X-Micro Bluetooth USB Dongle

Punit Lodaya, Oct 19, 2004 0000 hrs IST

Bluetooth is now one of the most spoken of technological terms. Though Bluetooth had a slow start, it is now really picking up

Expert Rating:

Large range, Compatible with most Bluetooth devices, Easy to use

Lack's USB extension cable, Availability could be a problem

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EXPERT REVIEW

Bluetooth is now one of the most spoken of technological terms. Though Bluetooth had a slow start, it is now really picking up, with more and more people opting for Bluetooth devices and Bluetooth-enabled computers. Today, we evaluate the X-Micro USB Dongle Class 1.

For those who do not know what's a Bluetooth USB Dongle? It is a USB powered Bluetooth-enabled Transceiver that lets other Bluetooth-enabled devices communicate with the computer to which it is attached.

The X-Micro USB Dongle Class 1 comes in a small square box, which also houses a software CD and a manual. The device itself is small and has a shape identical to a cigarette lighter. The Software CD contained the driver and a popular application known as WIDCOMM Bluetooth software. This application is not only used for configuring the Bluetooth Dongle, but also includes software for using the Bluetooth device.

Installation
Windows XP requires you to install Service Pack 1 before you can attach any Bluetooth device. Since it doesn't install any Bluetooth device automatically, the Micro USB Dongle had to be installed manually. The installation took place without much effort. Installing the WIDCOMM Bluetooth software is highly recommended, as it is one of the easiest ways to configure the device. After installing the application, you can start it immediately. Upon starting it up, the configuration wizard pops up, which will guide you step by step to configure the Dongle and the service you want to use with it. The software offers a variety of services like file transfer, Bluetooth LAN, Fax, Headset, etc.

Usage
We were able to configure the Dongle to work with a variety of Cell phones, headsets as well as another Bluetooth Dongle. It didn't seem to have any compatibility issue with cell phones like Nokia 3650, 7650, N-Gage and other Series 60 phones like Sony Ericsson T68, P800, P900 and P910. It was able to sync with Pocket PCs and Palmtops having Bluetooth support. It is also attuned to Printers having Bluetooth support like the HP DJ450 CI. Programs such as Nokia PC suite and Oxygen Phone manager also didn't have hiccups with this Bluetooth Dongle.

Performance
Since this is a Class 1 Bluetooth Dongle, it is supposed to have a range of 100 meters. But it only works in that range provided there are no obstructions or interferences. It was able to work properly up to 30 meters, but with lot of interference in between. Anything beyond that used to disconnect the Bluetooth device. But then even 30 meters is quite good enough for Bluetooth communication.

To check the transfer speed of the Bluetooth Dongle we transferred a file from a cell phone to a PC. We got an average speed of 25 KBps. Please keep in mind, the transfer speed depends upon a lot of factors such as the cell phones itself, interference, distance and obstruction. For a device such as a cell phone with a maximum memory of nearly 4 MB (Nokia Series 60 Phones), the whole data can be backed up in less than 3 minutes. We also configured the Jabra FreeSpeak BT250 to be used as a headset for the computer. We are able to hear the songs played in Winamp and the sound of being fragged in Quake 3 quite clearly. But again, the sound quality depends upon the factors mentioned above. There used to be a small amount of muting while moving around.

Conclusion
This USB Dongle sells for a street price of Rs. 1,600/- with a one-year warranty. It is quite cheap compared to other Class 1 USB Dongles, which sell for around Rs. 2000. This is a very useful device if you own a Bluetooth cell phone. The only thing which was missing from the package was the extension USB cable, which could have been helpful to people who don't like connecting the device to the back of their computer. Other than that, there is no problem with this Dongle. If you are the type of person who does his work using Bluetooth, then go for it. And if you don't need to be that far away from it, you can opt for Class 2 (20 meters range) or Class 3 (10 meters range) Dongles.

Test Unit Sourced From: SVB International, New Delhi.

USER COMMENTS

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by jithu, thrissur, on Dec 03, 2007 06:26 PM, Report abuse Reply

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by rajeeev, ludhiana, on Jun 27, 2007 08:40 AM, Report abuse Reply

Plug-in means connect ur card reader through the USB Cable Provided along to the USB port of the computer. Hope by Now Ur Problems must have solved. Fo more help, contact me at dubey.sangita@gmail.com I Hope I can support you for all USB Add-ons provided by Orchid Innovations.

