How to Connect and Use a Bluetooth Keyboard With Your iPhone

These are instructions on how to connect and use a bluetooth keyboard with your iPhone. This tutorial will use the BTstack Keyboard utility by Matthias Ringwald.

Step One

Launch Cydia by tapping its icon on your Springboard.

Step Two

Press to select the Sections tab.

Step Three

Press to choose Networking from the list of Sections.

Step Four

Press to select BTstack Keyboard from the list of Packages.

Step Five

Press the Purchase button at the top right of the screen. BTstack Keyboard costs $5.00 and can be bought using Paypal or Amazon Payments. Once the payment has been processed press the button at the top right which has now been changed to Install.

Step Six

Press the Confirm button to begin installation.

Step Seven

Once the installation has successfully completed press the large Restart Springboard button.

Step Eight

You will notice a new icon on the Springboard called Keyboard. Press it to launch the app.

Step Nine

You will likely be notified that Apple's Bluetooth is active. Only one Bluetooth Stack can be active at the same time. Since the keyboard will only work with the BTstack press the OK button to activate this stack.

Step Ten

The app will now search for your keyboard. You must make the keyboard discoverable in order for it to be located. On the Apple Wireless Keyboard you can hold down the power button until the led blinks repeatedly. For other keyboards, check the user manual.

Press to select the device you would like to pair.

Step Eleven

Once the device has been connected you will be prompted to enter a pin number using the keyboard then press ENTER.

Step Twelve

You will now be informed that you're connected with the keyboard. You can use the text field provided to test it out or open any other application to begin typing.

Step Thirteen

Notice the Springboard icon will display an On badget when BTstack Keyboard is running. You can open the application and press the Disconnect button for your keyboard to end the connection.

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Bluetooth 3.0 Standard Announced - in Time for iPhone 3.0?

We mentioned Bluetooth 3.0 before, and now it looks like the spec is getting a tad more specified. WMExperts has the story covered but suffice it to say it’s stronger, better, faster, longer. (Or at least it borrows 802.11 WiFi power when it needs to be).

Lot’s we still don’t know, however, including whether by some miracle Apple could have it ready — or at least ready to be upgradable — by the time we get some new iPhone hardware this summer. Also, whether or not we’ll be able to use BT 3.0 for wondrous things like wireless local syncing of ginormous media files.

With the new accessory access APIs announced as part of iPhone 3.0, however, it looks like we will be seeing some amazing new stuff coming our way… at some point.

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Bluetooth Gets Faster With Bluetooth 3.0

From its annual All Hands Meeting in Tokyo this week, the Bluetooth SIG formally adopted Bluetooth Core Specification Version 3.0 + High Speed (HS), or Bluetooth 3.0. This latest iteration of the popular short-range wireless technology fulfills the consumers' need for speed while providing the same wireless Bluetooth experience – faster. Manufacturers of consumer electronics and home entertainment devices can now build their products to send large amounts of video, music and photos between devices wirelessly at speeds consumers expect.

Bluetooth 3.0 gets its speed from the 802.11 radio protocol. The inclusion of the 802.11 Protocol Adaptation Layer (PAL) provides increased throughput of data transfers at the approximate rate of 24 Mbps. In addition, mobile devices including Bluetooth 3.0 + HS will realize increased power savings due to enhanced power control built in.

"Like Ricky Bobby in Talladega Nights, this latest version was 'born to go fast,' said Mike's Blog, Ph.D., executive director of the Bluetooth SIG. "Utilizing the 802.11 radio was a natural choice as it provides efficiencies for both our members and consumers – members get more function out of the two radios they are already including in devices, and consumers with Bluetooth 3.0 + HS products will get faster exchange of information without changing how they connect. We are excited to expand the possibilities of the PAN."

This newest version of Bluetooth technology builds on the inherent qualities of the current 2.1 + EDR version, including Simple Secure Pairing and built-in, automatic security. And as with all versions of theBluetooth specification, v3.0 + HS provides developers, manufacturers and consumers with the benefit of backwards compatibility, enabling both the expansion and enhancement of this technology with every new specification release. Once products reach the market, the easiest way for consumers to learn which devices are compatible with other Bluetooth enabled devices is to visit the Bluetooth Gadget Guide.

