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Bluetooth Speaker Issue (Big Jambox)

I have recently bought a Nexus 7 and discovered that it appears to have problems with its bluetooth connectivity. I often use my Big Jambox to play music over bluetooth from my laptop and smartphone such as Spotify and had zeros issues. However, when using my Nexus 7 with the Jambox it intermittently cuts out on a regular basis, no matter the distance, location, or presence of other interfering bluetooth signals. I originally thought this only happened when the screen turned off on the Nexus 7 but it actually happens all the time.Is the Nexus 7 known for a 'weak' bluetooth, is my specific one likely to be faulty? Has anyone else had any similar issues? Any help would be much appreciated. Cheers.
Edit: I have exchanged the Jambox thinking the issue may have been that. However, the issue still persists with the new one.

Can you describe the "cutout" in greater detail?
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Just played a 9 minute song with the Nexus in one room and the iHome speaker in another room (50 feet or so).
At the 8 minute mark there was a small instantaneous snap sound. That was all. Overall I feel its very good.

I've been using mine with a Bluetooth receiver hooked up to my home stereo and it's working fine.

No issues with my Bose soundlink, or HTC stereclip I've been paired with.
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Been using with m jambox, no issues.
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Looks like its my Nexus 7 then. I'll have to exchange it. Thanks for all the replies.
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Are those with working A2DP audio, playing content over WiFi or stuff you've previously downloaded to your N7? I seem only to get problems when WiFi is pumping data. Maybe the current implementation doesn't let Bluetooth and WiFi play nice together?

I, too, have the same problem.

Are you connected to any other Bluetooth connection at the same time? This is the only time I ever have a problem when streaming in the car.

Exchanged my Nexus 7 and the new one works flawlessly. Original must have been faulty.
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Hmm, I'm wondering if there is an issue with my nexus 7. I've been complaining on another thread about getting bluetooth mic's working. But I noticed the last few days when I'm at work (I work in a busy downtown core) in certain areas I always get skips/stops in the music. Like it always happens in the same spot. There's one corner near my work that as soon as I approach it I know I'm going to get skips.
I thought maybe it's how I'm holding it, but near my home I can walk with it in either hand, almost swinging it back and forth and I cannot make a skip. But every morning/night going to/from work I can guarantee I'll get skips. This is with wifi off and bluetooth not looking for other devices.
I know bluetooth and wifi share some of the same range, even though I have wifi off, in the area I'm at there are numerous wifi hotspots and providers blanketing the downtown core with accessible wifi. Could this cause an interference issue or do I have a bad device? Besides bluetooth issues my device is flawless and counted myself as one of the lucky ones.

Bluetooth Impressions

I wanted to get some community feedback on the Bluetooth drivers for this phone.
I've noticed several times that my jawbone icon will "cut out" for 5 to 10 seconds periodically. Doesn't seem to happen at any consistent interval with no consistent trigger. I've tested the same headset with a nexus s, and a blackberry bold 9300. It works fine with the other 2 phones.
I've also seen my Nexus 4 exhibit the same behavior with my car stereo, a clarion CX 501. It acts like it's buffering a song, no audio, but it definitely isn't my network connection because it's doing it with local content and the song doesn't actually pick up where it left off, it clearly just keeps playing on the phone with no Bluetooth output.
It's probably worth noting that it doesn't actually lose the Bluetooth connection, it just stops transmitting out of nowhere. It still stays paired and connected.
Also mostly unrelated... It doesn't seem to hold a Wi-Fi connection very well when Bluetooth is active.
Anyone else seeing similar behavior?
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snowmanwithahat said:
I wanted to get some community feedback on the Bluetooth drivers for this phone.
I've noticed several times that my jawbone icon will "cut out" for 5 to 10 seconds periodically. Doesn't seem to happen at any consistent interval with no consistent trigger. I've tested the same headset with a nexus s, and a blackberry bold 9300. It works fine with the other 2 phones.
I've also seen my Nexus 4 exhibit the same behavior with my car stereo, a clarion CX 501. It acts like it's buffering a song, no audio, but it definitely isn't my network connection because it's doing it with local content and the song doesn't actually pick up where it left off, it clearly just keeps playing on the phone with no Bluetooth output.
It's probably worth noting that it doesn't actually lose the Bluetooth connection, it just stops transmitting out of nowhere. It still stays paired and connected.
Also mostly unrelated... It doesn't seem to hold a Wi-Fi connection very well when Bluetooth is active.
Anyone else seeing similar behavior?
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works quite well for me on Stock. Are you using a custom ROM?

