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Is it possible to transmit and receive beacon signals at the same time using an android device acting as a beacon?
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All beacons, whether iBeacon, Eddystone or sensor beacons can be used with iOS and Android. The compatibility is achieved through the implementation of common Bluetooth standards on these mobile platforms.
Most Bluetooth beacons can reliably transmit up to approximately 30 meters without any physical obstructions. A typical operating range is around 2 to 5 meters, depending on the transmit power. The higher the range, the higher the battery consumption.
How Do Beacons Work? The beacon device itself is incredibly simple. Each device contains a CPU, radio, and batteries, and it works by repeatedly broadcasting out an identifier. This identifier is picked up by your device, usually a mobile, and marks out an important place in your environment.
Yes, on Android 5+ devices that support beacon transmission (see the list here), you can both send and receive beacon transmissions simultaneously. You can see a demonstration of this using the Android Locate app. Simply turn on a transmitter, then switch to locating beacons. If you do this on two Android phones at the same time, they will both see eachother's transmission.
A few things to be aware of:
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