This app lets two users with Android phones/tablets to chat with each other using Bluetooth technology. It also has useful features like notifications and contacts.
- Android 4.0 or higher
- Android SDK v21
What is bluetooth?
- Bluetooth is a Personal Area Network (PAN) technology which uses UHF radio waves in the ISM band, from 2.4 GHz to 2.485 GHz. It is currently managed by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group, although originally standardized by IEEE in its 802.15.1 standard.
What devices are supported?
- This app currently supports all android devices.
What is the bluetooth chat range?
- The range depends on the device. Usually, it works up to 50 feet.
What situations can bluetooth chat be used?
- In a situation where there is no WiFi connectivity, two users can connect via bluetooth and start chatting with each other. For example, in a library with no wireless LAN connectivity, two people sitting in different areas can chat with each other using this app.
Can this app work on a tablet? Can a tablet chat with a phone?
- Yes, this app works on a tablet. It also works if one of the devices used is a tablet and the other is a phone.
Can the user be notified of new messages while not using the app?
- Yes. The app notifies the user by vibrating and flashing an LED light.
What if my bluetooth is not turned on?
- The app will prompt the user to turn it on and will list all of the available devices within range.
- Google+ Community: https://plus.google.com/communities/105153134372062985968
- Stack Overflow: http://stackoverflow.com/questions/tagged/android
If you've found an error in this sample, please file an issue: https://github.com/googlesamples/android-BluetoothChat
Patches are encouraged, and may be submitted by forking this project and submitting a pull request through GitHub. Please see CONTRIBUTING.md for more details.
- Access camera and share pictures/videos
- Save chat history
- Chat with more than one person (Group chat)
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