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This issue does not reproduce with dev preview 4.

Closing this issue as per comment #2 from reporter.

I have similar disconnection issues when using the Plantronics Savor M1100. The time that the Bluetooth stays connected to the device during a phone conversation before the Bluetooth connection drops varies -  sometimes is 5 minutes, sometimes 10 but always the call quality is horrendous on the other side. The savor is up to date as well as the Nexus 4. I will say that even on my side the call quality is not clear at all. I pair the Savor with any of my other phones (iPhone 4 or BB 9700) and it is cristal clear. THX, Dan

I having following bluetooth issues in my Nexus 4.

1. My Car bluetooth device failed to import contacts & call history.
2. Bluetooth connection disconnect & reconnects and my car activation voice navigation keeps saying "phone connected" again & again.
3. bluetooth sound value is too low
4. Bluetooth with WIFI turned on gets into werid state sometimes.

I didn't have any issues with another phone using the same car.


ndroid Device:
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Android 4.2.1
Kernel Version 3.4.0-perf-ge039dcb
Build Number JOP40D
Model Nexus 4
Up to date with system updates
Bluetooth set to be visible only to paired devices

Bluetooth Devices:
===========
2012 Hondo Civic with Nav Model bluetooth

I agree with sle...@slewis.org i am also facing same issues. There is another big issue/feature is missing that is switching the bluetooth automatically..

2 bluetooth's --- 1st one is headset [Plantronics,Nokia] and 2nd one is car inbuilt. Paired both bluetooth's and connected to 1st one and I moved in to the car and the nexus 4 won't switch the bluetooth from my 1st headset to car in-built bluetooth. I tried the same with iPhone,Nokia[Windows] and it works like a charm. This is a basic feature which is missing. with bluetooth 4.0 I dont know what kind of features LG or Google trying to bring??? I think it is also related to the OS as well.

 

 I concur with sle...@slewis.org - I too am experiencing the same issues. Dropped or cycling when device is paired with bluetooth handsets (LG, Motorola, and Jawbone) on Nexus 4 with Android 4.2.1. I have not experienced these issues before when connecting to other phones.

Please fix!

After reading a number of posts, I found that I have to turn the WIFI radio off in order to operate Bluetooth accessories. THIS IS NOT A FIX. I believe this magnifies a larger issue that has yet to be dissolved. This should be a priority fix, especially considering the laws that prohibit cell phone use without such handsfree devices while driving!

Google please respond with an ETA on the fix.

Bluetooth issues when using in my car. Haven't experienced any pairing,cycling or disconnect issues as some of other users. Phonebook downloads just fine....incomming calls clearly display contact information...the fundemental problem is that voice activated dial via incar does not seem to recognize the phonebook. Never had this problem with other phones....This problem needs to get fixed ASAP particularly give laws are against it and its simply frustrating to have the a nice phone with simple things not working...

The cycling issue in the car is resolved for me. It was the car asking the Nexus 4 for permission to read the address book. The dialog on the Nexus used a very small font and at first I didn't see the "always allow" checkbox to avoid the constant interruption.

Still having issues like others have described where wifi drops and reconnects pretty often. Seems to happen more when bluetooth is also on.

The issue is still persistent on even 4.2.1, I can turn on bluetooth only once after reboot, after that it fails constantly. Google team fix it, almost 2 months now people have reported the issue and still no solution. Please fix ASAP.

Likewise... I "upgraded" to my Nexus 4 from a cheaper Android Gingerbread handset that connected to my Lexus' bluetooth flawlessly... I've had the Nexus 4 for a week and I still can't get the Nexus 4 to switch to bluetooth for calls in the car... Please fix ASAP!

Hi,
I also have problem with the bluetooth handsfree in my 2003 bmw e39.
The phone gets paired and then it disconnects, connects, disconnects and so it goes on. Every 5-6 second.

I have a old sony ericsson handset witch the phone works well with, and the music plays great.
Just factory reset but the problem is still there.


My other phones has worked with my bmw without trouble at all, old sony ericsson phones, iphone 4, galaxy S2 and last a S3. But the nexus just disconnects all the time.


It has the latest 4.2.1 sw.

Hope this will be fixed as i love my bt hf.

Same issue with Bluetooth on BMW e46, previously paired successfully with HTC desire running on android 2.1.

Nexus 4 pairs but then gets stuck in a loop requesting access to phonebook and then Bluetooth drops.

I wonder whether this occurs because of the way contacts are stored and handled on the nexus 4?

I have Bluetooth issues with my Nexus 4 and my BMW E46 which worked perfect with my Galaxy Nexus and Nexus S before it (even Motorola RAZR dumbphone worked). Oddly I don't have any problems with Nexus 4 and A2DP streaming, just the phone protocol.

