iphone 3g and the smart: no need for Bluetooth

[The Rigger]

Originally Posted by SuperGeek

The iPhone 3G (version 2) is about a year old. The 3GS (version 3) is a day old.

Ah. I lounge corrected.

[Fuse 11]

For what it's worth, you should be able do this with almost any phone that has a stereo headset jack, though you may need a (fairly inexpensive) adapter cord. The adapter cord may or may not have a microphone and answer/hang-up button.

I've done this with a Nokia E71*. The only really awkward part is that you need to hold the phone near your face to talk -- or, you could shout if that's easier.

It does allow me to listen to streaming audio (Nokia has a good Shoutcast client available for their phones), voice navigation instructions (I have my quibbles with Nokia Maps, but it's ok for what it is), and still take phone calls.

*unlocked, on AT&T Wireless. The E71x (AT&T branded and carrier-locked version) should function similarly.
-Rusty

[sspikey]

thats what i find impressive, i dont shout nothing, i just put it in the cuby next to the steering wheel and talk normally. Interestingly enough though 1/5 calls id say cant head one word i say.

[SMARTPLUG]

I just tried it last night on my year old iPhone 3g works perfect! You can hear fine and so can they. But I found out you must have the volume turned up on the phone or they can't hear you. Bob

[PerryA]

Originally Posted by sspikey

I dont know how or why BUT when i plug my 3G ipod into my smart AUX input and answer calls i hear the call on my main car speakers and when i speak people can hear me loud and clear, even autocuts the music.

Heads up to anyone looking for a bluetooth for their smart NOT NEEDED!

I noticed your location is Montreal. Could it be this is a requirement in Canada but not the US? You also did not identify which stereo you have - 9 or 10?

[sspikey]

Originally Posted by PerryA

I noticed your location is Montreal. Could it be this is a requirement in Canada but not the US? You also did not identify which stereo you have - 9 or 10?

Hi perry
its a 9 system and yes. In Montreal handsfree are now a requirement with a pretty nasty ticket.

Best trick i found for anyone interested: Turn the volume up on the phone and down on the car. if not they can hear thereselves talk too much.