New Phone Bluetooth problems

[sickle10]

I have a 2006 Prius with the package #6 (no GPS). I never had issues with sound quality using different Motorola phones including a RAZR. I just switched to a LG Dare and now have sound issues. I have no trouble pairing or calling but the sound on the other end is horrible. Words drop and are cut off with a by a hissing sound. The Dare works fine with the Motorola M700 earpiece I have but not the car.

Anyone else having issues? I think the new phone uses Bluetooth 2.1 vs 1.2 (I think) in the car. Is there a way to upgrade the car software or is it a hardware issue?

[prius12306]

Originally Posted by sickle10

I have a 2006 Prius with the package #6 (no GPS). I never had issues with sound quality using different Motorola phones including a RAZR. I just switched to a LG Dare and now have sound issues. I have no trouble pairing or calling but the sound on the other end is horrible. Words drop and are cut off with a by a hissing sound. The Dare works fine with the Motorola M700 earpiece I have but not the car.

Anyone else having issues? I think the new phone uses Bluetooth 2.1 vs 1.2 (I think) in the car. Is there a way to upgrade the car software or is it a hardware issue?

I just ordered an upgrade here - same thing - currently razr, switching to dare. Don't have the phone yet, but will let you know. I can tell you this - if I am not happy with bluetooth in the car - back the phone goes! I have 30 days and I intend to use the test period wisely. I use the phone in the car a lot so this is very important to me. I have a 2008 Prius so I may have different SW in the car. Here's hoping mine works - and that you can get a fix for yours. I'll let you know.