Provides classes that manage Bluetooth functionality, such as scanning for devices, connecting with devices, and managing data transfer between devices.

For more information, see the Bluetooth guide.

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The Bluetooth APIs let applications:

Scan for other Bluetooth devices
Query the local Bluetooth adapter for paired Bluetooth devices
Establish RFCOMM channels/sockets
Connect to specified sockets on other devices
Transfer data to and from other devices

To perform Bluetooth communication using these APIs, an application must declare the {@link android.Manifest.permission#BLUETOOTH} permission. Some additional functionality, such as requesting device discovery, also requires the {@link android.Manifest.permission#BLUETOOTH_ADMIN} permission.

Note: Not all Android-powered devices provide Bluetooth functionality.