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Tell me about this bluetooth.

While downloading a few apps, like the Wii controller mod made by one of our own xda developers, it appears that the desire has a non-standard bluetooth arrangement compared to something like the Nexus One? Rather than timing out, the application isn't even recognizing that bluetooth is turned on. The help section tells me vaguely that its an issue with the device itself...
What are the details on this? I've read that this is a flaw with any Sense UI device. I don't have any other bluetooth devices to test it with (except a Wii controller) but does bluetooth even work on the desire?? Would rooting fix my issues?

Macca2805 said:
While downloading a few apps, like the Wii controller mod made by one of our own xda developers, it appears that the desire has a non-standard bluetooth arrangement compared to something like the Nexus One? Rather than timing out, the application isn't even recognizing that bluetooth is turned on. The help section tells me vaguely that its an issue with the device itself...
What are the details on this? I've read that this is a flaw with any Sense UI device. I don't have any other bluetooth devices to test it with (except a Wii controller) but does bluetooth even work on the desire?? Would rooting fix my issues?
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I have the same issue connecting a Wiimote to my Desire. My Bluetooth does work though, with everything but the Wiimote, I expect your bluetooth is also fine.
I expect the Wiimote app is conflicting with something about the Sense UI. Maybe the fact that Sense-enabled handsets also come with HTC's IME keyboard stock, since the Wiimote app is in fact a replacement IME.

Bluetooth keyboard on EVO?

I read somewhere that the HD2 supports bluetooth keyboards. Does anyone know if it's the same with the EVO?

Maybe, I hope so because I intend on testing it with an apple wireless keyboard

Not natively, but it should work with third party driver/apps like KeyPro.

Sweet I have my Apple Keyboard and Mouse.

I have heard a rumor that the Incredible does not support BlueInput (because of an older BT stack implemented by HTC) like-wise the EVO. I would be unhappy given the lack of a physical keyboard on the phone.
http://www.teksoftco.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=2414

That was the same error I was getting on my Sprint Hero, but the KeyPro guys made a version of the drivers that worked anyway. I think they can do the same if the EVO has the same issue.

galt said:
That was the same error I was getting on my Sprint Hero, but the KeyPro guys made a version of the drivers that worked anyway. I think they can do the same if the EVO has the same issue.
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Unfortunately it may be more OS related than a BlueInput problem.. Either way it would appear we arent getting HID anytime soon.
http://community.htc.com/na/htc-forums/android/f/91/p/2201/8561.aspx

zonyl said:
Unfortunately it may be more OS related than a BlueInput problem.. Either way it would appear we arent getting HID anytime soon.
http://community.htc.com/na/htc-forums/android/f/91/p/2201/8561.aspx
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Mmm, so that explains why Wiimote Controller does not work on "devices running Sense"

FYI, using a beta version of KeyPro I was able to connect my Freedom Universal Keyboard 2 to the EVO, but the keyboard mappings were off. I've contacted the developer of KeyPro (who has been very responsive to tweaking the app for Sprint Hero support), I'm pretty sure this is something they can resolve.
Will report back...

My bad, I forgot to change the keyboard type in the KeyPro options - it works GREAT with the EVO!

Good stuff! Thanks for the notice!

galt said:
My bad, I forgot to change the keyboard type in the KeyPro options - it works GREAT with the EVO!
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With what keyboard?

galt said:
...I was able to connect my Freedom Universal Keyboard 2...
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It's a pretty nice keyboard. http://www.freedominput.com/technical-support/technical-support/universal-keyboards
I should note, it provides for good text entry and some hotkey functions, but it seems that much of Android's interface isn't accessible via these kinds of devices. You are still going to have to poke at your screen to do some things. Bluetooth mouse support would make this a bit easier...

I use the v-tech virtual keyboard via KeyPro. Works quite well.
Ceger

What did you do that I can't figure out?
I've spent the best part of 8 hours trying to get my Freedom Universal 2 keyboard to connect using Keypro. The developer said not to bother purchasing the key if I couldn't get the keyboard working without it. Were you able to get it working on the trial version? Or did you have to purchase the key? I've managed to get the keyboard paired but not connected. Thanks for any tips / pointers.

Are you using the beta version from the keypro forum? The one they cooked up for the hero works for me. Which ROM are you running, and what are the symptoms of your connection problem?

The version I've been trying to get working is Keypro 2.00.08 trial.
Android version 2.2
The phone appears to pair with the keyboard when the keyboard is set to SPP, but not in HID, but they never actually connect. I've not yet been able to use the keyboard or assign shortcuts using Keypro. Thanks.

I was counting on using my think outside Serria full size folding bluetooth to work, ltd proving tto be difficult so far.
This was and perhaps is one of best keyboards but it don't matter if it doesn't even connect
Any one have an approach they could suggest?

bigwavebrian said:
The version I've been trying to get working is Keypro 2.00.08 trial.
Android version 2.2
The phone appears to pair with the keyboard when the keyboard is set to SPP, but not in HID, but they never actually connect. I've not yet been able to use the keyboard or assign shortcuts using Keypro. Thanks.
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I recently purchased the Freedom Pro keyboard from Amazon. I figured if I could not get it to work, I could send it back to Amazon. I originally tried to use the keypro apk, but was unsuccessful. Then I downloaded the android driver from the Keyboard site, that also would connect, but not pair. I then downloaded the instruction manual and followed their directions. Still no success. Then I got the bright idea of shutting down the phone, and then trying to pair my Evo to the keyboard. Success!!!! You click on the connected part of the driver software (read the installation manual) and this time it connected. There is an area on the driver you can use to check and see if you are connected. My Evo is unrooted (since 2.2). This has replaced my laptop for on-the-go business related work.

