Jay wrote in to ask about USB Bluetooth adapters. He has a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone. He wants to transfer pictures from the phone to the computer. He wants to know if a Bluetooth adapter (or dongle, as they're properly called) will work.
The answer is yes and maybe. Bluetooth is a wireless technology similar to Wi-Fi. However, it is generally used for connecting personal gadgets. It has a much shorter range. It is ideal for Jay's situation.
Bluetooth accessories should all be compatible with one another. I've never encountered problems connecting Bluetooth gadgets. However, there have been reports of compatibility issues.
Also, some cellular providers have been known to disable Bluetooth features on phones. They do this because they don't want you to be able to transfer your photos to your computer. They want you to pay to use their download service.
Before you buy a USB dongle, check with your service provider to see if Bluetooth transfer is enabled. If so, go ahead and buy a dongle. They're fairly cheap online. And I've seen them for about $15 at my local electronics store.
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