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Software => Apple => Topic started by: Keytapper on October 14, 2010, 09:08:18 AM

Title: Bluetooth Adaptor..will it work??
Post by: Keytapper on October 14, 2010, 09:08:18 AM

If I put a Belkin Bluetooth USB adaptor into my Toshiba Laptop, will it let me use my laptop as a Wireless keyboard and write to my iPhone with the latest v4 Software?

Title: Re: Bluetooth Adaptor..will it work??
Post by: tubmanaxton on October 18, 2010, 04:18:00 AM

Bluetooth wireless technology provides a way for mobile professionals to take advantage of using printers while on the road and helps them cut down on the amount of mobile gadgets they'll need to carry.

Title: Re: Bluetooth Adaptor..will it work??
Post by: Carbon Dudeoxide on October 18, 2010, 08:20:12 AM

Hmmm....Thanks Tubmanaxton...

Keytapper, are you looking for a way to turn your laptop into a keyboard for your iPhone?

Interesting concept that I can't imagine working. As far as I know, Apple has locked functionality with their Apple Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard.

Title: Re: Bluetooth Adaptor..will it work??
Post by: Keytapper on October 18, 2010, 10:25:52 AM

Quote from: Carbon Dudeoxide on October 18, 2010, 08:20:12 AM

Hmmm....Thanks Tubmanaxton...

Keytapper, are you looking for a way to turn your laptop into a keyboard for your iPhone?

Interesting concept that I can't imagine working. As far as I know, Apple has locked functionality with their Apple Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard.

Yes, that's it in one. I was wanting to save the £50 by not bying an Apple Blutooth Keyboard.

Thanks for you reply.  Pete.

Title: Re: Bluetooth Adaptor..will it work??
Post by: Carbon Dudeoxide on October 18, 2010, 11:08:02 AM

I've briefly looked into this a few weeks ago. Didn't get far.

I've tried an Apple Keyboard with the iPhone. Amazing :P

You may want to have a look at this cheaper option:
http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2010/04/ipad-camera-connection-kit-delivered-un-boxed/

The Camera Connection Kit is basically iPod to SD Card and iPod to USB.
I've seen videos on Youtube of keyboards working using this method. Not sure if it's 100% legit though...