I do not believe the issue is related to the phone book because I have tried it both with the address book sharing and without and in both cases it completely fails.

I get pairing, on rare occasions it works but 90% of the time I receive a call and the phone shows the Bluetooth is established but I cannot hear the other party or them hear me and eventually the car lights up a Bluetooth error that can only be cleared by turning off the car (rebooting the phone does not fix the problem). I have turned off Bluetooth pairing it is so bad.

Android Device:
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Android 4.2.1
Kernel Version 3.4.0-perf-ge039dcb
Build Number JOP40D
Model Nexus 4
Up to date with system updates
Bluetooth set to be visible only to paired devices

Vehicle Acura TL 2012

I had many of the same problems: dropped connections, cycling, intermittent inability to import contacts and call history. All of these problems were rectified with 4.2.1 and the phone and hands free link worked flawlessly together. Unfortunately because of battery charge reporting errors the phone had to be replaced. The replacement phone was immediately updated to 4.2.1. All of the problems I experienced with 4.2 returned - very discouraging. Everything with regard to build number, kernel version is identical to the old phone. This would lead me to believe that Bluetooth issues with the Nexus 4 are not necessarily software related and more rooted in a hardware weakness that varies from phone to phone. ...but what do I know!

Nexus 4 [new 1/5/12]
Android 4.2.1

I was offered a replacement phone by support but turned it down.

Makes BT unusable for phone.  Turning off wifi does help but there still is some stuttering during conversation over BT.

Same here on
Nexus 4 8Gb
Android 4.2.1


Bluetooth Devices:
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Jabra Stone - reconnects every minute
Jabra BT8020 - reconnects every second


- WiFi tuned off but it didn't help
- handsfrees working fine with other devices

I've received my Nexus 4 yesterday. Updated to 4.2.1, Kernel V. 3.4.0-perf-ge039dcb
android-build@vpbs1.mtv.corp.google.com#1
The Nov 8 15:42:02 PST 2012
Build Number J0P40D
The same with BT Nexus4 paired with Nexus S Android 4.1. The BT connection simply does not work. WiFi was turned off, but no help.

I have also a BT related issue: I can't pair the Philips SHB 9100 Bluetooth Stereo Headset which supports following Profiles:

- Bluetooth-Headset-Profile (HSP)
- Bluetooth-Handsfree-Profile (HFP)
- Bluetooth Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
- Bluetooth Audio Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)

This device works perfectly at my Samsung Galay Tab 2 10.1 with ICS 4.0.4

Any clue?

Android Device:
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Android 4.2.1
Kernel Version 3.4.0-perf-ge039dcb
Build Number JOP40D
Model Nexus 4

Also suffering issues with Bluetooth refusing to turn back on when previously turned off.

Nexus 4, 4.2.1

Just got my Nexus 4 and have BT issues too. I have a Samsung H100 BT headphone and it disconnects when trying to make a call.

Hope Google will fix this with an update.

Nexus 4 on 4.2.1 (Build JOP40D):
When trying to activate Bluetooth after several hours of uptime it fails.
Rebooting solves the problem.

My wife and I both have the Nexus 4 and we both have the issue of bluetooth failing to activate after several hours of uptime. Worse yet, if Google Wallet is enabled, Wallet will start draining battery at an absurd rate (about 8%/hr idle instead of normal 3-4%/hr). Rebooting the phone fixes both the bluetooth and battery drain issues until they reappear again after several hours.

Remember to Star this issue at the top left hand corner of the page. It would be more effective to get Google's attention that way.

My Nexus 4 (And 4.2.1) will not pair with my jawbone Bluetooth headset. It doesn't even recognize the headphones (they are in pairing mode). I was using it with my Galaxy Nexus (And 4.1.1) previously and had no issues. What's up google?

I have serious challenges with my Nexus 4 running 4.2.1 pairing with my Pioneer AVIC x940BT receiver. In general I am able to pair my phone for hands free, but I have big challenges streaming audio. I have been able to do so only intermittently. Recently I unpaired my phone and device, and then re-paired, and was able to utilize the car stereo to stream pandora. When I turned the car off and left, then returned 10 minutes later, the device would no longer connect via bluetooth. I think the problem is somehow in the toggling between bluetooth Handsfree+Audio profile.

I also frequently have problems with dropped handsfree connections. Sometimes I will be able to hold a call for an extended period, and others I won't be able to keep the connection alive for more than 2 minutes.

I've noticed my jawbone headset diconnecting/reconnecting ever since the update to 4.2.1 on my Galaxy Nexus.

On 4.1 and lower it worked just fine.

