Mid 2010 Macbook Pro does not see other devices in airdrop

Hi,
     I am able to turn on airdrop. There are no restrictions preventing me seeing other devices or them seeing me. I am unable to connect with my iPhone 5 or IPad air 2 in airdrop. Any suggestions to resolve this issue?
Thanks,
Andy

There are none. A pre-2012 Mac will not see iOS devices in AirDrop.
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