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by R. Saravamam, Kanchipuram, on Jul 10, 2007 02:33 PM, Report abuse Reply

I use a Billionton Bluetooth Dongle which I purchased for Rs 1100 from Alpha at Vile Parle East in Mumbai. It works very well with my SonyEricsson K700i. I have never tried it from a distance greater than 20 meters so I cannot comment on that.

by Pradeep, Mumbai, on Oct 20, 2004 11:40 AM, Report abuse Reply

Hey even i bought Billionton BLACK DONGLE from irla 2 years back and the range is 70 metres if there are no walls. ;)

by Badrish, MUMBAI, on Oct 21, 2004 04:07 PM, Report abuse

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by Piyush Patel, New Delhi, on Apr 15, 2007 07:32 PM, Report abuse Reply

SIR,I HAVE BOUGHT orchard blue tooth USB Dongle FROM A COMPUTER EXPO. IN PUNE THROUGH THE AUTHORIZED DEALER ,BUT IAM UNABLE TO USE THE SAME,PL.GIVE ME THE NAME & ADRESS OF FOR ORCHORD DEALER IN PUNE

by ALOK PARWANI, PUNE, on Apr 08, 2007 03:39 PM, Report abuse Reply

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by SUAT, 12, on Mar 26, 2007 01:32 PM, Report abuse Reply

i need drive for bcm2045a its orchid bluetooth dongle

by bharat bhushan, delhi, on Mar 20, 2007 12:37 PM, Report abuse Reply

I have bought a blutooth dongle (Orchid) ...I tried to transfer pics from it...It is working fine when I transfer from computer to mobile(Nokia 6600)...But I couldn't figure out how to send pics from mobile to computer using it...Please help.

by sv..., Delhi, on Mar 01, 2007 08:47 PM, Report abuse Reply

Hi Sukesh I M also having i Orchid Bluetooth & I had lost the driver cd if u have than plz send it to me or send me the link from where i can download it.

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by sandeep, delhi, on Feb 07, 2007 12:00 PM, Report abuse Reply

respected sir/madam my name is amanjeet singh & i m from jalandhar city(Punjab). i have a bluetooth of SVB Bluetooth USB Dongle, and it's product no is 12065209043, whenever i install this a problem occuring that this disk has no importaint imformation for instalation, how can i install it, i have a Toshiba Laptop of window XP, with DVDwritter, so u could plz suggest me how can i install it

by Amanjeet Singh, Jalandhar city, on Feb 02, 2007 09:25 PM, Report abuse Reply

hi i have usb bluetooth by orchid innovations and would like to know where i can download the drivers

by sukesh, mumbai, on Dec 26, 2006 08:26 PM, Report abuse Reply

Hi Sukesh I M also having i Orchid Bluetooth & I had lost the driver cd if u have than plz send it to me or send me the link from where i can download it.

by Manish, Delhi, on Jan 20, 2007 12:18 PM, Report abuse

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by Anonymous, d, on Jan 13, 2007 09:26 AM, Report abuse Reply

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by maneycm, kunnamkulam, on Nov 11, 2006 09:41 PM, Report abuse Reply

because, i havent got this software

by varga daniel, Budapest, on Nov 25, 2006 02:05 PM, Report abuse

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by smike, abidjan, on Dec 27, 2006 02:37 PM, Report abuse

i have got a new nokia 6600, i want some songs and data from my own PC to be transfered to my nokia 6600 phone.How should i start off? if i use a bluetooth then how should i use ?please guide me

by deepak, bangalore, on Mar 04, 2006 01:48 PM, Report abuse Reply

Deepak, If you cell phone is bluetooth enabled then you can connect to a PC that has bluetooth enabled to transfer data. Turn on bluetooth on your mobile and let your laptop discover the device. Once this is done you can right click on any image or mp3 and select the bluetooth option. Select the destination device (your cellphone) to tranfer the data!!. Reply back if you need detailed information.