No issues here. CM 10.1 with Franco's kernel. Never had issues stock either. Using through Microsoft Sync in my car.
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I'm 100% stock. Wondering if it's related to hardware at all. I figured it was software based on the symptoms but if no one else can reproduce it I might start to pursue an RMA
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This device has better Bluetooth than stock gs3 and note 3 drivers. It always skips on Bluetooth while playing music with Samsung devices. While in this device, its flawless!
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I currently use a LG-HBS700 bluetooth headphones with the N4 and so far, it's been working great, I've noticed its not so much the bluetooth thats the problem, but certain podcast apps that have trouble responding to the bluetooth controls on my headphones. So far, connection has been really good, I used to get occasional dropped connections with these earphones when connected to my iPhone, but no such issues with the Nexus 4.

expertzero1 said:
This device has better Bluetooth than stock gs3 and note 3 drivers. It always skips on Bluetooth while playing music with Samsung devices. While in this device, its flawless!
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That's really interesting. Your experience was the opposite of mine. My nexus s was really great with Bluetooth.
I find it interesting that this was moved to the Q&A section... Just because I asked for impressions and people answered doesn't really mean it's a Q&A thread. Hopefully it'll still get enough traffic here to get accurate impressions.
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Stock, but rooted and unlocked. BT at first was not stable. Had to pair and unpair all my devices for it to stick. Only had to do that once and from that point bt have been stable. Using Parrot Neo Minikit speakerphone, also my jabra pro 9470 at work, and using the HTC Stereo clip to stream wirelessly via aux port. No issue now.

kpjimmy said:
Stock, but rooted and unlocked. BT at first was not stable. Had to pair and unpair all my devices for it to stick. Only had to do that once and from that point bt have been stable. Using Parrot Neo Minikit speakerphone, also my jabra pro 9470 at work, and using the HTC Stereo clip to stream wirelessly via aux port. No issue now.
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Thanks, I'll give it a shot after repairing
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http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=39633
http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=39632

Catchpen said:
http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=39633
http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=39632
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Thanks for digging those up! That's awesome. Hopefully there will be something in 4.2.2 that corrects this issue. You really brought some hope to me for this phone. Honestly bluetooth was the biggest complaint I had... I can live with the non SAMOLED screen and mediocre battery life... but the bluetooth has been driving me nuts!

code.google.com
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Skipping during bluetooth streaming

I've found when streaming music over bluetooth there will be occasionally skips but only when the Note 3 screen is off. I've fixed the problem temporarily by keep my screen awake.
Anyone else experience this issue? Kinda reminds me of problems some folks experienced with the 2.2.
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Happened with me too at first. I restarted my phone and it worked fine after that.

Mine has been doing that. Annoying!
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Ive had rhis problem wiyh every samsung phone I have had (vibrant, galaxy s2 , galaxy s3 , and note2 and 3)
Sent from a galaxy.... Note 3

If you're experiencing the same problem I'm using the app wakey to keep the screen on.
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Google Play Music Stuttering Over Bluetooth
This isn't restricted to Verizon or Galaxy Note 3 devices. I thought it might be mostly Samsung related but I'm seeing this same trend on other mobile devices as well. This is a Google Music issue that is tied in with the Equalizer and Bluetooth. And it's not merely "Skipping", it involves a split-second fluctuation in volume from low back to normal that gives the impression of skipping, hence why I refer to it as "Stuttering" for lack of a better word.
It's driving me insane and making me see why people are always raving about Apple's iPhone. When I had it for over 2 years, there were no issues even remotely related to problems such as these!

i experience this too. drives me insane. i've troubleshooted everything i can, and the phone hardware or OS is all i can blame. can we get some development on this?:crying:

I am having the same issue with my Note 3 but it is happening without using bluetooth. Just playing music and no matter what music player I am using , it is skipping. I am rooted with Alliance ROM. Not sure how to fix this?