Similar problems with my 2005 Prius. Car would recognize call in progress but not get any audio through speakers or car mike. Solved by resetting phone and then re-pairing but then more problems happened again. At one point couldn't turn BT on on the N4. Solved by soft reset again but car still doesn't pick up audio. At one point N4 said connected to ANOTHER BT device that was in the car but the power was off on that device. Also sometimes car reports device not in range when it is in the car with BT operating.

sorry, also offered replacement by support. When I asked if this was a known issue the answer was "no". So I thought I'd check here before going through the hassle of replacing.

They said "No" ?!  http://things-linux.blogspot.com/2013/01/time-frame-of-nexus-4-wifi-bug-issues.html

Of course, this would explain why they said "no": http://things-linux.blogspot.com/2013/01/cover-up.html

It's a known problem by everyone except the Google Device Support team.  I sent back three Nexus 4's; the original one, and the two replacements they subsequently sent me because they all had the identical buggy behavior: the bluetooth issue that this thread is discussing, and the wifi bug described in issue 36949180: http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=40065.

Somebody's lying to us.

I rather doubt this is a nexus 4 issue - 4.2 and 4.2.1 messed up Bluetooth on my friend's Galaxy Nexus.  They should have an option to allow users to delay getting an update until it is 'release' quality.  Pushing beta software to users - which messes up their previously working phones - is not good.

Remember last year?  It wasn't until 4.0.3 that ICS was release quality.  Hopefully this time 4.2.2 does it.

I agree that I don't think it's just a nexus 4 issue. Other non Nexus android users are also reporting it. I think it's just the fact that the Nexus 4 by default is running THE latest version of Jellybean and 4.2.1 has bugs.

The Nexus 4 is the only one for which bluetooth kills wifi, and frequently locks up the phone with 4.2.1.  Other devices are admittedly experiencing bluetooth data loss problems, but this one is specific to the Nexus 4.

Nexus 4, android 4.2.1; build JOP40D ; bought from SFR buyer in France 1 week ago; can't switch on bluetooth.

Nexus 4, android 4.2.1 - I am unable to use this phone with the bluetooth of my car (BMW e46). All other phones so far worked flawlessly. Nexus 4 recognizes only Audio profile. It doesn't see headset and handsfree profiles of my car.
Google, please fix this.

Similar issues on my nexus 4.
Android 4.2.1 rebooted into safe mode
Jabra BT2080 headset audio impossible to use and microphone picks up nothing. Utterly useless. (Headset works flawlessly on ZTE Blade)
When not in safe mode, bluetooth will not turn on consistently.

Google - this implementation is not 'fit for use'.

@38: Tell them about it, send email to the Google Board of Directors: directors@google.com.  Providing the directors of the company with unfiltered customer feedback is probably a good idea, especially if it is done politely.  However, be aware that corporate attitude percolates down from the top, not the other way.  I fully expect any feedback along these lines to be met with the same level of bland indifference that we have noted regarding fixing the problems with Android 4.2.1 in general, and with the Nexus 4 in particular.

However, here's what I sent:
__________________

Dear Google Board of Directors,

Just in case you were not aware, the Google Nexus 4 launch last November was a bit of a clown chase.  But the launch of the phone was positively smooth sailing compared to the Google support operations which have been, essentially, in non-effect since trouble reports about the phone's wifi and bluetooth issues started trickling shortly after the launch. That would be what: about three months ago?

Your press office was just sent this award nomination relating to the aforementioned Google Nexus device support operations, it might be worth a glance:

http://things-linux.blogspot.com/2013/01/letter-sent-to-google-press-offices.html

Best, and don't be evil.

--Doug

Having trouble connecting my nyko play pad controller to my nexus 4  via bluetooth...it says it is paired but it is actually not. Controller works with my Acer Iconia A500 tablet just fine.

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Unable to use Nexus 4 on Mercedes B200. It pairs, displays the signal strength, I'm able to dial a number, but cannot hear other side and they can't hear me as well. Adjusting volumes doesn't help. It works OK with Nexus One and Galaxy Nexus.

System:
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Model Nexus 4
Android 4.2.1
Kernel Version 3.4.0-perf-ge039dcb
Build Number JOP40D

BT:
----------------------------------
Mercedes B200 Audio 20

I have the same experience as #42 above in my Mercedes A160.

My earlier nexus S works fine.

This is rather poor coding I feel and requires an urgent fix.

System:
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Model Nexus 4
Android 4.2.1
Kernel Version 3.4.0-perf-ge039dcb
Build Number JOP40D

I having following bluetooth issues in my Galaxy Nexus

1. My Car bluetooth device failed to import contacts & call history.
2. Bluetooth connection disconnect & reconnects and my car activation voice navigation keeps saying "phone connected" again & again.
3. bluetooth sound value is too low

I didn't have any issues with another phone using the same car.