by Shiv, Mumbai, on Mar 29, 2006 05:14 PM, Report abuse

Is it even practical with a 25KBps transfer rate? I tried with a cheapo Orchid Innovations BT dongle and managed to get a best of 30KBps.

by Atul, Delhi, on Jun 30, 2006 09:20 PM, Report abuse

I am unable to connect my mobile phone to Orchid BT dongle. I have no option to enter passkey on my PC. Can anyone please help.

by Anonymous, BB, on Dec 22, 2006 10:37 PM, Report abuse

Hi, i am looking for xircomm, 3 comm, widcom or toshiba blue tooth dongle for nokia 6600, can anybody selling this product intemate me

by rajesh kumar, bangalore, on Dec 10, 2006 04:57 PM, Report abuse Reply

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by ansari sarfraz, mumbai, on Nov 10, 2006 05:24 PM, Report abuse Reply

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by santoosh, Hyderabad, on Sep 30, 2006 12:45 PM, Report abuse Reply

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by manju, banglore, on Jul 25, 2006 12:38 PM, Report abuse Reply

hi i have usb bluetooth by orchid innovations and would like to know where i can download the drivers

by Ronny, Chennai, on Jul 22, 2006 09:59 AM, Report abuse Reply

hello there, how far i will like to tell u that we need this item fast to our store and pls due to the high rate of fraud all over the world we are on a risk to purchase item without sample pls we need a sample before any transaction and for this we will be happy if u can send us a sample so that we can be able to show our boss who is onl;y interested in bussiness with samples and note we will have to pay u in excess so that u can deduct the money of the sample in our first order with u so keep note of this all wat u will do is to co-operate with us so that we can have a long term business . thanks

by segun, lagos, on Jul 15, 2005 07:04 AM, Report abuse Reply

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by Atul, Delhi, on Jun 30, 2006 09:24 PM, Report abuse

can this be used in lieu of a 'Router' ?

by srinivasanth, delhi, on Oct 20, 2004 05:10 AM, Report abuse Reply

If you have a bluetooth enabled modem and Laptop it might work.

by Shiv, Mumbai, on Mar 29, 2006 05:42 PM, Report abuse

ummmmm.... I dont want it

by sasikumar, chennai, on Feb 14, 2005 02:23 PM, Report abuse Reply

Hi , I have heard BlueTooth handsets collects all the SIM details....of the GSM phones within a particular range of the GSM phones searching for it. What is the maximum range ? Doesnt it mean a intrusion into the privacy where it reveals the phone number which not everyone wants? I need an explanation for this. Thanks & Regards, Lazith.

by Lazith Aziz, Kochi, on Feb 26, 2005 03:04 PM, Report abuse

Maximum range of bluetooth is 10 Mtrs, we can not take the phone numbers and other things via bluetooth unless u send it or receive it.

by sheshu, chennai, on Feb 28, 2006 11:29 AM, Report abuse

Lazith, you have raised a good point. Bluetooth devices are susceptible to intrusion. Though not stealing or looking into your phonebook entries, a potential hacker can surely transfer a virus if you accidentally accept the data tranfered by him. Follow these 2 golden rules when using bluetooth: 1. Always turn off bluetooth when you are done with. Unless required, never leave in 'ON' or 'discoverable' in areas where you suspect can have a lot of bluetooth devices operating. 2. Only accept data transfered from trusted sources.

by Shiv, Mumbai, on Mar 29, 2006 05:25 PM, Report abuse

Yesterday I purchases Motorola SLVR which supports bluetooth. Now with the reading of the above article, I have cleared the doubt that a hardware is required. A doubt is now created as to the hardware that are requried apart from Class 1 USB Dongles. This needs clarification for PC users for ( to and fro ) transfer from Cell Phones. Any experts?

by RUSTOM IRANI, MUMBAI, on Mar 02, 2006 11:17 AM, Report abuse Reply

Rustom, Your Bluetooth Dongle should come with drivers. Motorola Slvr models run on bluetooth version 1.2 that are suppported by most of the available dongles. If you have purchased you laptop or desktop PC recently, check if it is bluetooth enabled. If yes, then you don't require a dongle at all. Thanks Shiv

by Shiv, Mumbai, on Mar 29, 2006 05:08 PM, Report abuse

hi I want to bye bluetooth USB adapter for MY laptop, where i can get it in chennai. Thanx Sheshu

by sheshu, chennai, on Feb 28, 2006 11:09 AM, Report abuse Reply

works well with my 6600. use it daily for sync of outlook cal/contact. and have 256 mb card for music/movies/applns. njoi it. best thing happened in connectivity

by peebz, mumbai, on Oct 20, 2004 09:48 AM, Report abuse Reply

even i have nokia 6600, connectivity is fine, but not able to transfer any file from my mobile to Pc..can u help me?