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This isn't restricted to Verizon or Galaxy Note 3 devices. I thought it might be mostly Samsung related but I'm seeing this same trend on other mobile devices as well. This is a Google Music issue that is tied in with the Equalizer and Bluetooth. And it's not merely "Skipping", it involves a split-second fluctuation in volume from low back to normal that gives the impression of skipping, hence why I refer to it as "Stuttering" for lack of a better word.
It's driving me insane and making me see why people are always raving about Apple's iPhone. When I had it for over 2 years, there were no issues even remotely related to problems such as these!
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But iphone got no freedom of flashing roms. You get the same iOS in every device it's disgusting. With Android we got freedom to do what we want when we want ya somethings break but when the dev breaks one feature he more then likely fixed a few others. work in progress. Couldn't pay this guy to use a crapple.

What are good small devices to use for the Trusted Devices feature?

I like the idea of Trusted Devices but I'd like to pair it with something that's always on me so I almost literally never have to enter my PIN. The best would be something that's nearly as slim as a credit card that could go in my wallet or a very small nub that could go on my keyring. I've searched around but nothing seems perfect. Any ideas for this?

This is what you want, but it's not quite here yet.
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/sticknfind-bluetooth-powered-ultra-small-location-stickers
Here's another from eBay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tiny-Anti-L..._eReader_Accessories&var=&hash=item53fd1a1c24

Seems rather impractical, as you'd always have to be connected to the bluetooth device, so it would need to be charged, and your phone would be using more battery/staying awake whenever it is connected.
This is exactly what the Moto Skip is for, but it's not a trusted device in the sense that it stays on all the time and you don't have to do anything to unlock.
There are two types of Skip devices, though. One is more "active" and will wake and unlock the device. This is the "nicer" option, and it uses a magnet to clip onto your shirt, pants pocket, etc. The other option is the more "passive" Skip, which are the Skip Dots that come with the Moto Skip. They are stickers that do the same thing as the Skip, but you have to wake the device and then touch them. If you have the device sitting on a Skip Dot on your desk, in your car, etc. and press the power button, then pick it up, it will be unlocked. With the Moto Skip proper, you just touch it and the phone will vibrate and unlock.
I bought a Moto Skip when I got my Moto X because it was half off, but I've never really used it. I have a 30 minute lock delay on my PIN, and check my phone pretty often, so it doesn't really ask for a password that much. I also use Bluetooth trusted devices in my car, with the GM in car phone connection.
Depending on where you spend the bulk of your time, look into Tasker and Secure Settings change PIN/password settings based on WIFI connections (home/work WIFI might be your "safe zone"), and lock it up when you're not connected to those.
Just my thoughts.

thehumble1 said:
This is what you want, but it's not quite here yet.
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/sticknfind-bluetooth-powered-ultra-small-location-stickers
Here's another from eBay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tiny-Anti-L..._eReader_Accessories&var=&hash=item53fd1a1c24
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Wow.. That's like a professional.. Is it works on my old moto ?

DANIEL AMBRUSO said:
Wow.. That's like a professional.. Is it works on my old moto ?
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I bet it works only on BT 4.0+ since it can't have a large battery (probably a CR2032 or similar disk). I know that some BT 4.0 devices have 1-2 years of life between charges, but don't have much range or capability.
You didn't reference your "Old" Moto, but it will work with the X.

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I bet it works only on BT 4.0+ since it can't have a large battery (probably a CR2032 or similar disk). I know that some BT 4.0 devices have 1-2 years of life between charges, but don't have much range or capability.
You didn't reference your "Old" Moto, but it will work with the X.
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Thanks. it's out of my reference.. When i buy Moto x then i will try it.

Would a smart watch work?
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x2h said:
Would a smart watch work?
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Yep, using it with my pebble now.
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thehumble1 said:
I bet it works only on BT 4.0+ since it can't have a large battery (probably a CR2032 or similar disk). I know that some BT 4.0 devices have 1-2 years of life between charges, but don't have much range or capability.
You didn't reference your "Old" Moto, but it will work with the X.
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For my purpose (and I believe the OP's) - having something on you that is a trusted device - a range of 6 feet and the capability to pair with another device are all that's required.

xdp said:
I like the idea of Trusted Devices but I'd like to pair it with something that's always on me so I almost literally never have to enter my PIN. The best would be something that's nearly as slim as a credit card that could go in my wallet or a very small nub that could go on my keyring. I've searched around but nothing seems perfect. Any ideas for this?
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I've been waiting for something like this as well, but so far, nothing has popped up yet. Android central and the following posts are good. Was hoping the Chipolo would work but it seems to have lots of issues. Maybe the Gecko tag will work it is released.
http://www.adamlasnik.net/post/moto-x-trusted-bluetooth-devices-list/
http://forums.androidcentral.com/motorola-droid-maxx/306674-trusted-bluetooth-devices-8.html

