Bluetooth, Turn Bluetooth On or Off, Allowed Device List

Allowed Device List

Control whether devices connect to your Sprint hotspot with the Allowed device list. After you add devices to the list, they can scan for your device and connect using your device’s Sprint hotspot name and password.

Caution: Using your device as a mobile hotspot consumes battery power and uses data service. While Sprint hotspot is active, your device’s applications will use the mobile hotspot data service. Roaming while using your device as a mobile hotspot will incur extra data charges.

1.From home, tap Apps > Settings > Connections > Sprint hotspot.

2.Tap On/Off to turn Sprint hotspot on.

3.Tap Allowed devices (at the top of the screen), and then tap Add to enter the other device’s Device name and MAC address.

4.Tap OK to add the device.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless devices. The Bluetooth communication range is usually approximately 30 feet.

Note: For information about configuring Bluetooth settings, see Bluetooth Settings.

Turn Bluetooth On or Off

The following procedures will guide you through turning on and turning off Bluetooth.

1.From home, tap Apps > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth.

2.Tap On/Off to turn Bluetooth on or off.

Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on or off from the notification panel. Drag the notification panel down and tap the Bluetooth Quick settings button.

Note: Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power, or in places where using a wireless device is prohibited, such as aboard an aircraft and in hospitals.