Bluetooth News

There's good news for all of us bluetooth-dependent people! Our printers can now print without the hassle of cords or wires. It can print pictures directly from your mobile phone, so it's more convenient and fun. Wireless companies have made this feature available to us because they understand the upsurging necessity of the digital market. In fact, bluetooth connectivity is prevalent. And by the year 2008, the market expects that above 65% of mobile phones across the globe will have this wireless connectivity.

If there is one company that rocks the digital market, that would be TAK Imaging. It is among the leading providers of image processors. It also provides consumer imaging solutions and picture printing solutions. Among its products are imaging technologies, semiconductors, and software for those OEMs providing printers. It best known for its products that ensure flexibility, affordable price, and cost efficiency. TAK Imaging is a San Mateo, California-based company but it has branches in Japan, Alabama, Mobile, and France.

We techie people need to ride with technology's fast pace because if we don't we won't be able to catch up with life's greatest gifts--technological gadgets. We are also busy people and I know you hate wires (like I do), so it's better to get rid of them. Live a wireless life to ensure convenience in everything that you do. There's really nothing wrong with new stuff like bluetooth-ran printers. Aren't you happy you can now print more than a thousand photos?

ABC News reported that Apple has released its latest mouse model, which is powered by bluetooth, that is more convenient to any computer user. Among the various digital gadgets that Apple has created, this mouse is considered as one of their excellent technological masterpieces. Yup, your ears are right. A masterpiece of Apple Inc. And like Eve, this Apple mouse will tempt all PC buyers who want to put some elegance on their computer table.

You can use this wireless computer mouse as single-button or a multi-button mouse. If you are a left-handed person, it's not a problem anymore because technology is running as fast as it can to solve simple human predicaments like yours. It is also a scroll mouse that allows you to enjoy scrolling its scroll balls. You can use this bluetooth mouse even if you are in the bath room. This mouse functions up to 30 feet away.

Apple wireless mouse benefits those who are too lazy (like me) to go near their computer. It actually allows you to work while you are cooking or you are vegging in your bed. Its elegance and style surely reaches the peak of the bluetooth technology in relation to computer mouse, but this technology will never stop from growing. That is why I collect old ones with the hope that someday I could invent a grand computer mouse evolution gallery.

Unlike Wireless Fidelity (wifi), Blue Tooth technology makes use of radio waves in order to provide a wireless conection among devices within a short distance from each other. At least, these devices should be 10 up to 100 meters away from each other in order to be able to connect. It must be noted that the Blue Tooth is already preinstalled in several devices pertaining to: Microsoft, IBM, Apple, Nokia, and Intel. You can set up your own network at home by simply using a Blue Tooth adapter in your PC. The moment you have installed the software, you will be able to locate devices compatible with Blue Tooth, and start putting up your network.

At present, it seems that Blue Tooth will remain as among the most prominent products even in the future. This is due to the fact that the technology provides several advantages to work places, home offices, and for people who are seeking for more flexibility and convenience in their lives. In fact, Blue Tooth now appears in many products such as automobiles with wireless phones to sunglasses that can play Itunes. Moreover, it has been used by medical technology. Indeed, Blue Tooth is beginning to reshape communication and entertainment. It is one of the technologies steering their course into a futuristic and wireless world.

The extreme benefits of Bluetooth technology perpetuate its existence into a desirable tool for man. First of these benefits, wireless connectivity. Bluetooth technology has, once and for all, eliminated the need for devices and electronic gadgets to connect via wires decluterring desktops and workspaces and making communication more convenient. Another upside of Bluetooth is the fact that you can connect numerous devices all at the same time as opposed to a single connection using cables and wires. That means Bluetooth is cost efficient.

Speaking of cost efficient, if you think that Bluetooth technology is an expensive technology, than you're wrong. Bluetooth chips and other components are relatively very inexpensive. In addition, using Bluetooth doesn't really consume much power. These and all the other facets of Bluetooth makes it an unmistakable preference of manufacturers and companies which produce the gadgets where the chips are embedded.

According to a global study conducted by Strategy Analytics, a research group based in Boston, Massachusetts, worldwide Bluetooth sales has tripled in 2005. The study made specific mention about the growth in sales in Bluetooth headsets which reached 33 million units sold last year. The leading manufacturers for these wireless headsets include Motorola, Plantronics and Jabra.

Bluetooth, in its strict sense, is a device that aids people to communicate wirelessly with each other through Bluetooth-enabled devices such as mobile phones, PDAs and notebook laptop or computers. But while this is its very raison d'etre, Bluetooth also has its drawbacks.

A computer virus can infiltrate into your Mac OS X computers thought Bluetooth connections. This new attack is the second that Mac computers have experienced. The worm called OSX/Inqtana-A was discovered by Sophos, an internet security provider. The virus is said to spread between Mac computers via Bluetooth vulnerability. In response, the computer maker warned computer users to arm their computers with sufficient protection like firewalls, anti-virus software and anti-virus parches.

