Xcode iOS simulator Settings> Bluetooth just rotates and doesn't turn on

Question

I am trying to use the Apple BTLE Core Bluetooth app. But when I run the iOS simulator, it does not work, because the settings of Simulator> Bluetooth are disabled.

But when I click "Settings"> "Bluetooth" to turn it on, it opens the right Bluetooth panel and shows only the busy rotator and never turns on.

The same problem simulating an iPhone or iPad.

POSSIBLE SOLUTION ALREADY: I just found this Apple Tech note, http://developer.apple.com/library/ios/#technotes/tn2295/_index.html

If a solution, then I will add the answer to this question so that others can take advantage.

Answer 1

This technical note from Apple describes the complete procedure for obtaining an ios simulator for working with Bluetooth.

http://developer.apple.com/library/ios/#technotes/tn2295/_index.html

I bought a Bluetooth LE USB USB dongle at Best Buy. Be sure to ask for one with Bluetooth 4.0, because they still sell 2.0 (cheaply).

Answer 2

This is no longer supported, unfortunately. (Starting with Xcode 5.0, iOS7) The technical note has been removed, and this third-party article describes some changes, including the loss of BTLE support in the simulator: http://www.doubleencore.com/2013/09/whats-new-in-bluetooth -le-ios-7 /