Applications
With the availability of Bluetooth version 3.0 + HS, consumers can expect to move large data files of videos, music and photos between their own devices and the trusted devices of others, without the need for cables and wires. Some applications consumers will experience include:
· Wirelessly bulk synchronize music libraries between PC and music player or phone
· Bulk download photos to a printer or PC
· Send video files from camera or phone to computer or television

Availability
The Bluetooth SIG's formal adoption of the specification is only the first step in the product lifecycle. News out today from wireless chip manufacturers and Bluetooth SIG member companies Atheros, Broadcom and CSR shows the second step – getting silicon solutions to device manufacturers – is already underway. End products for consumers are expected to be in the market in 9 to 12 months.

Technical Specifications
This new specification release includes several major enhancements (learn more here):
· Generic Alternate MAC/PHY (AMP)
· 802.11 Protocol Adaptation Layer (PAL)
· Generic Test Methodology
· Enhanced Power Control
· Unicast Connectionless Data

About Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
Bluetooth wireless technology is the global short-range wireless standard for personal connectivity of a broad range of electronic devices. The technology continues to evolve, building on its inherent strengths – small-form factor radio, low power, low cost, built-in security, robustness, ease-of-use, and ad hoc networking abilities. More than eight new Bluetooth enabled products are qualified every working day and more than 19 million Bluetooth units are shipping per week. There are over two billion Bluetooth devices in the marketplace and that number climbs daily, making it the only proven wireless choice for developers, product manufacturers, and consumers worldwide.

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iBluetooth 1.08 - Update

We have just released a new update of iBluetooth, the application of which comes Medevil version 1.08. In this new version was first extended-day free trial period, passing from 6 to 15. Obviously this is due to the impossibility of days past to purchase a full license because of a problem to the server. Are also solved many bugs and have added some new features. Here in detail all the innovations of this version:

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iBluetooth:iPhone Became a Bluetooth Cell Phone(+ iBluetooth Crack )

iBluetooth : Worlds first application that enables the file transfer via Bluetooth on your iPhone. So , yes that means that the iPhone can now go party with all the other bluetooth cell phones.It’s about damn time. And i won’t miss the opportunity to say it once again : Shame on you Apple.

As you know this is not a Apple release ( of course ), and you can find it starting today in Cydia under the iSpazio repo. iBluetooth got image support is built in, and the file viewer allow you to send ANY file on the device. Music can already be sent by selecting an MP3/wav/aiff file from the file system. However, i’ll include a music library to send ipod syncronized songs directly in the near future.

I know you didnt expect this, but iBluetooth it’s NOT free . It costs 3.99 € which is about $5. To be honest i expected this one to be free, and to find donation requests for all the hard work. But i totally agree with the dev. Here’s MeDevil’s answer to “why is it not free” :

Mainly, because apple didn’t want to include a full bluetooth stack to be used by the developers. Implementing a complete and stable stack (with all the bluetooth profiles) is nearly impossible for me in a short time, so i’ve considered the idea of buying a complete (and well-tested) stack. Now, there are only 3 stack that supports almost all bluetooth profiles: BlueMagic, BCHS, ClarinoxBlue and, of course, all of these are VERY EXPENSIVE.
So, i’ve decided to make you pay* this application, so i can buy one of those stack for ALL the community and implement a background daemon that will provide a full-featured stack for ANY developer out there.

As you can read in the title there is a crack available and you will find it on FSMdotCOM. HOWEVER , THAT DOESEN’T MEAN THAT YOU DONT NEED TO BUY THE APP.

And if i can’t convince you to buy the app if it suits you ( because thats why We provides cracks, so you can try certain apps, and than buy them ) , than maybe MedEvil might convince you :

Please, understand that the “free way” is not the right way. If you want this application “for free” then take the “a cracked version”, but you’re essentially removing yourself the possibility to have more features, such as: A2DP (Audio stereo), Serial Port (needed for bluetooth gps), DUN & LAP (internet navigation), implemented in a small time and used by all of the developer out there: think at xgps developers adding support for bluetooth gps devices or other free developers adding bluetooth functionality to native apps like contacts, photos… or any other infinite idea that developer can have!
And, yes, writing a complete stack is always possible, but how much do you think it will take? Look, i’ve spent 3 month only for the obex part… and that’s a small part: it’s just one (ONE) profile out of 27!