Another Bluetooth bug that's making the rounds in Bluetooth cellphones these days is the Da Vinci virus. You might have watched the movie and catched the bug, but this bug is different as it affcets cellphones and laptops. The virus is said to spread via Bluetooth technology. The result a message out of the blue pops up in your device. Unbeknownst to the ignorant user, he accepts the message not knowing that his cellphone is being attacked. the virus can damage the phone's system and destroy all store date.

The network of Bluetooth companies and providers called Bluetooth Special Interests group is planning to develop a next generation Bluetooth technology in consortium with other groups. The new Bluetooth configuration and its end products are expected to come out to the public by the year 2007.

This new innovation in Bluetooth will fuse together Bluetooth and Ultra Wideband technologies. the result, a technology that allows 480 MBPS of bandwidth wireless transfer within short distance of services like video conferencing and file transfers of huge amount of data. And all this has been possible without nasty cables or wires to clutter your home or workspaces.

Bluetooth may look complicated but it has helped us in more ways then one, expanding not only in the field of computers and communication but as well as for home and medical use. At the least, Bluetooth has proven its versatility in various applications and products such as a Bluetooth keyboards from Apple, Bluetooth digital cameras from Canon, Bluetooth mobile phones from Nokia, Bluetooth printers and scanners from Epson, among others. But that doesn't mark the end of its evolution. Technology evolves to cater to the demands of today and bring solutions to needs that might arise in the future.

A new technology involving Bluetooth is to be launched in time for the end of summer in United Kingdom. The technology, developed by Hypertag, uses Bluetooth to enable shoppers to have access to videos, music, and images via bluetooth-enabled street posters. They can access the stored information in these posters using their cellphones and other bluetooth receivers. The technology is new advertising scheme set-up by companies to reduce the cost of advertising.

Hypertag is a company based in Cambridge and was founded in August of 2001. They developed the Hypertag technology platform to enable people to have access to information in a physical object with the aid of bluetooth. The company continues to develop more innovations for the use of Hypertag. As of today, it is being used to attract visitors and market certain products.

The technology works by embedding a chip into a poster or badge. The chip contains information such as ringtones, MP3s, or dates, that when picked up by a customer, are stored in his or her cellphone, laptop, or PDA. With the fast-paced technology, this kind of development no longer surprises some people, but at least it helps us to live our lives much more conveniently.

Plantronics Incorporated launched the new Voyager 510-USB, the headset solution made for VoIP or Voice over Internet Protocol which makes use of flawless changing between mobile phone calls and PC-based softphones. One of Voyagers 510-USB's features is its plug-and-play USB Bluetooth voice adapter that allows the headset for personal computer use without having to install a Bluetooth application. The new Voyager's technology allows headseat sharing so you can take a call from either your sleek mobile phone or your personal computer.

This new advancement is called the multipoint technology. Another claim to fame of the Voyager is its noise-repelling microphone which is best used on loud WiFi hotspots. With it, you can have six hours worth of talk time (wow, that's pretty long) and 100-hour standby time.

The beauty of the Voyager headset is that it doesn't require any Bluetooth software to be installed on the PC (have I already said this?). It is also conducive for travelling folks as this headset is trouble-free to carry and it includes a USB charger made just for travelling. This is the pioneer for its kind so I'm positive people would be flocking over this new innovation pretty soon.

The popularity of Bluetooth technology has led to several security issues such as the : bluesnarfing, bluebugging, and bluejacking. Bluesnarfing allows a Bluetooth user to access other devices within range in order to get information like calendar, contacts, and others. Bluebugging is a more serious risk. Not only does it allow a user to connect with other devices, but it also enables them to give commands on PDA or a remote cell phone in order to use it for making calls or sending messages. Finally, bluejacking enables a user to get and anonymously send business cards to other people.

Securing a Bluetooth device though is not that complicated. one of the things you can do is to use a strong PIN code, most probably with 8 or more characters. Moreover, you must take note to pair your devices with PIN in private locations in order to prevent others from discovering your PIN code. Using the nondiscoverable mode of your bluetooth device will also make it more difficult for others to crack your code. Finally, you can secure your device by regularly updating it with the latest security tools.

Was the title enough to catch your attention? Yep, you saw that right, a Bluetooth-enabled picture frame! It may be a very bizarre idea to invent a thing like it, but don't you think it's kinda nice looking at your latest camera phone photos transmitted in a stylish high-tech picture frame in a split-second.

The geniuses at Parrot, (yes, Parrot, the company that created Bluetooth car kits and accessories) has device the Photo Viewer. At first it looks like a real picture frame but it's actually a high resolution 3.5 " LCD screen that can show off the stored photos in your camera phone. You can even set in slide show mode if you fancy. Choose between leather and oak designs that fits your stylish home interior.