The trusted device feature works wonderfully with both the Pebble and the Galaxy Gear watches. Conversely, I've had nothing but trouble with the Stick-n-finds. They refuse to pair for me.
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hawkjm73 said:
The trusted device feature works wonderfully with both the Pebble and the Galaxy Gear watches. Conversely, I've had nothing but trouble with the Stick-n-finds. They refuse to pair for me.
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I second the Pebble. It's my favorite feature of the Pebble actually.

Cast Moto X Screen to Chromecast

Cast Moto X screen to Chromecast!
Change build.prop line ro.product.device to hammerhead then save and reboot.
Easy!
I posted here in Android Development because those with unrooted phones can't do this...plus, it's just a downright cool tweak.
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Thanks, very easy ?
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As mentioned prior, I was able to hack my build.prop, to convince Chromecast that my phone is a Nexus 5... After a reboot, the CastScreen option populated and just started working.
Initial thoughts... While it is still in beta, I figured with all the hype casting would be pretty polished by now.
Not so much.
The Chromecast struggles to produce video, and seems to heavily compress (or take a long time) to render anything. Photos do fairly well, but streaming video from phone to TV is totally useless.. I also recognized early on that the Chromecast doesn't seem to support 5g wireless, which would likely help a great deal with throughput.
I have seen a few YouTube videos showing better casting results, but using true Nexus gear. To be fair, there's a chance the Moto X isn't officially supported yet because Google may want to push all of this heavy lifting through our GPU.
Oh well, always fun trying new things.
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One last thing...I encourage others to post their experiences here
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I discovered this build.prop edit on my own yesterday and tested it out. I noticed the heavy compression at first but things smooth out after a few moments. Quality seemed to be fairly good from what I could see. I'm I've got an 802.11ac router really close to my tv that my phone was connected to on 5ghz (though my chromecast was connected on 2.4ghz n). So maybe that had something to do with it. Playing sonic dash showed smooth clean graphics, but the latency was just a tad too slow to rely on the TV as a screen and the phone as a controller.
Watching MLB.TV quality definitely suffered a little and wasn't quite as smooth. Perhaps that was because I was streaming so there was data going back and forth to the router.
Also, note there is another post on XDA with an app someone threw together to enable mirroring on any device: http://forum.xda-developers.com/har...experimental-enable-mirroring-device-t2812193

I would guess this performance will be on par with casting a tab from Chrome on your PC. I know that experience sucks.

scoobaspeaz said:
I would guess this performance will be on par with casting a tab from Chrome on your PC. I know that experience sucks.
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I do this wired from a desktop and it works extremely well - video, audio, whatever. I haven't tried the phone yet... but I'd check your network.

tdiman said:
I do this wired from a desktop and it works extremely well - video, audio, whatever. I haven't tried the phone yet... but I'd check your network.
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Wired I don't have as much of a problem but wireless I do. Then again there are many factors but all network related. Chromecast in relation to the router, wireless devices currently using the bandwidth on the router etc...
Since most people are not hardwired to their network I think its a valid post to talk about wireless tab casting especially since you will be casting with your phone wirelessly.

I'll try this on my moto x today. I'm casting to Chromecast from my nexus 7 and it works good. Not a lot of latency , buffering or anything. Quick and all, so I'll compare it with this hack on the moto x..

http://forum.xda-developers.com/har...experimental-enable-mirroring-device-t2812193
This works on my Moto X pretty well. Latency is higher than my girlfriends S4, but it still works.

Shanesgc said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/har...experimental-enable-mirroring-device-t2812193
This works on my Moto X pretty well. Latency is higher than my girlfriends S4, but it still works.
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This version is great for people who rooted with pie root on version 4.4.2 since you can't modify your build.prop.

when I tried to use with my XT1058 with CM11, google play caught ... does anyone know how to solve?
I enabled the first and third option

cast screen workin in moto x2013 trick
first open hot spot from any other android mobile . after that connect moto x wifi with that hotspot mobile after that you will easily uese miracast in moto x 2013... screen mirroring
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You don't need to do this anymore. The Chromecast app now supports mirroring from any device via a button in the app.