Android Device:
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Android 4.2.1
Kernel Version 3.4.0-perf-ge039dcb
Build Number JOP40D
Model Galaxy Nexus yakju
Up to date with system updates
Bluetooth set to be visible only to paired devices

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We now have the answer as to when the WiFi and bluetooth problems with the Nexus 4 will be fixed, and we didn't get the information from Google.  Thanks, Android Police!  So, is it evil to sell a product for months, knowing that it is defective? http://things-linux.blogspot.com/2013/02/what-is-evil.html

i have two bluetooth devices in my car. The car itself for calls and an fm transmitter for my music

the phone never picks up both and i have to manually connect and disconnect the devices till both finally connect. Once connected i do not disconnect though, so that's good.

I also have an LG HBS 700 headset and this phone has rendered it unusable. when it does connect, the audio is absolutely horrible and disconnects quite often. We bought 3 phones and none work w the headsets.

None of the phones transferred the contacts over to the cars, but i know some phones don't do that either so i don't know if that's an actual issue

Android Devices:
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Phone 1 (mine)
Android Nexus 4 - 4.2.1 (rooted)
350 z
Gogroove smart mini FM transmitter
LG HBS 700

Phone 2
Android Nexus 4 - 4.2.1 (rooted)
Infinity g35
LG HBS 700

Phone 3
Android Nexus 4 - 4.2.1 (rooted)
Infinity x35
Gogroove smart mini FM transmitter


 

Not sure if this is the right place to post...

I have 2 Nexus 4's (4.2.1) that have had this problem. I can connect to my car's bluetooth fine. I can stream music fine. However, when I make a call, after about a minute, bluetooth will disconnect. The call will still be connected and I can continue the conversation in about another 30seconds or so when bluetooth reconnects by itself.

I have the same issue, I have a Jawbone HD, and what happens is that when I am connected on a Wi-Fi network, and Bluetooth, the Bluetooth drops a few times and then it stays connected, however Wi-Fi drops and stays off until finish the call, then it reconnects to my Wi-Fi network,  as soon as I get another call, it does the same. What I opted on doing is to turn off Wi-Fi when home and it solves the issue temporarily

#49 I've tried disabling wifi when I'm connected to bluetooth (I've set up a Tasker profile to automate this) and it seems to have worked. I remain connected if I make a call.

I bought my nexus 4 2 weeks ago. I also have issue with Bluetooth, connecting to my car audio system.

what's the solution? this is unacceptable!

let's pray that upcoming 4.2.2 release solve those issues.

When ever I want to turn on bluetooth on LG Nexus 4, Im not able to. If I restart the mobile, it works. After some time, if i want to connect again, it fails.. Please fix it or provide any solution.

The update 4.2.2 for Nexus 4 don't resolve problems (bluetooth device failed to import contacts & call history)
:-(

I can verify that the Nexus 4's wifi and bluetooth are still broken after the 4.2.2 release.  See http://things-linux.blogspot.com/2013/02/very-little-surprise-here.html for details.

I got the 4.2.2 update this morning, and my connectivity issues are fixed. Yay!

4.2.2 did nothing to fix Bluetooth. I'm hugely disappointed. I left BlackBerry because the quality of services and dependability went to crap. Now Android is following the same path. Fundamental features need to work flawlessly (Bluetooth, WiFi, network connectivity - all of which are problematic with OS 4.2), the "extras" aren't as critical. I cannot and will not recommend anyone to buy a Nexus 4 until they resolve the dependability issues.

My issues seem to have been resolved as well. I've been able to use a
device that refused to work before the 4.2.2 update so something's been
done!

My bluetooth issues still persist on nexus 4.2.2

Plantronics voyager goes silent when call connects.  I can hear caller but they can't hear me.  Switching to handset doesn't resolve issue if Call was initiated with Bluetooth connected.  Have to drop call, disconnect Bluetooth then call to restore function.

Will not pair with my Citroen C3 Picasso and very flakey with my iPad. Hope for a fix soon

I can report the same issue as well. My nexus 4 is not capable of streaming music without distortion. The same Bluetooth headphones were just fine using android 4.0.

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i experience same issues as #42 & #43. i too have a mercedes a-class, nexus 4 pairs up fine to car via bluetooth, if i make a call i cannot hear ringtone and no sound can be heard once call is picked up. If someone call me, i can hear ringtone through car speakers but when i answer call the caller cannot be heard. This issue was with 4.2.1, upgraded to 4.2.2 last night and still exactly same problems.
 