by shravan, Bangalore, on Dec 16, 2005 07:38 PM, Report abuse

hey could someone plz let me kno where in mumbai is this little Bluetooth USB Device available

by chris, mumbai, on Feb 22, 2006 10:53 PM, Report abuse

i have the bluetooth device but the software is coorupted pls do let me know where i will get the softwe

by jaison, mumbai, on Jan 21, 2006 12:42 PM, Report abuse Reply

I need a Driver software for bluetooth Usb Dongle for Windows XP

by Aaditya kamal, Mumbai, on Jan 18, 2006 12:59 AM, Report abuse Reply

IAM THE USER OF BLUETOOH DONDLE CALSS1,YEAH IT IS EASY TO CONFIGURE.BUT WHEN THE RE IS NETYWK problem ?? what to do??

by akarshana, vadodara, on Jan 12, 2006 01:14 PM, Report abuse Reply

I have a orchide bluetooth dongle. I need the drivers for linux plese send me the information that from where should I get this.

by Munish, Delhi, on Jan 06, 2006 05:30 PM, Report abuse Reply

is it compatible with nokia 3230???

by Saurabh, Mumbai, on Dec 30, 2005 11:49 PM, Report abuse Reply

using bluetooth dongle, the connectivity is only one way..ie i can transfer file from my PC to mobile but not able to transfer files from my mobile to PC..Plz help

by shravan, Bangalore, on Dec 16, 2005 07:41 PM, Report abuse Reply

I bought a dongle yesterday for ?30, but my laptop (window XP) can't read the little mini disc!!! A sign always comes up saying 'No disc in drive". Can you tell me why?

by Jenny, Dumfries, on Dec 15, 2005 02:51 PM, Report abuse Reply

I would like to buy Class 1 Bluetooth dongle. Please let me know, who is the dealer in cochin.

by jaimy, cochin, on Oct 17, 2005 03:01 PM, Report abuse Reply

i have a pentium III PC with 1.0 usb port will it work on it

by abhishek shenoy, navi mumbai, on Oct 09, 2005 02:20 PM, Report abuse Reply

assemble computer

by adnan, delhi, on Oct 03, 2005 12:28 PM, Report abuse Reply

I want to know the details of the dealer in pune.

by Indrajit, Pune, on Aug 21, 2005 09:56 PM, Report abuse Reply

I want to know how you have interfaced Bluetooth module with the USB at the hardware level?

by Gaurav Mojasia, Bangalore, on Aug 09, 2005 03:05 PM, Report abuse Reply

I would like to buy Class 1 Bluetooth dongle. Please let me know, who is the dealer in Mumbai.

by Bhavna Phanseka, Mumbai, on Jul 14, 2005 06:02 PM, Report abuse Reply

I would like to buy Class 1 Bluetooth dongle. Please let me know, who is the dealer in bangalore. (R U sure i can get a warranty for 1 year)

by bob, bangalore, on Apr 06, 2005 12:20 AM, Report abuse Reply

Were you able to secure this bluetooth USB dongle in blr, I also wish to buy the same, Pls providepointers for the same

by Srikanth B, Bangalore, on Jun 21, 2005 04:39 PM, Report abuse

this was really good article and helped me in taking decision of buying the dongle.

by Nitin Bhatnagar, Bangalore, on Jun 04, 2005 02:04 PM, Report abuse Reply

I also wish to buy this piece from bangalore, Pls let me know if you have boght one

by Srikanth B, Bangalore, on Jun 21, 2005 04:38 PM, Report abuse

I also wish to buy this piece from bangalore, Pls let me know if you have boght one

by Srikanth B, Bangalore, on Jun 21, 2005 04:38 PM, Report abuse

I also wish to buy this piece from bangalore, Pls let me know if you have boght one

by Srikanth B, Bangalore, on Jun 21, 2005 04:38 PM, Report abuse

From where can i get it in Pune?

