Need a bluetooth USB.

Discussion in 'Tech Talk' started by Gilgamesh, Feb 9, 2012.

  1. Looking for a bluetooth usb that is v2.1 + edr. Trying to use it for a Px5 on ze pc. I have an optical out. Just looking for the usb that works great OoB
     
  2. So do you need a bluetooth device that adds USB to your computer? Or do you need a bluetooth device that plugs in via USB so that you can connect game controllers, mice, keyboard, and audio devices?
     
  3. the latter portion. Need to connect game controllers, etc
     
  4. Thank you sir
     
  5. mwhays

    mwhays Veteran

    great choice, but you can do better on amazon. I got mine for 3 bucks shipped. Works like a charm.
     
  6. Is it a reliable build quality?
    And does it support version 2.1 spec and enhanced data rate?

    Cause if so a link would be nice :)
     
  7. mwhays

    mwhays Veteran

    Sure!

    1. Its a molded piece of plastic that runs cool during transfer... I expect it will last basically forever.

    2. Good question. No. Its 2.0. What does that mean? Not much, it means that some devices may or may not take a few extra seconds (like 2 or 3) to pair the first time. Also, it is slightly less secure from outside attack compared to v2.1 at release. That is now a moot point, both are equally vulnerable. Im not aware of any additional differences. Oh, other than EDR- EDR was optional on v2.0, I understand that it is standard on 2.1? I havent confirmed that, so dont hold that as gospel.

    2a. This does have EDR. Confirmed.

    3. Sure! Its the standard chinese no name half-mood shaped import dongle.
    It comes with drivers. DO NOT install them, they are likely spyware/adware/blatant malware. Just use the windows built in stack. It recognizes it as 2.0 with EDR capability. Confirmed common linux distros and Mac do, as well.

    http://www.amazon.com/Smallest-Blue...O0/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1329000144&sr=8-12

    $1.68 on amazon with free shipping.


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