Same here, I have a Samsung HM1000 BT headset and if I have WiFi enabled I cannot make a call via BT. This was happening with 4.2.1 and continues with 4.2.2. Hope it'll be resolved in a future update.

Won't pair with my Volvo C30.  The older Galaxy Nexus and Galaxy S3 don't have any problems pairing. (Or any other phones I've used occasionally for that matter).  Just the Nexus 4.

Google sent me a new nexus 4 device, and it still has the same problem. I have a Subaru Impreza and didn't have any issues with the previous phone, but Nexus 4 doesn't reconnect automatically to the Bluetooth...very annoying...and Google tech support has no solution other than reboot the device, replace the device, or get a refund...very frustrating...

suggest calling Call 855-83-NEXUS to let them know of the issues with their newest phone

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#68 At this point i guess calling 855-83-NEXUS is the only option. The more people complain regarding these BT issues the higher our chances (at least I hope) to get this issue resolved. My GN had some BT related problems initially, but all were resolved after the first update. Got 4.2.2 two days ago, it didn't fix the phone-to-car issue. In fact, it broke the only working option I had - N4 connected to Garmin GPS.
Update: N4-to-Garmin connection was restored by removing pairing info from both devices, rebooting both and pair again. N4-to-car still doesn't work.

I have the same problem like many others here:

My Nexus 4 does not work on a Mercedes E-Class (S211). It pairs, displays the signal strength, I'm able to dial a number, but cannot hear the other side and they can't hear me as well. Adjusting volumes doesn't help. It works OK with HTC EVO 3D (Android 4.04), Nokia 6230 and even with the Samsung GT5700i Galaxy Spica (Android 2.1).

The problem appeared with Android 4.2.1 and still exists after the Upgrade to 4.2.2.

Please get this fixed fast, because in this state, the NEXUS 4 is useless in my car.


System:
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Model Nexus 4
Android 4.2.2
Kernel Version 3.4.0-perf-g7ce11cd
Build Number JDQ39

BT:
----------------------------------
Mercedes E-Class (S211; Model 2009) Audio/APS 20

this may be a good workaround for Nexus 4:

I turn off the Bluetooth and turn it back on and it connects to my car Bluetooth. it's a hassle that it doesn't connect automatically, but I have to make a note for myself that whenever I enter my car do this on/off switch to make it work.

The 4.2.2 update did not fix anything for me. Bluetooth still gets stuck in an "off" state after several hours or a couple days. The only way to fix this is still to reboot.

4.2.2 fixed nothing! My BMW still does not receive contacts and the phone can not be managed from the steering wheel (or voice controlled). The only capability the phone detects is "Phone Audio". I have tried deleting, rebooting, re-pairing - you name it!! This is a really serious issue Google!! You need to up the priority!! It goes to the core capabilities of what a modern phone needs to be able to do. Where I live, it is LAW to use handsfree for in-phone calls. I am on the road all the time for work - my Galaxy Nexus is no longer on the road with me :(

Just been onto Google support and I'm also having a replacement Nexus 4 sent out because of this issue.

Surely the number of people starting to complain about this issue and returning handsets must be starting to ring alarm bells at Google HQ

@75, did they tell you that there were no known problems with the Nexus 4?

Google didn't blink an eye and authorised a replacement. They never said there was known issues with the phone.

Interesting, thanks.

I have the same issue as the other Mercedes owners with the Audio 20, in a Vito in this case, namely phone connects but no voice audio is present only key clicks can be heard. The phone sort of works, quietly, with my Garmin Nuvi. Been doing some digging and it appears to be the Nexus 4 uses the A2DP profile not the HFP/HSP profile of old. Tried in a brand new Volvo and all works beautifully with the phone bringing up both phone and media audio, interestingly both the Garmin and the Volvo use secure pairing whereas the Merc uses the old input a four digit code method. It can't be anything to do with BT version 4 compatibility as my HTC One V works with the Merc, so it must be the profile - hopefully Merc will have a firmware fix for the radio!!!

Plantronics PLT510 does the recycling.  Also, Nexus 4 does not connect to my 510 after I return to home office.  I use 510 at home, my car's system and also an extra 510 I keep stashed in the car.  This is scary as I make many presentations and this cycling is scary.  I am on the latest Android update as of Feb 25th.  How do we get help?

I am having a similar issue. Audio during voice calls goes from manageable to distorted every few seconds. The headset works fine with my PC and with an iPhone 4.

