was on your iPhone (multiple GBs), WIFI would be plenty fast for syncing contacts, calenders, photos and music.

WIFI sync is at the top of my list for features that I would like.

//STATiC

07-13-2007, 12:30 AM

With iTunes' ringtones update coming soon, we won't need to transfer ringtones with our friends, we'll already have the best ones.

clarntoon

07-13-2007, 11:02 PM

So why did I buy the big one? I can't mount it on my mac and I can't blue tooth it.... I hope they unlock some features soon or maybe we get our top hackers on it... or did I miss something and you can mount?

I could see making a big zip file and renaming it from .zip ti .jpg, then syncing it to a picture folder, but then I don't think I could get the "picture" back off at the office.

still, this phone is the coolest thing ever.

Sent from my iPhone
- Clarntoon

Mac

07-16-2007, 11:17 AM

I think alot of people are rethinking their purchase now that the "Newness" has worn off. The bluetooth problem, no mms, no infared port, the battery life and the 2 year contract with AT&T (when you got NOTHING free or discounted). Plus the fact that we were ALL (if not already) FORCED to become an AT&T customer. All of this to be beta testers at the charge of 600.00. I wonder why I keep feeling like Apple forgot to kiss me..M

Hi,
At first when looking at the phone and all adds it did not even crossed my mind that it could have such limitations. Oh well, lets just hope that apple will improve that, otherwise the reception is good , haha

frank85

07-16-2007, 02:14 PM

I would like for BT data transfer to come in the future... I spoke with an apple rep over the phone and he explained that blue tooth is currently not supported. when I asked him if he knew anything about it coming in a future update he went on to tell me that they are not at liberty to discuss any future update plans regarding the Iphone or any of their products; then he transferred me to the legal department and a lawyer for apple took down my information :(

jashsayani

04-01-2008, 10:33 AM

But Isnt there a BT File Transfer patch available thr Installer ?

legry

04-10-2008, 03:57 PM

I was able to transfer contacts between my old cell phone and the IPhone with
Bluetooth. Worked well.

How were you able to transfer contacts from your old phone to your iphone, this is a major probem for me

Thanks

anusia

04-13-2008, 10:48 PM

Hey,

Could you please tell me how you did that? I desperately need to transfer 300 phone numbers to my Pioneer radio from iPhone via Bluetooth. I just got my iPhone. I haven't performed any software updates on it, but it's not unlocked either. I'd appreciate any help on the unlocking 'thing' it as well.

Thansk!!!!

I was able to transfer contacts between my old cell phone and the IPhone with
Bluetooth. Worked well.

psylichon

04-13-2008, 10:57 PM

BT file protocol is so 2004. This phone has Wifi. Use it Apple!

Toxic Gecko

04-15-2008, 10:09 AM

I don’t think they have to disable anything on the phone when it comes to such transfers. They “found the way” to disable users to share purchased music on itunes , so what’s the deal? What bothers me that they advertise iphone being a “revolutionary phone” in the meantime it’s missing standard futures that other phones come with, just like mms. You can not send it, and when received you have to logon to some website, I found it very annoying. Not sure about you, but besides some extra futures I feel like owning a verizon phone again.

I send mms as email to my wife all the time. It goes out from my iPhone as an email but she gets it as an mms on her V3XX. I'm not sure about other carriers, but AT&T phones have an mms email address. Just email your "mms" to the cell number like this 0001112222@mms.att.net but use the actual cell # obviously.

I am interested in the website to login to check received mms. What website is this. I have never heard about this before.

Thanks

pcpro745

11-19-2008, 02:33 PM

Check out this forum, Bluetooth is coming along way

http://iphonebluetooth.tk/

Woohoo18two

08-25-2009, 05:49 AM

I sadly found out today that the iPhone DOES NOT support data transfer via Bluetooth. I attempted to sync my contacts from my PocketPC (PPC-6700 running Windows Mobile 5.0) and also my more basic, Samsung M610. I could not get the iPhone to maintain the pairing with either device. I also could not accomplish the transfer of contacts (or any other information) to the iPhone from either device (via Bluetooth). I spoke with Apple support and was informed that the Bluetooth on the iPhone only supports handsfree (I.E., Pair with vehicle handsfree or Bluetooth Headset). I was truly disappointed to learn this. I was so used to Bluetooth data syncing with my other two devices. I will say though, other than this problem. The iPhone is an amazing piece of electronics.

Hey guys Bluetooth file transfer between iPhones/iPod touches is now available on the app store. Just search for BlueWaves. There are some decent updates coming so keep an eye out.

There is an os limitation that will prevent syncing with non iPhone/iPod devices but I do rekon apple will lift that bar in the future.

Yes I am the developer, just trying to ease some people's iPhone woes.