[Q] Defy+CM7+Bluetooth Keyboard

Hi there,
I'm trying to connect a rather simple/cheap bluetooth keyboard with the latest cm7 (beta 6 - amazing work thank you so much!). It's very simple to get it "Connected to hid device", but I cannot use the keyboard to actually type on the device at all.
I have been typing successfully with blueinput (connecting is tricky but there's a manual somewhere. This proves that I'm using a normal working hid keyboard), thing is that I'd love to make a Hebrew layout, which should be possible with the built in hid support in CM, if only I can get the keyboard to work....
http://forum.cyanogenmod.com/topic/...th-hid-devices/page__view__findpost__p__40957
*I'm posting at xda and cyanogenmod's forums because I can't establish if the problem is because cm7 on the motorola defy is on (rather advanced) beta, or because I'm using a brandless keyboard, which CM might not like.
Cheers!

Froyo handles HID just fine!
Take a look at this post of mine. It's a confirmation that a cheap BT keyboard does work with Froyo! Maybe Quarx can pick some files from the 3.4.3-11 ROM!?
Just my 2 cents...
Regards,
Carlos

Uh, that's awesome, I'd wish it was just working with my setup. wondering what exactly is missing there because it does report that it's connected to hid device (but as we know that's not really enough usually) hopefully someone a bit more talented than me would want to make it work then.
hijacking my own thread here- how do you like typing on that tiny thing? you can't really put all fingers on it at once can you? it's more like a one finger type thing I'd think. I sketched the keyboard down from the given dimentions (a while ago) and I figured it won't be good for my needs...

Logitech Mediaboard Pro Working!
Did a quick test to see if my logitech mediaboard works on beta6 CM7, after i found this thread
I previously tried back on 2.1 when i got the phone in december with no luck- the phone couldnt even find the keyboard even with a multitude of apps i tried
So if anyone else has this keyboard, theres some info
-- this also means basic Bluetooth HID controller is working in cm7 or 2.3.4 ginger

I bought the same keyboard and i am able to pair it with the defy on the latest nightly.
I cannot use it for text input though.
Hope it will get fixed soon.

does it say "connected to hid device" or something else?
try bluetooth keyboard easyconnect. its on the market, and no I couldn't get it to work for me...
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It says "Connected to HID device"
It also recognizes key presses on the keyboard as i were able to check with "blueinput" which makes a sound on keypress.
I cant use it to input anything though.

as I said before, I can type with blueinput and bluekey jp but they disconnect all the time. you should be able to at least get them to work. rt(f)m...
try to uncheck the hid profile from the bluetooth configuration menu, at least to make it work with those two drivers.

I did uncheck HID but neither of the drivers work.

Evo 4gOTA 2.3.3 Gingerbread bluetooth keyboard support?

hi,
i was under the (possibly wrong) impression that gingerbread natively supported bluetooth keyboards. (bt hid)
im at the moment stuck with the OTA update and cant seem to get my igo bluetooth keyboard to work.
any drivers that i can use with gb + igo keyboard?
regards,
asmd.

As far as I know, the problem has been with Sense (which was not upgraded with the OTA) and not with the version of android. I have used CM7 in the past and the HID profile works great. Maybe someone here who is using a Sense 3.0 Rom can validate if HID keyboards or even Wiimotes will work with the new Sense. My guess is no...

thanks for the reply.
Snap!! anybody know how to get a Igo bluetooth keyboard working with the current evo 4G GB OTA?
regards,
asmd.

My microsoft BT keyboard pairs, but doesn't connect. Same issue I had with froyo. Running Mikg 2.15 rom. When i tried the same with cm7, it pair perfectly. Not a complete deal breaker, but would of been nice. I recall reading previously that HID support had to be part of the BT stack. Whether the BT stack is a function of sense or not, I don't know. Practical testing suggests it is.

I realize this thread became a little bit old, but did anyone ever find a solution here? Or is Sense just totally incapable of working with a BT hid keyboard?
I just this past week got a new mini BT keyboard and was excited about all the prospects of using it. I'm currently on Sense MikG 2.5 and have been for about the last 6-8 months, after about a 6 month run on CM7.
I didn't realize, I guess, that there was such a vast difference in terms of BT HID devices. Anyway, I'd seen reference to an Anthrax kernel, but now see no way of downloading it.
Can anyone help out in that regard? And would the Anthrax kernel solve that issue? I might be looking to use the Anthrax kernel anyway.

I have been working to find a way to get my Igo connected. There was some small progress last night. I've been running sense 3.5. Last night I threw in a se of but hid files. Before it would even pair. Now the keyboard pairs but will not connect. For now I am using an ics rom to be adle to use my mouse. It connects with no problem. On sense 3.5 it pairs and connects. But it disconnects in less than a second

I'm having the same problems I have an LG Bluetooth keyboard and sadly running sense I can never get it to work aosp Roms seem to work fine though

Bluetooth HID support

Hello, I been searching around and can't seem to find any specific answer to this problem. When trying to pair a bluetooth keyboard I own I get the message "HID Device not supported". It works on two other android phones, namely the ZTE Blade and Samsung GT-I5500.
I've tried rooting the phone and using apps such as bluetooth keyboard easy connect, blueinput and bluekeyboard jp and they don't seem to help at all.
Both of the phones that the keyboard worked on had Cyanogen Mod 7 installed so I'm guessing that's perhaps why they worked.
I'm guessing this will only be fixed when a custom kernel that works for the Samsung Galaxy Y is created. Is that correct? Or is there another way to get this keyboard working?
Thanks very much,
Michael