by parekhbh, Pune, on May 11, 2005 07:58 PM, Report abuse Reply

Its manual says that the IO Interface supported by it is USB1.1 but my motherboard is having USB1.2. SO does it works with my peripheral or not? And if yes can u suggest some shop in Gurgaon

by Rishabh Shukla, Gurgaon, on Mar 06, 2005 04:30 PM, Report abuse Reply

Sorry I mistakingly wrote USB1.2 its actuallu USB2.0

by Rishabh Shukla, Gurgaon, on Mar 06, 2005 04:33 PM, Report abuse

I have the same question as WASTED. Let me know if this thingy works with Nokia 6230, seems to be a pretty cool stuff. Another Q, where can I buy it. I reside in Bangalore.

by Pseudo, Bangalore, on Oct 22, 2004 12:57 PM, Report abuse Reply

dude it works like a charm with 6230!! go for it and u will not be disappointed....

by slickscorpion, delhi, on Oct 22, 2004 07:35 PM, Report abuse

dear pseudo u can buy in bangalore from zoom computers pvt ltd authorized disribuotr contact 9845455890

by lalit, bangalore, on Oct 23, 2004 11:02 AM, Report abuse

we are authorised disrtibutor in bangalore for x- micro product contact zoom computer pvt ltd 9845455890

by lalit, bangalore, on Oct 23, 2004 11:10 AM, Report abuse

Slickscorpion, I bought X Micro with 20m range, but doesn't seem to work with Nokia 6320. It installs sommthly but then I am not able to connect with my laptop. If you have faced any issues please let me know how to resolve it.

by Pseudo, Bangalore, on Nov 18, 2004 07:03 PM, Report abuse

awright, just go to SP road and get a BT dongle (100m/330ft range) for some 1300-1500 rupees. OK.

by hari vikram, bangalore, on Feb 26, 2005 09:41 PM, Report abuse

i purchased a bluetooth usb device recently....but when i plug it into the usb port...my win xp does'nt recognise this device and shows the error : unknown device...windows cannot recognize this device...pls suggest where cud be the problem...in the device or in my usb port/motherboard

by saurabh, delhi, on Oct 25, 2004 05:34 PM, Report abuse Reply

Saurabh,Have you made efforts atfer installing Service Pack 2 ?

by DEEPAK, Baroda, on Oct 28, 2004 12:09 AM, Report abuse

Didnt you install the software that you received with the Dongle???

by Dr. K. A. Rashe, Manjeri,Kerala, on Nov 10, 2004 08:23 AM, Report abuse

I have xp service pack 2 and face the same problem, tried using SP1 also. The USB-to-BT device works fine in my office where XPSP1 is installed. Please help

by deven, mumbai, on Jan 31, 2005 11:17 PM, Report abuse

well you made 2 mistakes: 1. you should have bought a bluetooth dongle which is compatible with sp2. 2. why did you install sp2 in the first place??? It is absolutely useless. almost none of the softwares, games,... work on it!!!

by hari vikram, bangalore, on Feb 26, 2005 09:34 PM, Report abuse

i bought one but my tracks keep disconnecting

by sajad mahmood, burton on trent england, on Jan 15, 2005 03:58 PM, Report abuse Reply

Interesting, perhaps if I can use I need to know more about this. I use Seimens C55 mobile handset. I do not know anything about USB Blue tooth Dongle. Please send me details.

by Avinash Sonawan, Dona Paula, Goa, on Jan 13, 2005 10:42 AM, Report abuse Reply

I have a P III motherboard incompatibibility with the dongle. It is reported on the page: http://www.usbman.com/Guides/SiS%20USB%20Tips%20and%20Tricks.htm I had to purchase a PCI USB card to use the dongle. Its price to compare in Europe: dongle class 2 - cca. 24 euro PCI USB card 10 euro :(

by Anonymous, Szekszard, Hungary, on Jan 10, 2005 08:20 PM, Report abuse Reply

I would like to buy Class 1 Bluetooth dongle. Please let me know, who is the dealer in Chennai.

