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avikz (OP)
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June 18, 2016, 06:56:18 AM
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As the subjects says, Is there any way I can use a hardware wallet without downloading the blockchain? The size is currently 65 GB and it will take a hell lot of time if I use bitcoin core. Is there any alternative available in the market?

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June 18, 2016, 11:37:33 PM
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As the subjects says, Is there any way I can use a hardware wallet without downloading the blockchain? The size is currently 65 GB and it will take a hell lot of time if I use bitcoin core. Is there any alternative available in the market?

The hardware wallets that i know, keepkey, ledger, trezor and many other do not need to download the whole blockchain to use their wallet service. If you mean about desktop wallets then electrum is a good choice in your case.
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June 18, 2016, 11:42:31 PM
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I don't think ANY hardware wallet requires a full blockchain...
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