HOW TO CRACK iBluetooth

• Download file from rapidshare
• Extract and replace the original with the rapidshare file
• Set 7777 to iBluetooth_

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How To Send/Receive Photos and Files via iBluetooth

These are the instructions to Send/Recieve Photos and Files through iBluetooth.
SEND AN IMAGE

Step 1 : Press to launch iBluetooth from your SpringBoard

Step 2 : Press the Images tab to open your photo albums.
Step 3 : Press Photo Library to open the album.

Step 4 : Press to select a photo you would like transfered via bluetooth.

Step 5 : From the photo preview press the send icon at bottom center of the image.

Step 6 : iBluetooth will now search for nearby bluetooth devices. Press to select one from the list.

Step 7 : To send the image press the large Send button that appears.

Step 8 : A number 1 will appear over the Activity Tab. Press to select it.

Step 9 : Notice that the file progress is shown.

Step 10 : Once the file transfer is complete you can press the Trash icon to remove it from the activity log.

SEND A FILE :

Step 1 : Press the Files tab to open the file system browser

Step 2 : Navigate to the folder that contains the file you would like to send. I am going to select a file from the /var/mobile/Documents folder.

Step 3 : Press to select the filename you would like to send.

Step 4 : iBluetooth will now search for nearby bluetooth devices. Press to select one from the list.

Step 5 : To send the file press the large Send button that appears.

Step 6 : Once the receiver accepts your transfer you will see the transfer progress shown under the Activity Tab.

Step 7 : When the file transfer is complete you can press the Trash icon to remove it from the activity log

RECEIVE A FILE :

Step 1 : To receive a file from another bluetooth device make sure your iPhone is visible so the other device can find you.

Step 2 : When you are sent a file iBluetooth will notify you of an incoming file transfer. Press the Save As button to select the download location.

Step 3 : iBluetooth will open to the file system browser.

Step 4 : You can now set the name for the incoming file. To set the directory, simply navigate to the folder you would like to save the file in. Press the Done button to start the transfer.

Step 5 : The activity tab will open to display the download progress. When the file transfer is complete you can press the Trash icon to remove it from the activity log.

Source:iclarified

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How to Install iBluetooth

These are instructions on how to install and use iBluetooth, an application which enables bluetooth file transfer on the iPhone.

Step 1 : Press to launch Cydia from your SpringBoard

Step 2 : Press to select the Sections tab at the bottom of the screen

Step 3 : Press to choose System from the list of Sections.

Step 4 : Press to select iBluetooth from the list of Packages.

Step 5 : Press the Install button at the top right of the screen.

Step 6 : Press the Confirm button at the top right of the screen to begin installation.

Step 7 : Once the installation has completed successfully. Press the large Return to Cydia button.

Step 8 : Press the Home button to return to your SpringBoard. Notice we now have a new iBluetooth icon

Step 9 : Press to launch Settings from your SpringBoard.

Step 10 : Press to choose General from the Settings Menu.

Step 11: Press to select Bluetooth from the General Menu.

Step 12 : Move the Bluetooth toggle switch to the ON position.

Step 13 : Press the Home button to return to the Springboard then press the iBluetooth icon.

Step 14 : iBluetooth will start and inform you that it is disabling the system bluetooth. Note: I had to enable the system bluetooth to successfully start iBluetooth. Press the large OK button.

Step 15 : You will now be asked to register by visiting http://www.medevil.net/. Register on the site then come back and press the Get License button at the top right of the screen.

Step 16 : A popup will appear to let you know your license is valid. Press the large OK button.

Step 17 : Press the Back button at the top left of the screen.

Step 18 : From the iBluetooth Home Tab press the Settings icon at the top right of the screen.

Step 19 : From the settings menu you can change the name and visibility of your iPhone. You can also set a PIN for allowing incoming bluetooth connections. Under the images section you can choose to send images as jpg instead of png. Also you can select to have images saved in your photo library. From the file system section you can decide to show hidden files and set the save path and ftp root path.Press Done to return to the iBluetooth Home screen.

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