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#9 of 28 Re: Samsung Blast [dk123] by kflanigan Sep 18, 2007 (2:25 pm)
Replying to: dk123 (Sep 18, 2007 8:16 am) I have T-Mobile and have been quite happy with it. I'm in the same boat as you (see post #7 above). I like t-mobiles international setup, which I use occasionally with a Motorola PEBL phone (probably discontinued).   Good luck with your setup.   KevinF Replies to this message: joegreen63 (Sep 18, 2007 6:29 pm)
#10 of 28 Re: Samsung Blast [kflanigan] by joegreen63 Sep 18, 2007 (6:29 pm)
Replying to: kflanigan (Sep 18, 2007 2:25 pm) I have the motorola Krzr which work perfectly. On another note I have the 07 A4 cab - gas mileage is terrible no where near the 20/30 they state. Has anyone had this issue.   they checked it out on the computer and no issues showed up
#11 of 28 Re: Audi A4 Bluetooth Compatibility Issues [10hazguy] by lugh Sep 30, 2007 (9:09 am)
Replying to: 10hazguy (Apr 28, 2007 2:24 pm) I work for Audi, and I also know a fair bit about bluetooth. The problem is not with your car, but rather the manufacturer of your device. Bluetooth is nothing more than a networking standard with a few established services like Hands Free and Dial up networking and such. Loading the contacts from your phone and pushing calls and SMS is done by opening a bluetooth COM port to the phone and sending it software commands. In most cases, what are called AT commands. For instance, AT+CHUP is the command that in most devices ends a call. Unfortunately, these commands are by no means standardized, and some manufacturers have a proprietary command set that they refuse to release, calling it a "trade secret." Verizon is in my experience the worst. I learned all of this while building a pc for my car to obtain similar functionality as an OEM navigation unit with the added benefit of having a huge hard disk to fill with music and video. I had a Verizon phone at the start of this project, and I couldn't get any response from any AT commands pushed to the phone. I spoke to verizon support and went as far as their executive offices before I found out that Verizon cripples the bluetooth functionality of their devices at the hardware level. Rather, this is done by the device manufacturer at Verizon's request. They do this to prevent file sharing between phones over bluetooth so that people are forced to send pictures over their network.   In short, Audi is not to blame, rather it's the cell phone manufacturers for not standardizing a command set so that more functional interfaces can be built. Replies to this message: 10hazguy (Sep 30, 2007 9:27 am) lugh (Sep 30, 2007 9:44 am) 44ad (Oct 27, 2007 3:20 pm)
#12 of 28 Re: Audi A4 Bluetooth Compatibility Issues [lugh] by 10hazguy Sep 30, 2007 (9:27 am)
Replying to: lugh (Sep 30, 2007 9:09 am) While I appreciate your detailed response, it misses the point.   Verizon is the nation's largest network. Yes, they are under pressure to enable more Bluetooth profiles. And, yes, they also should be criticized for failing to serve their customers properly. However, that does not excuse Audi's failures to properly inform customers BEFORE they buy a car about the limitiations. Audi should do a better job of working with Verizon and finding out what Bluetooth protocols will be supported and creating and updating a list of pbones that will work with its various models. Replies to this message: lugh (Sep 30, 2007 9:44 am) 44ad (Oct 27, 2007 3:20 pm)
#13 of 28 Re: Audi A4 Bluetooth Compatibility Issues [10hazguy] by lugh Sep 30, 2007 (9:44 am)
Replying to: 10hazguy (Sep 30, 2007 9:27 am) Audi does inform the consumer. Perhaps your salesman didn't encourage you to test the interface with your phone? Replies to this message: 44ad (Oct 27, 2007 3:20 pm)
#14 of 28 Audi A4 Bluetooth Compatibility Issues by chenoyboy Oct 20, 2007 (5:48 pm)
I have a A4 cab quattro greatest car 3rd cab this is the best 2003 2005 now 2007 my problem is this bluetooth works great on all functions great volume connects every time but the people don't hear me I have to yell into the mirror and look stupid while driving by the way this is with the top up I have been back to the dealer many times this is the only problem they can't turn up the microphone my phone is a samsung a900 works great with the car I have to turn the speaker volume down it's so loud I wish I can transfer this to the microphone help if you have any thanks Replies to this message: parkcityeric (May 29, 2009 8:31 pm)
#15 of 28 Retrofit BT into an A6 by terminatorx5 Oct 20, 2007 (7:18 pm)
Folks, have a technical question - my mom has a '04 A6, no factory BT installed.   Is it possible to buy a BT module and install into the car? In BMW world, the US-spec bimmers are pre-wired for a phone, all you have to do, is get a BT module that plugs into existing connectors in the trunk, a BT antenna that plugs into the BT module and a center console holder that has a BT pairing button and you are all set.   Is it that simple in AUDI? I would like to set up my mom's car with a BT, and have no idea where to start...   Any help would be appreciated, T-X5
#16 of 28 Re: Audi A4 Bluetooth Compatibility Issues [lugh] by 44ad Oct 27, 2007 (3:20 pm)
Replying to: lugh (Sep 30, 2007 9:44 am) I bought the car through a broker so I never dealt with a salesman after the test drive, but on Audi's website is a lengthy, and periodically updated phone compatability chart. For Verizon (or Sprint) CDMA phones (I'm a Verizon customer) the Motorola's generally work the Korean phones (LG and Samsung) generally pair but won't import the phone book. My Verizon Motorola works perfectly with my 2006 A4 with bluetooth.
#17 of 28 Audi Bluetooth connectivity issues with Blackberry devices by soluved Aug 06, 2008 (1:38 pm)
hi,   I have an '08 A4 with bluetooth package. I just got a blackberry 8310 and I'm unable to pair it with the factory built Audi Bluetooth. When trying to search for bluetooth capable device, the blackberry can't find any. I know the Audi bluetooth works as it previously used to work perfectly with my Nokia. The Blackberry is able to find other blackberries just fine. Anyone else have a similar experience ?   thanks   -so
#18 of 28 2005 Audi A4 - Has phone button - but cannot install a phone? by kraal Sep 28, 2008 (9:54 am)
I am wondering what solutions people have found for installing a bluetooth phone into their Audi A4's. I have the new body style 2005 A4 with Navigation. There is a phone button. But when you push it says 'function not installed'. So I called the Audi Dealer and he said you cannot install a bluetooth phone and to buy a Garmin Nuvi with Bluetooth OR I heard a Parrot CK3100.   I am wondering, if I have the Parrot CK3100 installed, will my steering wheel controls work with it? On Crutchfield, they sell a wiring harness adapter, however not for my year and type of Audi. Where do I buy the adapter? Or would a good car stereo person hardwire it just as easy?   Thank you in advance for any ideas, tips or solutions you may have. Replies to this message: jambra (Dec 09, 2008 9:19 am)

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