[Q] Naive question about interfacing android phones with Windows PCs - Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

OK, simple naive question. Most modern vehicles come with a touch screen system that can access Android phones via a bluetooth interface, initiate calls, receive calls, bring up the contacts list, display text messages, etc. I would like to implement this functionality with a Windows based PC.
I also know that Windows 7 and 8 have a limited method of interfacing with Android phones via bluetooth. If one wanted to emulate the features in modern car systems to pair and work with Android phones using a Windows based PC, what software/hardware options are available? The hardware seems to be only a working USB bluetooth adapter, but the only software option I have found to date is Blue Solei. Any other options?
Thanks!

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Hi, I'm wondering if there is any software possible or if it would be possible in theory?
Basically what I mean is when connecting phone to PC, is it possible to integrate it so the PC is a client to take and recieve phone calls via the mobile, allowing me to utilise my headset and be able to continue using skype etc without having to remove or change headset. Thanks.
You're effectively using your PC as a bluetooth headset. Doing so will depend on your configuration - hardward, Windows version, etc - but it is certainly possible.

[Q] Tablet as handsfree (HFP 1.6)?

Does Android 4.1 allow a device to serve as a Hands-Free Profile (HFP) device? Similar to the way many newer cars come with integrated Bluetooth/HFP, I would like to use my tablet (Nexus 7) as a front-end for my phone. When an incoming call comes in, the phone should relay the call over Bluetooth to the tablet; it should also allow the tablet to make outgoing calls via Bluetooth over the phone's network.
Please note that I am not interested in solutions such as GrooveIP, Talkatone, and SIPDroid. I am specifically looking for Bluetooth HFP.
I've done quite a bit of searching but have not seen an app that does this. I wouldn't mind looking into developing such a product - but I first wanted to know if the HSP 1.6 host API was available in Android 4.1. I've seen resources stating it was available in ICS 4.0, but I believe this is to allow Android devices to connect to third-party HSP devices - I'm looking to do the opposite (i.e. have the Android device serve as the HSP host).
i am also curious about this.
fxftwo said:
i am also curious about this.
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Me too
For those of us that plans to install a Android tablet in the car for music etc. this would be tha last part to make it a complete in-car device.
I am another curious one about this. The only devices I know of for sure that can do this are the 3.6 and 4.2 samsung galaxy players. Unfortunately, I have the 4.0 galaxy player, that doesn't support it. The galaxy players run gb, not jb, btw.
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Did anybody found a solution, and trying to add this feature to my android app.
anonim1 said:
Does Android 4.1 allow a device to serve as a Hands-Free Profile (HFP) device? Similar to the way many newer cars come with integrated Bluetooth/HFP, I would like to use my tablet (Nexus 7) as a front-end for my phone. When an incoming call comes in, the phone should relay the call over Bluetooth to the tablet; it should also allow the tablet to make outgoing calls via Bluetooth over the phone's network.
Please note that I am not interested in solutions such as GrooveIP, Talkatone, and SIPDroid. I am specifically looking for Bluetooth HFP.
I've done quite a bit of searching but have not seen an app that does this. I wouldn't mind looking into developing such a product - but I first wanted to know if the HSP 1.6 host API was available in Android 4.1. I've seen resources stating it was available in ICS 4.0, but I believe this is to allow Android devices to connect to third-party HSP devices - I'm looking to do the opposite (i.e. have the Android device serve as the HSP host).
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From what I can gather:
* Bluetooth defines HFP to have two roles: the Audio Gateway (AG) role and the Hands-Free (HF) role.
* Android doesn't natively support the HF role.
I too am interested in exactly what you are describing -- would like to use a tablet as the infotainment hub of a vehicle. I would happy to be a part of or organize a bounty to support development of such a capability in CM10.
-jd
Someone custom-implemented the needed Bluetooth role
Looks like some Android device has custom implementations of both A2DP sink role and hands free unit role. I can't post links yet. Google this:
AllGo Systems Demonstrates Android Based Automotive Infotainment Solutions with Fast Boot-up as a Critical Feature at SAE Convergence 2012 - Detroit, Michigan, USA
n230384 said:
Looks like some Android device has custom implementations of both A2DP sink role and hands free unit role. I can't post links yet. Google this:
AllGo Systems Demonstrates Android Based Automotive Infotainment Solutions with Fast Boot-up as a Critical Feature at SAE Convergence 2012 - Detroit, Michigan, USA
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any leads if this is available on android yet? (Hands free profile)
There's some development about this but I'm not sure it's possible yet.
have a look at the links here: https://stackoverflow.com/questions...a-receiver-for-a2dp-profile/28892944#28892944
I want, too
to use android device as hands free

[Q] Multipoint bluetooth enabled phones

Hi Everyone,
Just to ask this question regarding Bluetooth functions on phones mostly on android. Has anyone knows an android phone which has a functional multi-point Bluetooth capability?
As i know only headsets can do multi-point to connect multiple phones at the same time, but not i heard of on phones.
This has been brought into asking since i was unable to connect on both bluetooth (blueant q1) headset and my live-view. It's only connecting on one device and then the other one will be disconnected.
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Knowing that this could use more power if this feature has been created, but can be made to be disabled as part of power saving settings.
I hope someone from the dev team can take a look at this functionality as this can be a great feature if enabled on android phones.
This could also mean modifying the bluetooth stack for this to enabled, but it seems to be a worthy one to be tried.
Thanks!
Hmmm.... seems no one is interested =(

[Q] Voice controlled home automation

Hi,
I am looking at installing a home automation system in a clients house using a Bitwise controller. I was thinking about installing android tablets as an in-wall solution via WiFi rather than expensive light switches (Rako, Lutron, etc.) and multi-room controllers, as you seem to be able to pick up 7" tablets quite cheap. Stairs will still have standard switches.
I am aware of systems such as Crestron and AMX (we already install AMX) but I think there is a cheaper way to achieve this.
I understand they aren't going to be the best, but all they will be doing is running a Bitwise GUI designed for android tablets, so very little load.
I will have to make various changes to settings such as auto sleep times, wake up screens, etc. which I will address in a separate post. What I was looking for from the thread was to see how I can harness the voice control, which brings two questions.
The first is what is the typical range of the mic built in to the tablets and is there any way to enhance this?
The second is whether there is an app that provides voice control to something like the Bitwise BC1 controller, or am I trying to achieve something that isn't particularly easy?
I would be grateful for any guidance.
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Wired connection to external screen/display

I've been doing some research on using an Android phablet as both a mobile device and desktop computer. Basically this is what is needed:
Ability to run desktop environment and applications. Already not a problem with linuxdeploy or similar;
Ability to connect external display, keyboard and mouse. Whilst connecting the latter 2 wirelessly is acceptable, I certainly want to be able to use wired connection for external display — HDMI or something else.
The second requirement seems to be either tricky or not possible to accomplish at all with non-stock ROMs. Is it true that no custom Android ROM allows wired connection of external display, like MHL/HDMI or whatever?
I am also aware of Ubuntu Touch but it seems not to support wired external display either, all the more so it won't allow to run Android apps.

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