got unknown Bluetooth device keeps requesting connection

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my bluetooth is off all the time

then my phone also occasionally detected some devices nearby
 
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when I turn ON my phone Bluetooth at home, can see neighbour's Bluetooth speaker , TV all that. wondering if I connect can I play some naughty sounds to their speakers?
 
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iammole said:
when I turn ON my phone Bluetooth at home, can see neighbour's Bluetooth speaker , TV all that. wondering if I connect can I play some naughty sounds to their speakers?
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likely won’t be able to connect. May need to press something physically on the device to be paired etc.
 
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Android keep getting bluetooth request
Android devices may receive Bluetooth pairing requests from unknown devices due to various reasons. Here are some possible causes and solutions:

1. Nearby Bluetooth Devices

Cause: Devices with Bluetooth enabled in close proximity to your Android device.
Solution: Turn off Bluetooth on nearby devices or move your Android device away from them.
2. Forgotten Devices

Cause: Devices previously paired with your Android device and not forgotten or unpaired.
Solution: Forget the device in your Android device’s Bluetooth settings to stop receiving pairing requests.
3. Device Name Confusion

Cause: Devices with similar names or no name assigned, causing your Android device to receive pairing requests from unknown devices.
Solution: Rename the devices to unique names or reset the device name to its default value.
4. Malicious Activity

Cause: Malicious devices or individuals attempting to pair with your Android device.
Solution: Be cautious when connecting to public Wi-Fi or Bluetooth networks. Regularly update your Android device and Bluetooth software to ensure you have the latest security patches.
5. Android Settings

Cause: Android device settings allowing Bluetooth discoverability or not blocking unknown devices.
Solution: Disable Bluetooth discoverability or block unknown devices in your Android device’s Bluetooth settings.
Additional Tips

Regularly reset your Android device’s Bluetooth settings to remove paired devices and start fresh.
Consider using a Bluetooth device manager app to monitor and control paired devices.
If you’re experiencing persistent issues, try restarting your Android device or performing a factory reset.
By understanding the causes and implementing these solutions, you should be able to reduce or eliminate the Bluetooth pairing requests on your Android device.




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tingsters said:
then turn off the bluetooth, if u need then turn on...
if not reset your bluetooth connection "go to Reset options" and "choose Reset Wi-Fi, mobile, & Bluetooth."
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The first method will not be suitable as i need to use my existing Bluetooth earphones and garmin watch. The unknown device will prompt perpetually.

Anyway i have reset the networks. It seems to work for now. Hopefully when i get home (the original source of problem) i don't kena this again.



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Ignore? I sometimes get random iPods requesting to pair with my phone lmao :spin:
 
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