Bluetooth - transferring files on the W710i

Most modern phones now come with Bluetooth connectivity and the Sony Ericsson W710i is no exception. Bluetooth is a short-range, wireless data transfer service that is completely free to use.

Its most common function is connecting handsets with wireless hands-free kits, but you can also use Bluetooth to transfer files to and from your home computer and with other handsets.

Switching on Bluetooth

Enter the Bluetooth menu in the Connectivity tab of the Settings menu (see figure 1)

The top item in the list is Turn on, so press Select and the Bluetooth icon shall appear in the upper left corner of your phone screen (see figure 2)

To pair with another device intially, you’ll also need to make sure your W710i is visible. Once Bluetooth is switched on, you will be returned to the Bluetooth menu.

Scroll down once to highlight visibility and press Select. Choose Show phone and press Select. Now your Bluetooth is switched on and your phone is visible (see figure 3)

Sending and receiving files

You can send pretty much any file over Bluetooth, such as pictures, audio tracks, videos, themes, bookmarks and saved webpages.

To send files you actually need to have your phone’s Bluetooth connectivity switch on or visible. Press the centre button to enter the main menu, then highlight the My files icon on the right and press Select.

Highlight the file you want to send inside its corresponding folder, press More and then highlight send. Press Right and a menu will pop out from the right hand side.

Highlight via Bluetooth and press Select. This will begin searching for the other device and show a list of paired devices. Once it appears, press Select to begin sending.

To receive a file is even easier. Once the other device has started sending, you will receive a pop up message on the screen accompanied by an alert tone.

This will tell you that a file is being sent and will ask you whether you want to receive it. Press Yes to accept it, then choose which folder you want to save it in by highlighting it and pressing Select.