Bluetooth for Unity iPhone is here!

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We’ve released a plugin for Unity iPhone that enables bluetooth connections. It’s called Bluetooth Manager, and it works with Unity iPhone Basic and Advanced. It allows you to connect 2 devices together, then you can communicate by calling functions back and forth. It also Includes a couple of sample projects. And it’s available for $15.00. Here’s the purchase link:

http://www.webgames3d.com/Products.html

All it takes is 1 line of code to show the bluetooth dialog:

BluetoothManager.ShowPicker ();

Once the connection is estableshed, this is how you send data back and forth:

BluetoothManager.SendMessage ("GameObjectName", "FunctionToCall", "paramater",  true);

To forcefully close the connection, call this function.

BluetoothManager.CloseSession ();

As you probably know, Unity has already announced this feature is coming in Unity 3.0. But if you want Bluetooth right now, Bluetooth Manager is available.

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I’m guessing no, but is it fast enough for realtime multiplayer using iPhone Basic?
And what about Advanced?

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It’s definitely fast enough for realtime multiplayer using basic.

It runs well under advanced too.

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do you have a video of it running, I am very keen to use this for a car game but want to make sure its up for the job…

Can I get a test version perhaps… and if it works for me then I pay you?

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For 15 bucks how can I not try it?!? I just sent off the PayPal payment - I’ll let you know how it works.

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fair enuff :smile: Ill probably have bought it too before your review… Im impulsive like that, but too oft to my detriment :smile:

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Just built and ran the turn-based tic-tac-toe test project and it works without a hitch. Really nicely done. If you are planning to do any Bluetooth networking this is a great way to hit the ground running. $15 well spent!

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realtime?

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@blastone: We just uploaded a video. Check it out on the purchase page.

@ezone: Thanks for the quick review.

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for 15 bucks I can give it a go as well :smile:

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Just wondering if anyone’s picked this up and has impressions to share?

This thread has a lot views, anybody want to do a micro-review please?

Thanks.

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Have you read ezone’s review yet?

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Bought Bluetooth manager yesterday (thanks). For the price, how could I not? It looks good and plugs a gap in my project in a slick manner.

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Ordered it first thing this morning on the EST.
Still waiting :frowning:

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We state on our website that it may take up to 24 hours to receive Bluetooth Manager.

@DaveG: We did send you yours about an hour ago, did you get it?

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No I did not receive it- I also PMd

EDIT: Received!!! Thanks!!!

Looking forward to integrating it into our DrNanoX game

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Hi,

Is it possible to use the Unity Network class over this bluetooth connection? Or do I have to use the sendMessage method?

Thanks

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I ordered it. Please send me the plugin :wink:

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I just bought this too and am super excited! :slight_smile:

I included my e-mail in the paypal payment!

Thanks again, I’ll post my thoughts when I get it.

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The current version of Bluetooth Manager is designed for Unity iPhone 1.7. There is a version available for Unity 3.0 and you can get it by mailing the following address:

donate@webgames3d.com

Be sure to mail your request with the e-mail address you used for your donation.