Device:
Model: Nexus 4
Android: 4.2.2
Kernel Version: 3.4.0-perf-g7ce11cd
Build Number JDQ39

Bluetooth:
Samsung HM1700 Bluetooth Headset

I have similar issue with 4.2.2 and 4.2.1 where bluetooth audio for phone calls works through car bluetooth but controls do not work. Cant answer or hangup or make calls from bluetooth with BMW circa 2008 handsfree system.

Android 4.2.2 at least stopped locking everything up but its still broken !

The same issue for me, nexus 4 and Mercedes 220cdi....

Hi everyone !
Me and my wife we finally change our old GS2 & GS3 with 2 new NEXUS 4 :) .. BUT now  we have BOTH a problem using it with our Samsung HM1700 Bluetooth Headset ! :(

Naturally our HM1700 are both PERFECT if used with other devices, we used both until last week with our "old" Galaxy S2 & S3 !

Phone Model: Nexus 4
Android versions : one is 4.2.1 , the other one is 4.2.2

Bluetooth Headset : Samsung HM1700

Google & LG .. PLEASE HELP .. solve this BIG problem : NEXUS 4 is a good phone !

Google!!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ipud-wAAE0E

Just got a Nexus 4 and although Bluetooth pairs with car no volume over bluetooth loudspeaker at all

benji

i also report problem with turning on BT after a few hours on-time,

GOOGLe, any idea when there will be fix???????

with my opel astra, only paired the device, but not the contact list...I can dial to nobody in my car...FIX IT !!

My nexus 4 is not detecting my bluetooth device!!!!!! this is anoying!!

Please FIX IT!!!!!!!!!

I find that when I move between bluetooth devices (two headphones and my car bluetooth, I have to turn off the bluetooth on the phone and wait awhile.  If I restart my bluetooth headset it will then find it.  My 6 year old Windows Mobile 6.5 phone changed immediately as I left the range of my devices (house to car to mobile headset and back to car and then back to headset stationed at home office.)  This is really frustrating.  I would like them to pay more attention to phone features (sound levels are way too high and I can't turn lower).

My Nexus 4 likes to drop wifi when using a my bluetooth headset (LG HBS-700) and using Groove IP to make voip calls. I never had this problem on my Galaxy II or Mytouch 4g. It's really starting to get annoying as I can't seem to find a work around, and Google appears to be totally oblivious to the issue. 4.2.2 does not fix it. I'm using an LG headset with an LG phone. zzzz

WiFi disconnects and continues to try to reconnect causing distortion on my jawbone icon Bluetooth. I have to turn off WiFi every time I want to use my Bluetooth. This needs to be fixed quickly.

I'm unable to send files from nexus 4 (android 4.2.2) to my iMac 10.7.5.
All my other cell phones bluetooth work perfect.

Why is Google ignoring all of our complaints? Is it a non fixable problem? 2 months is inexcusable!

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This part of Google is broken. Perhaps these guys can do what Google seems incapable of: http://things-linux.blogspot.com/2013/03/cyanogenmod.html

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I have same BT issue as #22 and #23

BT can't turn on after being off for a few hours. Android 4.2.2.

Also some issues here, Mercedes Audio 20 pairs fine and dials out, but speakers and microphone appear To be dead. Happened before and after the 4.2.2 update.

After the update there a 2 New problems, first is that wifi does not reconnect to my Router anymore. It does not even find the WLAN anymore on its Own unless I either turn wifi off and on again or enter and leave flightmode. In rare cases it needs a reboot.

Second Problem is with BT, since 4.2.2 audio gets heavily distorted every couple of minutes. Playback has To be paused and restarted then. Also BT Seems To Hang every 3 to 4 days and a reboot is needed.

I can report that there were issues relating to nexus 4 4.2.2 firmware and ford mondeo 2008 in car bluetooth. The address book transfer is not successful and frequent disconnection to the in car bluetooth. The car bluetooth is working ok with all other phones. However nexus 4 works well with jabra freeway, no disconnection and streaming music without distortion.

I have managed to disabled the phonebook transfer during initial pairing , as a workaround , together with wifi off (use sony smartconnect to automate it). It seemed to make and receive call ok but without phonebook access. Some people said stopping the pbap service in Bluetooth sharing service might also help.

Try it and it may just work for your car.

I encounter the following issues with my Nexus 4 on Android 4.2.2 connecting to my Opel Astra via bluetooth:

- contacts are not transfered, no question on the phone for allowance
- no control of the phone via car controls (can't take incoming call nor make a call by myself)
- If I have an incoming call and take it on the phone while a connection exists, I can hear the caller on car audio, but the cars microphone seems not to work. To exit the call via car controls is still not possible.
- The connection itself seems to be stable.

Would be nice if this can be addressed ASAP.

