Cannot enable Bluetooth permissions for app that requires it: Pixel 3a

n3ll

I know the device isn't supported because its inherently insecure, but I really can't afford a new (used) phone. Unfortunately apps I'm required to use for work recently stopped working.

The app requires Bluetooth permissions but it doesn't seem to promo the OS to give it permission for that. When I go to Settings>Apps>AppName>Permissions it shows NFC (also required) under Allowed, and Sensors (not required by the app to function) under Not Allowed.

When I click the three dots all I get is Show All Permissions. This just shows all possible permissions. When I select Bluetooth (or any permission) it brings up a modal that describes what the permission does with an Okay button. Clicking the button closes the modal.

Is there any way to manually add Bluetooth permissions for the app?

Any help is greatly appreciated.

other8026

n3ll Can you grant the "nearby devices" permission?

n3ll

other8026 I can enable that

ev6x

Depending on the app and device (like for example connecting some bluetooth headphones with its app) you might also need to activate and allow Location.

n3ll

ev6x That makes sense. I'm having this issue with two apps, one is for headphones, another is for controlled access entryways. I'll try the location for the headphones. For the controlled access I have location on and it still wont allow me to grant the app bluetooth permission

ev6x

Might be your phone is getting to old and apps are raising their minimum OS requirements above what you're running. Do you remember if they updated just before the problems started? And what's the function of the access app?