# QuickBlue

> BLE 4.0 communication tool for developers with logging and action replay. (iPhone/iPad app by 冠源 余.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quickblue/id1100085971 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [冠源 余](https://appshunter.io/developer/1100084170)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.1 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-04-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quickblue/id1100085971/reviews.md

## What is QuickBlue?

QuickBlue is an app for developer to communicate with BLE 4.0 (Bluetooth Low Energy) peripherals.

QuickBlue includes the following features:

* Characteristic Read/Write/Notify
* Periodically write message. With QuickBlue, you can trigger to a timer to write data to peripheral in a user specific interval.
* BLE log and send by email. QuickBlue also include search function, and you can also send the log via iOS email account.
* Save the read/write/notify messages to file. Message file could also be sent via email.
* Action recording and replay. This is most powerful function in QuickBlue. Just like the tape recorder, you can record down all the actions(read/write/wait) you have done. You can replay any of them as you like. You can also customise the steps by reordering them or delete one of it as your requirement. It is very flexible and powerful. This is very handy when you need to accomplished the repeated tasks when testing with your BLE peripherals. It will greatly improve your developing and testing efficiency.
* Write message history and replay. Every write request to the peripheral will be record down, and you can browse the history, and reuse the history data as you like.
* HEX/ASCII mode. You can set the write mode according to your requirement. Both HEX mode and ASCII mode is supported by QuickBlue.

PLEASE NOTE: To use QuickBlue, your device should be iPhone4s, iPhone5, iPhone 6/6s/6s Plus, iPad 3/4/Pro/mini/min2 and later model which build in Bluetooth 4.0 module.

For any question or suggestion, please feel free to email us:
support@robotbros.cn

Enjoy and have fun. :)

License:
icons used in this app are from icon8: https://icons8.com

## Key features

- Characteristic Read/Write/Notify
- Periodic message writing
- BLE log and email export
- Save messages to file
- Action recording and replay
- Write message history and replay
- HEX/ASCII mode support


## Frequently asked questions about QuickBlue

### What devices are compatible with QuickBlue?

QuickBlue requires an iPhone 4s or later, iPad 3/4/Pro/mini/mini 2 or later, or iPod with a built-in Bluetooth 4.0 module. This ensures compatibility with BLE 4.0 peripherals.

### Does QuickBlue have ads?

No, QuickBlue does not contain advertisements. It is a free application designed for utility purposes without intrusive ads.

### How often is QuickBlue updated?

The latest version, 2.0.0, was released on January 19, 2017. While updates may not be frequent, the app provides a stable set of features for BLE communication.

### What is the action recording and replay feature in QuickBlue?

This powerful feature acts like a tape recorder, allowing you to log all actions performed with a BLE peripheral, including reads, writes, and waits. You can then replay these recorded sequences, reorder steps, or delete them, greatly improving development and testing efficiency for repetitive tasks.

### Can I save and send BLE logs with QuickBlue?

Yes, QuickBlue includes a BLE log feature that can be searched and then sent via your iOS email account. You can also save read, write, and notify messages to a file, which can also be emailed.

### What is the user sentiment for QuickBlue?

Based on the available data, QuickBlue has a very positive user sentiment, with a rating of 5.0 stars from 2 ratings. This indicates users are highly satisfied with its functionality.

### What communication modes does QuickBlue support for writing messages?

QuickBlue supports both HEX and ASCII modes for writing messages to peripherals. You can set the write mode according to your specific requirements for data transmission.

### Is QuickBlue suitable for beginners in BLE development?

QuickBlue is designed for developers, offering advanced features like action recording and replay. While it can be beneficial for beginners to learn by observing and replaying actions, its primary audience is those with existing BLE development experience.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.0.0 — 2017-01-19

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

QuickBlue 2.0 is now released. QB2 includes the following new features:

1. Characteristic Read/Write history is saved automatically, so you will not missing the data when you switch to another characteristic.
2. Continuous scanning for peripherals nearby.
3. Continuous reading the connected peripheral RSSI.
4. Add well-known service and characteristic description.
5. You can view the advertisement data now.
6. New string/hex convert tool.
7. Integrate Bluetooth.com GATT XML service for reference.
8. Fix app crashed.

### 1.1.1 — 2016-06-28

1. Fix app crash issue when viewing the detail of record actions.
2. Add a new function for the user to customise Record actions (action editing is available now).

### 1.1.0 — 2016-05-12

New features:

1. Support sending data more than BLE MTU (20 bytes) by chunks.
2. Support switching on/off advanced response format (Not showing the timestamp and read write type)
3. Improve UI
4. Fix 'RATE For me' not jumping to the right link issue

### 1.0.0 — 2016-04-12

No release notes.

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