I posted a BT problem with my Nexus 4 on 4th February. I now enjoy Android 4.2.2 buildJDQ39. It has the same BT failures as 4.2.1

What are Google developers doing? I guess its complex, but not welcome. Especially as my Nexus S worked fine in my car. This one DOES NOT. I will think twice about Android and I am (unfortunately) warming to the idea of a iPhone.

I find an issue for my nexus 4 and mercedes CLC :
I stop the pbap service in Bluetooth sharing service, with Advanced Task Manager, and it works !!!

I have to do this every time I turn on my car, but I don't care, it works !!!

Hope you too :)

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I am having similar issue with my new Nexus 4. Unable to switch it and I have to restart the device. Once I restart and the device is on, this time the Bluetooth comes as ON by default. Anyone any luck to get the resolution ? Does the factory reset work ? Could this issue be related to some of the android app I have installed ?
My observation, It seems it has something to do with the Maps app and Location access settings.

I have the same problem in my car Opel meriva 2012. I tryed solve with car service, but in the in car bluetooth is the newest firmware.
I can pair, but i can not do nothing from car system. (Make call, answer call..)

Nexus 4, 4.2.2

Opel meriva bluetooth handsfree UPJ

I have the same problem with a nexus 4 with 4.2.2, no working with Sony caraudio I need to reset my phone prior to connect it.

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I am facing the same problem with #42#43#64#100. nothing improved when i updated to andriod 4.2.2! Without the bluetooth function, nexus 4 is useless in my Mercedes B200 with Audio 20. When can you solve this basic problem,Google?

Google reminds me more of Micro$oft every day: http://things-linux.blogspot.com/2013/03/translated.html

Problems with Sony MW1 as well..  Random disconnects,  repeatedly reaquests to pair again which is nit done by default,  but needs to confirm every single time..
Bluetooth use has become a real nightmate.. Missing calls,  not being able sometimes to communicate because althugh it is ared sund is nt transferred etc..  Really disappointed..

same thing happened with my Nexus4(4.2.2) and Ford Sync(1St Gen, latest firmware, worked fine with nexus s and iPhone 4s)  BT kept randomly disconnecting while streaming audio

Same issue for me. All started with Android 4.2, and continued with 4.2.1 and still persists with 4.2.2. Makes the phone utterly useless! Cannot believe this isn't getting attention as it has been months of non operability!

I have found some temporary luck by clearing the cache of running programs. I have found an app to do this quickly with one click. I say temporary because it can work during the entire time I have the earbud on, but then goes back into failure mode at the next use.

I'm having the issue when connected (or not connected!) to my Bose Series 2 earbud, but the problem of Bluetooth turning off and on is as described.

Google: Please fix this seemingly simple issue before adding more crappy features! Really!

My specs:
Google Nexus (bought from Google)
Kernel 3.0.31-g9f818de (and previous to 4.2)
Bose Series 2 bluetooth earbud

Some troubleshooting notes ...
paired and repaired many, many times.
stream media or just phone calls, every combination tried.
wifi on/off, doesn't matter.
actually uninstalled many apps, one at a time, to no avail.
turned on/off Google Now, still happens.
turned on/off Lock Screen, still happens.
turned on/off all Location services, still happens.
disabled Google Currents, Talk, Lookout, Maps, Play Magazine, all Amazon aps, still happens.

today I encounter a new issue with Nexus: the bluetooth does not turn on at all. When I slide the button to the right to turn it on, it switches back to Off. So there the blue tooth is disabled all together.

this is a shame google. I'm returning the device. :(

Having same problem with 2013 c class. Doesn't import my contacts. And also i noticed that when it is streaming audio it just says "audio streaming" instead of the track name and info. Switched from an iphone and having this happen pissed me off -_-

Bluetooth Device : Nokia CK -600
Phone : Nexus 4 - Android 4.2.2

ISSUE :

The Display of the blue tooth doesnt shoow the Details of Incoming Call.

GOOGLE Please rectify

My Nexus One bluetooth worked delightfully with my Prius. My new Nexus 4 has me pulling out my hair.

At this point I have to shutdown my car, restart my car, and then shutdown and restart this phone, in order to receive/place handsfree calls. I cannot switch from handfree to speaker or handset under any circumstances I can find.

Bluetooth on the Nexus 4 is definitely broken, and where is Google? Not a peep from Google, nothing from LG.

The clueless Google "Nexus Tech Support" lady said, "your device may not be compatible with your car." Are you kidding me! This person had never heard of people using their cell phone through a car's audio system!  Are you kidding me, Google?

At least, couldn't Google provide a list of cars that are compatible with their android phones/OS, BEFORE people waste hours stressfully trying to resolve this on their own?

How many hours of unsuspecting customers' time have been wasted with this idiocy!

