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hackintosh build for Handoff/ OS X Yosemite?

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From what I understand <http://tinyurl.com/qcwpjny> Handoff will require Bluetooth (BT) LMP version ox6. It seems BT for Handoff works when BT is on the motherboard/logicBoard; BT from a USB dongle will not work with Handoff (until someone develops a hack).

I am seriously contemplating building a hackintosh. What hardware should I use to be ready for Handoff, when it rolls out? Are there specific motherboards that are Handoff compatible?

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Too early to tell and I've even broken the rules by replying! :)

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Sorry I spoke too soon. I'll revisit this question after Yosemite has been released.
 
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Can we ask this question now?
 
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I am interested as well :D:D:D
 
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To make handoff or continuity work you'll need Apple's special Bluetooth/WiFi adapter which has a PCI slot. Google for it and you'll find it. It costs around 30 bucks but I'm pretty sure there's a workaround using other devices.
 
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Can you give me a link and will it work in my desktop
 
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Is it this one I need [h=1](PRE-ORDER) APPLE BROADCOM BCM94360CD - 802.11 A/B/G/N/AC + BLUETOOTH 4.0 WITH ADAPTER FOR PC/HACKINTOSH[/h]
 
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Is it this one I need (PRE-ORDER) APPLE BROADCOM BCM94360CD - 802.11 A/B/G/N/AC + BLUETOOTH 4.0 WITH ADAPTER FOR PC/HACKINTOSH

Yep, however it's really expansive. I would suggest to buy normal Apple's adapter (which is cheap around Ebay) and then convert the Mini-PCI-E to PCI-E using a converter.
 
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could you possibly give me a link I am not very good at finding this stuff!!
 
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