On a terminal type:
sudo apt-get install gnome-bluetooth bluez-gnome python-bluez python-libbtctl bluez-utils bluez-gnome
Now "Bluetooth File sharing" will appear under Applications->Accesories, once activated a new icon will appear near the clock to identify it.
To execute it automatically at startup, go to System->Preferences->Session-> Startup Programs, click on new and type gnome-obex-server.
Restart your computer. (Maybe doing something else this won't be needed)
You will also have under System->Preferences->Bluetooth preferences some extra configuration to play with to make you cellphone, etc work.
To search for bluetooth devices:
Make the device discoverable (look for a "Connect" button on many keyboards and mice or look in the device's manual) and then search for the device with this command:
sudo hidd --search
If that command doesn't work, try this one:
hcitool scan
Hint: If no devices are being shown and you are using Edgy Eft (6.10), you may try
sudo hciconfig hci0 inqmode 0
See bug [
https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source...th/+bug/70718] #70718. If this helps, you may add the hciconfig command (without "sudo") to your /etc/rc.local file for a permanent workaround.
To change the location that files are saved to when using bluetooth transfers
gconf-editor
Then navigate to
/apps/gnome-obex-server
where you can specify the save directory and also turn off that annoying dialogue box!
