I'm quite a few years back now, I still run my programming learning in a Raspberry Pi 2 Model B. This being the version without built-in WiFi nor Bluetooth. I scoured the site for a compatible Bluetooth dongle and noticed very few offer support for Linux, let alone mentioning anything about Raspberry Pi.
I am relieved to say this works for Linux, including the Raspberry Pi without any hassle. I'm still an amateur when it comes to programming and Linux. I hopefully plugged this in, a super small form factor USB with strong plastic and metal build. The dongle worked instantly!! As shown, the Bluetooth can be turned on, and quickly presents an array of devices to connect to. There is an option of discoverability which I did not need. I was still sceptical as to whether this would connect to my Bluetooth keyboard. It sure did! Once I got my keyboard to show and connect as a keyboard device, I went typing happily away. So far I have not faced any connectivity issues and the connected devices stay saved for the next session for easy reconnecting.
In all, a Bluetooth dongle- amongst a mammoth market of dongles, that works as precisely promised and fairly priced. The dongle is plug and play for Linux and stays connected without issue.
| Brand | SABRENT |
|---|---|
| Product Dimensions | 2.03 x 0.76 x 1.27 cm; 31.18 g |
| Item model number | BT-UB40 |
| Manufacturer | SABRENT |
| Series | BT-UB40 |
| Colour | Black |
| Power Source | USB |
| Supported Software | Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Item Weight | 31.1 g |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
