Unable to recieve files via bluetooth

I'm trying to transfer a file from my droid to my Mac Mini via Bluetooth. I've enabled Bluetooth sharing. Both devices do the pairing ritual and it appears the file starts to transfer. However within seconds the transfer fails with the message "connection failed." The Droid is able to share via Bluetooth to other devices so I'm thinking the problem is with my Mac Mini.

Mac mini, macOS 13.0

Posted on Mar 19, 2023 7:14 PM

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