It is packed with a 32MB storage that let's you keep more than a hundred cute photos. If your asking how it does this, than consult my articles on the basics of Bluetooth. If you're ready to shell out $280 for this photo frame, than get ready because it is set to be out in July.

Bluetooth radio technology has been around for some time but the impacts of this leading edge wireless technology still amazes most people. Because of Bluetooth we can communicate much easier, manage our files better, and have fun like no other. It's embedded in mobile phones, laptops, computers, scanners, printers, keyboards and a lot more. It is global in its application due to the frequency band which is 2.4 GHz, which is a worldwide standard. It made a lot of people wirelessly connected. Therefore, it gets rid of all the hodgepodge in gadgetry.

Mac OS x now has made it much easier for Mac users to do their computing applications. Using the 2.0 + EDR, which allows you no sweat connection with other Bluetooth-enabled devices and peripherals, like the Apple Keyboard and mouse. You can similarly synchronize the data in your PDA to your Apple laptop. This you can do from a distance of at most 30 feet.

So far, the PowerBook G4 offers this amazing wireless connectivity. But in the near future, who knows your iPod might just be the next cool Bluetooth gadget.

Ever wondered how cool it is to sport an Ethan Hunt-like shades that can double as a headset? The Motorola Razrwire is the ultimate fashion accessory for people who are always on the go. Stay connected anytime, anywhere with this Bluetooth-powered wireless headset integrated into this stylish Oakley sunglass. It allows users to connect hands-free up to thirty feet with another Bluetooth device. Isn’t that cool!

Keep your eyes protected from harmful Ultraviolet radiation through the Plutonite lens material of your Oakley shades. Weighing a mere 0.5 ounce, this Bluetooth headset is made of lightweight O-luminum which gives you superior durability, comfort and flexibility all in one.

This wireless headset allows you to answer, toggle, hold and end calls using a multi-functional call button without reaching for your mobile phone. You can talk for six hours straight using a built-in tuned microphone and a standby time of 100 hours prior to charging. It might not
be the exact, Bluetooth eyewear we've seen in Mission Impossible, but it's the closest thing that we can get our hands on. Now, you’ll never have to take those sunglasses off.

Based on the latest news, Bluetooth technology will undergo more significant developments in the coming years. The industry behind the technology told reporters that the improvements would focus on increasing the transmission speed of Bluetooth. This planned development will then broaden the scope of Bluetooth's function thus allowing it for high-definition videos including audio files for digital music players such as iPod.

At present, Bluetooth technology functions at a low-speed. Moreover, it makes use of gadgets like wireless keyboards and headsets. UWN that is yet to be incorporated in the consumer products allows a wireless transmission with a speed equivalent to that of FireWire cables and USB.

According to the developers of Bluetooth, the first devices with high-speed performance are due to be launched next year. However, the new set of Bluetooth products will be widely available in 2008. It must be noted that the UWB was developed by another group namely the WiMedia Alliance that is composed of Microsoft Corp., Hewlett-Packard, and Intel Corp.

Imagine us living in a world without any access to current technologies such as the computer, mobile phones, Internet, and even Bluetooth. So many lives have been changed due to these developments. The future will be bleak if we do not enhance the technologies that we use today. Many inventors and innovators work their way out everyday to come up with new devices, systems, and processes in order to bring forth ease and convenience to every home, business, or industry.

The Bluetooth technology is one of the most amazing creations of the human mind. With Bluetooth, we are able to communicate using short-range radio technology between two Bluetooth compatible devices. The thing is Bluetooth does not only make communication easier. This time around, Bluetooth has proven its worthiness in the concept of a medicine cabinet.

A group of researchers in the University of Vienna came out with a medicine cabinet which makes use of Bluetooth technology to monitor the medication of certain patients. The aim of the invention is to assure that the prescribed medicines are in the cabinet. This is particularly helpful to blind patients and those with chronic illness to help them monitor their medication. It also helps to check the expiration date of the medicines. Using a Bluetooth-enabled tag attached to the medicine box, it allows patients to check their medication in their mobile phones or a computer that has a voice output which will be of big help to visually impaired individuals.

Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) demonstrated the use of some applications with the use of Bluetooth technology. The demonstration showed video streaming of high definition of videos. The said demonstration was done last March 28, 2006.

The said Bluetooth event shows just how much Bluetooth technology can improve. This definitely goes without saying that Bluetooth can do a lot for the advancement of our civilization. The demonstration of the Bluetooth event made use of a cellular phone and 3 laptops. Video files or data were transferred through the mentioned gadgets. The said transfer or streaming of video files was done over the Ultra-wideband system of radios. Needless, to say the demonstration was a success. It is not just video files that the said Bluetooth demonstration was able to transfer. An image from a certain mobile cellular phone was also be pushed while the video files were being transferred by the presenters.

