If your computer is older and does not
include Bluetooth functionality, this is the device to buy. We chose this external USB Bluetooth adapter
for two critical reasons. First, it
works well. Second, it comes with
absolutely phenomenal support from the manufacturer. You’ll need to visit Plugable.com to
understand what we mean.
Plugable’s Class 2 Bluetooth 4.0 adapter’s dual mode radio
will enable your computer to communicate with other Bluetooth devices with high
speed transfer rates of up to 3 Mbps. With a range of up to 10 meters (33 feet)
depending on environmental factors. The adapter is compatible with both 32 and
64-bit Windows from XP through Windows 10. And offers market-leading Broadcom BCM20702
chipset, while also backwards compatible with classic Bluetooth (1.x and 2.x)
devices.
Supported Bluetooth profiles: A2DP, AVCTP, AVDTP, AVRCP, GAVDP, GATT, HCRP,
HFP, HSP, HID, HID over GATT, OPP, PAN, SPP, and more.
Features:
- Adds
Bluetooth® wireless technology support for Windows® 7 and later, Linux
PCs, and Raspberry Pi
- Extremely
compact USB adapter. Safe to leave in for laptop travel
- Supports
Bluetooth input devices like keyboards, mice, and game controllers*
- Supports
Bluetooth audio devices like stereo headsets, headphones, and speakers*
- Basic
hardware support built-in to Linux kernels 3.0.34 and higher
- Does
not add Bluetooth Low Energy (Bluetooth 4.0) capability
to Windows 7 and earlier. Does not work in car stereo systems, home
theater systems, or TVs. Requires specific drivers for Bose
QuietComfort 35 in Windows 7.
