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    Bluetooth via Trumobile 350 or USB Adaptor?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by lilredfoxie, Jul 11, 2006.

  1. lilredfoxie

    lilredfoxie Notebook Evangelist

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    I want to add bluetooth capabilities to my e1505, im not sure to get the truemobile 350 card from dell or buy a usb bluetooth adaptor:

    trumobile 350
    - integrated
    - makes that cool blue led light come on the keyboard

    - expensive
    - not sure on dell warranty wiht it

    usb adaptor
    - cheaper
    - can be taken to many computers

    - sticks out
    - can get lost
     
    lilredfoxie, Jul 11, 2006
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  2. Amber

    Amber Notebook Prophet NBR Reviewer

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    If you buy the dell chip from dell spare parts, you'll receive a 90 day warranty on it. It is easy to install.

    Both have pro/cons, so you'll just have to decide which is worth it. If you rather have an internal card and can afford it, then go with the Dell chip. If you can't afford it right now, get the USB adapter.
     
    Amber, Jul 11, 2006
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  3. mattgonebad

    mattgonebad Notebook Consultant

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    you can get it on ebay for under $20, if you comfortable buying things on ebay
    thats what im going to do in a couple weeks
     
    mattgonebad, Jul 11, 2006
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