Thus, one can just imagine the lightness of which our workload will get if everyone employed of Bluetooth at home, in school, or in the office. I am a great fan of Bluetooth-enabled products. I must say that these products are doing really well despite the raised eyebrows that welcomed them during their debut in the world.

Bluetooth is one of the amazing inventions of this century. It is a short-range radio technology which allows data swapping between two devices and is commonly used in the area of communication. However, today Bluetooth technology is no longer confined to computer and mobile phones because it can also be used in the area of medicine.

A device using the Bluetooth technology was developed by a team of scientists hoping to come up with a brain scanner to determine if a patient has had stroke. Although the device it is still under close study, it could be very useful to us if ever it materializes because usually patients who went through a stroke have to wait for treatment until they have been scanned in a hospital. But using the device, stroke patients can easily get treatment.

This is how the device works. Using Bluetooth, the scanner will send images to a computer onboard the ambulance. If the patient had stroke the paramedics can give him treatment before he even arrives at the hospital or they can send the information to the doctors at the hospital so they can identify what treatment to give the patient. Thus, bluetooth can now be used in the area of medicine.

Lego is known for producing toys which encourage the children to build their very own creations using the Lego blocks. Recently, there are reports that Lego will release the "smartest" Lego robot that ever walked this planet. Furthermore, the said robot is targeted for children aged 10 years and above.

The said robot is called the Lego Mindstorms NXT. This robot will feature a 32-bit type of processor. The said processor will be responsible for the various instructions and behavior of the Lego masterpiece. Also, Mindstorms NXT will definitely support USB and Bluetooth functions. Thus, the Mindstorms NXT may be programmed using Mac or a personal computer. Furthermore, the robot can receive different commands even if the user utilizes a cellular phone. Other features of the robot include ultrasonic sensors which makes the robot react to movement. Next, the robot is also capable of reacting to tones, patterns, and sound commands.

Despite the sophisticated features of the LegoMindstorms NXT, children will definitely find it easy to build the said robot. The Lego Mindstorm NXT comes with a software which offers guides on how to properly build the greatest Lego robot. Mindstorms NXT will be hitting the market on April 1, 2006.

On April 5-7, 2006, CTIA Wirelesss will hold an international convention on Wireless technology dubbed as "The Most Important Technology Event of the Year". This event will span all industries in the wireless communication field. For three days, everyone who participates is expected to gain a better understanding, full networking relationships and intense learning in the Bluetooth and wireless industry.

You can get the facts and figures from http://www.ctiawireless.com/. You can acquire attendee and exhibitor information from the same site as well as application for speakers and those who would like to give a share of their industrial developments. The areas of automotive, health care, mobile computing, transportation, wireless portals and other professional categories are all welcome to attend.

Early reservations in the event would provide further opportunities for those who would like to exhibit as well as exchange ideas and resources. Bluetooth technology has become a major extension of the wireless industry, and although this event is hardly comparable to a MSCE boot camp, it's still a major event that professionals should not take for granted. Wireless, as we all know, is a great technological breakthrough that we all ought to develop it further.

Sony Ericsson announced the release of three new Bluetooth headsets late last month – the HBH-IV835, HBH-GV435 and HBH-PV705. These three new headsets all deliver great sound quality performance and have been developed in co-ordination of Ericsson mobile phones. These headsets are also compatible with Bluetooth equipped handsets, computers and personal digital assistants manufactured by other companies. Ulf Persson, Corporate Vice President Accessories, Sony Ericsson, was confident that the development of these headsets will inspire people to opt for wireless headsets through Sony Ericsson’s perfect match of design and functionality. He added that these new gadgets will enable people to use headsets all day long because of the comfort and sound quality it provides.

All three headsets are compact and have different features that set them apart from each other. The HBH-IV835 is a sleek and stylish headset that provides clear digital sound that is noticeable by yourself and the one you are talking to. The HBH-GV435 makes sound crisper and clearer and has an automatic volume adjustment system that changes the volume depending on your surroundings. Finally, the HBH-PV705 is compact, light-weight and rests on your ear. The ear piece of this model doesn’t cover your ear canal so you can talk to people around you without taking the piece off.

Bluetooth is predicted to make WiFi obsolete. With the current situation right now, this is not much expected since most gadgets and peripherals right now are incorporated with both Bluetooth and WiFi.

WiFi is mostly used to connect to the Internet while Bluetooth is mostly used to connect headsets to their cellphones or PDAs to other gadgets. WiFi is cheaper in terms of chip manufacturing.

Bluetooth is expected to become faster, more secure, have bigger data rate and gain wider range of connectivity.