This is so, so wrong. Really irresponsible. Google/LG should not allowed to continue to sell a device if it does not work, without compensating consumers for the trouble. This is consumer fraud, plain and simple, and particularly unconscionable and dangerous that this dysfunction happens in moving vehicles. Why are there no recalls for these devices??

If anyone to talk about a class action suit, I'm in! I suspect only a very, very large and public lawsuit will get these unresponsive, irresponsible, uncommunicative businesses to act responsibly.

Bluetooth Device : Nokia CK-100
Phone : Nexus 4 - Android 4.2.2

 === Issue ===

Following the 4.2.2 update I lost the ability to voice dial, car kit would pause stereo make a 'fail' sound and then return back to normal.

later I heard that the voice prompts where now coming from my phone in my pocket, not through the car speakers

 === Solution (worked for me atleast) ===

1) open google now

2) three dots, bottom right

3) settings

4) voice

5) tick bluetooth headset (some reason this was unticked by default)


hope this helps

After getting 4.2.1 update, there is lot of issues with blue tooth functionality.
my phone can not connect with my bb vm-605 freehands decice, also it can not find any device via bluetooth while searching. We have a hands-free law.

Well done Google.

Been following these threads (there are about 30 on this bug tracker, tracking similar BT issues) for about 8 weeks now and I keep seeing the same trends:

Google won't take responsibility for the fault. One developer implies it will be fixed in Key Lime Pie.

Now, I would happily wait 6 months for that to happen, perhaps even plumping for an N5, but judging by Googles complete inability to recognise, communicate and fix the issue, I've just ordered a Galaxy S3 for £20 more than an N4. Google have simply failed to instil faith in their competence at fixing this and this is seen among other users on these threads.

So congratulations Google. Your incompetence is now not only losing existing customers, but also potential new ones. Which is a shame because the N4 seems like a great piece of kit, save for this one minor bug (I played on a friends N4).

I'll be unsubscribing from all trackers soon. Come Thursday, I just won't give a shit about the Nexus as a brand anymore.

For reference, I have borrowed an old HTC Wildfire (after my Nokia E5 gave up) and now want to give the phone back and get something a bit quicker. N4 was in the spotlight, but now I've voted with my wallet. 8 weeks is frankly, long enough and in fact, this issue has gone on MUCH longer than this.

I'm not advocating others jump the Nexus ship. Google may well get their act together. But for me personally, I'll be moving into a job role soon where reliability of features on a phone is more important than anything else.

I have the same problem like many others here:

My Nexus 4 does not work on a Mercedes Audio 20 system. It pairs, displays the signal strength, I'm able to dial a number, but cannot hear the other side and they can't hear me as well. Adjusting volumes doesn't help. It works OK with the Samsung Galaxy S II and HTC Desire

System:
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Model Nexus 4
Android 4.2.2

BT:
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Mercedes Audio/APS 20

I am running on stock 4.2.2, the latest version of JB, but I am facing a similar issue with bluetooth. my issue is not limited only to the car BT connectivity but also my MW 600 BT headset. It shows that Bluetooth is connected, but I am unable to hear the other person, i go back to handset and switch to bluetooth it works for sometime, only to repeat again. i have tried everything including only enabling phone audio, restarting the phone as well as unpair and pair the device, but to no effect. the issue continues. incidentally, my nexus is 2 months old and on the same version. the issue started around 2-3 weeks back, since then i am facing this and it is a huge problem
regards
chiradeep

Same issues here with Phone & Audio system of Toyota Auris.
Works fine with my old Iphone 3GS...

Bluetooth Problem too! Nexus 9020 with last update, wont connect to my NOKIA HEADSET 604. Same with my JABRA HALo. Nexus sees it, but cant connect! What shall I do.

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I'm experimenting the same issues listed here. But I moved my comments to issue# 39633 for several reasons:

- This problem now affects 4.2.2 too, and I guess it's just not audio streaming related, but audio over Bluetooth related.
- This thread has been starred just 136 times right now, vs. 932 on issue# 39633.
- This issue has not been assigned to any developer yet, and issue# 39633 has been assigned.

So guess what? Probably we'll get more attention on this problem if we post our comments on issue# 39633.

Nexus 4, Android 4.2.2, BMW E46 Navigation Professional

Pairing works, but I can not use the phone as there is a loop of disconnecting and re-connecting the bluetooth connection. Connection can be established for max. 2 seconds at once before getting disconnected - which at least was enough to take a look at the first page of the phonebook on the navigation system display, which looked fine to me.

Worked and still works like a charme with Nexus One on Stock Android 2.3.

Google, please help us!

Maybe this should be merged into issue 36949180...

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