Windows 10: Bluetooth Compatability

I have a Lenovo laptop 20L9 running Windows 10 with a Bluetooth Core Spec of 4.2. I have just purchased Samsung Earbuds that have a Bluetooth Core Spec of 5.0. I upgraded the bluetooth driver via W10 and received message it was the most current driver. I then went to the Lenovo site and it looks like there is an upgrade but no readme file to tell me what is in it. Any suggestions?

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Bluetooth Technology Gets Faster With Bluetooth 3.0

From its annual All Hands Meeting in Tokyo this week, the Bluetooth SIG formally adopted Bluetooth Core Specification Version 3.0 + High Speed (HS), or Bluetooth 3.0. This latest iteration of the popular short-range wireless technology fulfills the consumers' need for speed while providing the same wireless Bluetooth experience – faster. Manufacturers of consumer electronics and home entertainment devices can now build their products to send large amounts of video, music and photos between devices wirelessly at speeds consumers expect.
Bluetooth 3.0 gets its speed from the 802.11 radio protocol. The inclusion of the 802.11 Protocol Adaptation Layer (PAL) provides increased throughput of data transfers at the approximate rate of 24 Mbps. In addition, mobile devices including Bluetooth 3.0 + HS will realize increased power savings due to enhanced power control built in.


"Like Ricky Bobby in Talladega Nights, this latest version was 'born to go fast,' said Mike's Blog, Ph.D., executive director of the Bluetooth SIG. "Utilizing the 802.11 radio was a natural choice as it provides efficiencies for both our members and consumers – members get more function out of the two radios they are already including in devices, and consumers with Bluetooth 3.0 + HS products will get faster exchange of information without changing how they connect. We are excited to expand the possibilities of the PAN."

This newest version of Bluetooth technology builds on the inherent qualities of the current 2.1 + EDR version, including Simple Secure Pairing and built-in, automatic security. And as with all versions of theBluetooth specification, v3.0 + HS provides developers, manufacturers and consumers with the benefit of backwards compatibility, enabling both the expansion and enhancement of this technology with every new specification release. Once products reach the market, the easiest way for consumers to learn which devices are compatible with other Bluetooth enabled devices is to visit the Bluetooth Gadget Guide.

Applications
With the availability of Bluetooth version 3.0 + HS, consumers can expect to move large data files of videos, music and photos between their own devices and the trusted devices of others, without the need for cables and wires. Some applications consumers will experience include:

• Wirelessly bulk synchronize music libraries between PC and music player or phone
• Bulk download photos to a printer or PC
• Send video files from camera or phone to computer or television

Availability

The Bluetooth SIG's formal adoption of the specification is only the first step in the product lifecycle. News out today from wireless chip manufacturers and Bluetooth SIG member companies Atheros, Broadcom and CSR shows the second step – getting silicon solutions to device manufacturers – is already underway. End products for consumers are expected to be in the market in 9 to 12 months.

Technical Specifications
This new specification release includes several major enhancements (learn more here - page requires member login):

• Generic Alternate MAC/PHY (AMP)
• 802.11 Protocol Adaptation Layer (PAL)
• Generic Test Methodology
• Enhanced Power Control
• Unicast Connectionless Data

Source: Engadget

 

Bluetooth is no longer compatible after upgrading to Windows 10

Hi Deborah,

Welcome to Microsoft Community.

We regret for the inconvenience caused to you. I will be glad to assist you with this issue.

I suggest you to run the Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter and check if it helps.

Step 1: The Hardware Troubleshooter is an automated tool which checks the hardware connected to the computer for any known issues and provides the details on how to fix them. Follow these steps to run the troubleshooter.

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  Click Start.
  
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  Type Troubleshooting in the search bar and press “Enter”.
  
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  In the “Troubleshooting” window, click on
  “View All” on the left pane.
  
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  Click on “Hardware and Devices”.
  
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  Click on “Advanced” and then click on “Run as Administrator”.
  
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  Click “Next” and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooting process.
  

Step 2: You can also update the Bluetooth drivers via Device manager and check if it helps.

• Press Windows + X key and select
  Device Manager.
• Check for Bluetooth drivers.
• Right click on it and select Update.
• Restart your system after performing the steps and check if it helps.

Step 3: Download and save the AMD driver on the desktop.

Install the driver in compatibility mode.

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  Right click on the driver, and click on
  Properties.
  
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  Go to the Compatibility tab.
  
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  Check the box for Run this program in compatibility mode for:
  
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  Select Windows 8.1
  (or any compatible OS version) in the list of Operating systems.
  
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  Click OK.
  
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  Double-click the driver file to install the driver and follow the onscreen instructions.
  

Reboot your computer.

Keep us posted on the issue to assist you better.

Thank You.

 

Bluetooth in windows 10

My computer specs are as listed in the profile. I think all of you guys are correct. I don't have built-in Bluetooth in mobo.

I contacted skull candy headphones and thy have told me if I do not have built-in Bluetooth, I would need a dongle which supports at least a2dp. I do not know what the heck that means. I have a feeling I would need more than a cheap dongle.

Anyone suggest some a2dp adapters. I searched but don't know what a2dp is so couldn't make a decision