by Venkat Rao, C, Chennai 600 008, on Nov 13, 2004 02:40 PM, Report abuse Reply

thanx for ur we are authorized distributor for x-micro for south but rigth we have not appointed any dealer in chennai so u can contact us rs-1400/-

by lalit, bangalore, on Nov 22, 2004 08:28 PM, Report abuse

if anyone has this device and it works with Nokia 6230 please let me know cause mine can't see any Nokia device, thanks

by valdigre, Warsaw, on Nov 19, 2004 12:32 PM, Report abuse Reply

very good how much RS?

by Gafoor, Palaakad, on Nov 11, 2004 05:21 PM, Report abuse Reply

well a good gadget i must say , infact pretty impressive to read . i am personally using linksys class 1, which helps me to communicate with my blue tooth enabled cell phone and pocket pc

by ksn chikkerur i, bangalore, on Nov 09, 2004 06:21 PM, Report abuse Reply

I was looking for some friends who use blue tooth for internet connection. I am from Kerala but not in one of those big towns. Yet Barati(Airtel) people have announced that they can give me an internet connection unlimited for just Rs.600 per month, and I will be getting a download speed of 30 to 40 Kbs persecond. I wish to know from which ISP you are getting connected and what is the result like? which(brand) mobile phone you are using and how you have made the cannections etc. I am asking this much from you because Airtel people do not have such a connection in their own office and they still want to promote it. You are also welcome for a detailed letter to me in my email address 'dr_rasheed@satyam.net.in'. You may be wondering why I am asking this much. It is because of the connection status that we get here in the dialup. It never goes above 37kb with best regards Dr, K, A Rasheed

by Dr. K. A. Rashe, Manjeri,Kerala, on Nov 10, 2004 08:20 AM, Report abuse

for complete detail visit www.x-micro.com

by lalit, bangalore, on Nov 11, 2004 12:20 PM, Report abuse

I was wondering what this blue tooth conectivity is after all. This page is quite informative for me. Thanks for the review.

by Athyala ManiKan, Guntur, on Nov 04, 2004 07:53 PM, Report abuse Reply

Very Informative. I am feeling that I should use this website regularly to update myself.

by O P Goel, New Delhi, on Nov 04, 2004 02:02 PM, Report abuse Reply

well this is amazing and would to read more reviews on this device dude ...

by srinath, bangalore, on Oct 29, 2004 02:18 AM, Report abuse Reply

for complete detail visit www.x-micro.com

by lalit, bangalore, on Oct 30, 2004 08:29 PM, Report abuse

I was looking around for information on Blue tooth dongles and lo and behold it was delivered right to my mailbox. Keep up the great work. BTW, a while ago there was an article on nini vac's that could be used to keep keyboards clean. They were available only abroad. Does anyone know if these available in the "Laminginton road area" today ??

by Ivan Bayross, Mumbai, on Oct 24, 2004 07:35 AM, Report abuse Reply

there are much cheaper and better alternatives available at lamington road!!!!!!!!!!

by Chandan, mum, on Oct 23, 2004 02:33 PM, Report abuse Reply

Where can i buy this dongle in Kerala

by Dr. Gregory, Kottayam, on Oct 22, 2004 11:26 PM, Report abuse Reply

i have a nokia 6230....will this work with my phone??...and will i be able to transfer mp3's from pc to phone using this bluetooth dongle?

by WASTED, delhi, on Oct 21, 2004 02:16 AM, Report abuse Reply

Is this a dual platform tool? I only use Mac's!

by lz newman, Thousand Oaks, on Oct 20, 2004 05:35 PM, Report abuse Reply

Where can I buy this from?

by Mohmed Shahid, Ankleshwar, on Oct 20, 2004 05:26 AM, Report abuse Reply

Which state does Ankleshwar fall in?

by Vishal, Delhi, on Oct 20, 2004 03:48 PM, Report abuse

Other than Nokia and Sony Ericson are there any other brands like BenQ, Panasonic, Samsung etc that supports blue tooth tongle. If so please be kind enough to inform me. I am about to purchase one of these for an internet connection from 'Airtel'. wth regards

by Dr. K. A. Rashe, Manjeri, on Oct 19, 2004 10:37 PM, Report abuse Reply