What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth is an industrial specification for wireless personal area networks (PANs). Bluetooth provides a way to connect and exchange information between devices such as mobile phones, laptops, personal computers, printers, GPS receivers, digital cameras, and video game consoles over a secure, globally unlicensed short-range radio frequency. The Bluetooth specifications are developed and licensed by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group.

Bluetooth Specification
The Bluetooth specification was developed in 1994 by Jaap Haartsen and Sven Mattisson, who were working for Ericsson Mobile Platforms in Lund, Sweden. The specification is based on frequency-hopping spread spectrum technology.

The specifications were formalized by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG), organised by Mohd Syarifuddin. The SIG was formally announced on May 20, 1998. Today it has a membership over 7000 companies worldwide. It was established by Ericsson, Sony Ericsson, IBM, Intel, Toshiba, and Nokia, and later joined by many other companies.

Bluetooth Organization
The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) is a privately held, not-for-profit trade association. The Special Interest Group was founded in September 1998. The Bluetooth SIG itself does not make, manufacture, or sell Bluetooth enabled products. The SIG has more than 9,000 member companies that are leaders in the telecommunications, computing, automotive, music, apparel, industrial automation, and network industries. SIG members drive development of Bluetooth wireless technology, and implement and market the technology in their products. The SIG has a small group of dedicated staff in Hong Kong, Sweden, and the USA.

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Bluetooth Headset
A bluetooth headset is a discreet device that can be worn on the ear. Relying on bluetooth technology, it establishes connection to the phone, PDA, camera and more. Bluetooth headsets have redefined the idea of talking over the telephone. With the growing number of bluetooth enabled mobile phones, the demand and popularity of bluetooth headsets is increasing day by day. Bluetooth headsets give you the advantage to talk with your hands free. This means that bluetooth headset gives you the ability to do anything while talking. We give you the chance to buy bluetooth headsets at cheap prices. We have Bluetooth Headsets for mobile phones of all popular companies. These companies include Motorola, Nokia, Samsung, Sony Ericsson and many other popular mobile phone companies.

Bluetooth GPS
A Bluetooth GPS is a wire-free GPS receiver that can transmit data wirelessly to your PDA, laptop and even on some mobile phones. These units are suitable for most GPS applications such as: car navigation, marine navigation, fleet management, AVL, personal navigation, tracking system and mapping devices. Bluetooth is good for in-car use because the GPS receiver can be placed forward on the dash or directly under the windscreen for a better view of the sky. Another option is to connect an external antenna and mount this outside the vehicle with a magnet.

Bluetooth Dongle
A bluetooth dongle is a small add-on that you can plug into a USB port; which will then allow you to send and receive files via bluetooth from you PC to a bluetooth enabled device (in our case, a mobile phone). Alternatively, in more modern computers you may already have such a device installed.

Bluetooth Rearview Mirror
A bluetooth rearview mirror is a rearview mirror having bluetooth function. When a call comes in, the rearview mirror displays caller information in the middle of the mirror’s face.

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YES! Bluetooth is very much viable for the future to come. One of the prime reasons why forums are pushing the proposal for Bluetooth is that today there is the lack & the need for short-range communication over wireless medium – and mind you an efficient & stable connection that lasts. Comparing solutions available today – there is the infra red technology which does not have good bandwidth capability and also suffers from the problem of range line of sight problems.

The next available option is indoor wireless networking through radio frequency (2Ghz etc)sample solutions exist from vendors like Lucent(wavelan/orinoco)this option has a downfall of needing extensive setup (infrastructure for base stations) and is VERY expensive. The range offered is also sometimes considered as ‘extra’ inconvenient, thus not allowing one to manage & control interference from nearby base stations.

Bluetooth looks to overcome all of the above problems by providing for a cheap, efficient, fast, no-futz short-range wireless solution!

The Jabra BT150 (retailing between $25 and $30 in high street phone shops) is a good buy. It’s either the same size or smaller than the H500, cheaper, and also in black. It’s only suitable for Bluetooth version 1.1 or higher.

It’s the only one I could find, but its another for you to consider. Downside to the BT150 is 2 hours less talk time and 20 hours less stand by time than the H500. You could determine how much of your phone you use, and make a decision if the extra amount of money is worth the talk/stand by time.

The good news is that it doesn’t matter how you received the text message; as long as it is on your phone as an SMS message (text message), you can forward it to someone else. Yes, you can copy the text within a text message, provided you have a device that allows you to copy text (most phones these days allow you to do this).

Once in the body of the text message, choose the Options, which should have an option to Copy. When you are in the Note, choose Options and then choose Paste. Whenever you choose the Copy option, the text will go onto the Clipboard (just like with Windows) and this will allow you to Paste the text somewhere else. If you tell me what type of phone you have, I can give you specific instructions on how to do this.

The cars that are now coming equipped with Bluetooth allow you to have a Bluetooth connection between your wireless phone and your car (through the phone and car’s Bluetooth connection). If you have a compatible phone (and are on a compatible wireless network – that is, compatible with the car), you can use the car’s console to dial your phone, access your address book, make and receive calls, etc. You won’t need a Bluetooth headset in order to use the car’s features, but you do need a compatible phone.

I’m not sure what type of car you bought, but here is an example from Audi:

Your Audi vehicle may be equipped with a phone preparation utilizing a Bluetooth interface to enable hands-free functionality (compatible mobile phones sold separately). You will need a Bluetooth – enabled mobile phone in order to utilize this function. Not all Bluetooth – enabled mobile phone models are compatible with Audi’s phone preparation. Contact your local Audi dealer for the latest listing of compatible phones. Audi recommends the use of the Audi phone cradle (sold separately) with your mobile phone while operating this vehicle.

Here is some information on other cars that have the same type of system:

Plug a sleek new system-compatible phone into your car for instant integration with the Hands-Free Communication System or use the available Bluetooth interface to enjoy the benefits of hands-free calling while keeping your phone in your pocket, your purse, or wherever it’s convenient.

With the system engaged, you can keep both hands on the wheel while communicating, for easier, safer, more convenient driving.

With your phone docked in the Multi-Handset Interface cradle: The system will access and display your phonebook. Your phone’s battery charges automatically. Calls are clearly delivered through your audio system. The audio system automatically mutes the radio or pause’s the CD during calls. You can control calls via your multifunction steering wheel or with the optional voice control system. To make hands free communication even easier, initialize your approved phone with the Bluetooth interface; the system will automatically recognize your phone every time you enter the vehicle.
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FOR SOME TIME NOW, I have discussed with those in the industry the void of market movement in the 56K Bluetooth modem space. So for that reason, it was especially positive to see that there were beginning signs for such products at the recent Blue-tooth Congress 2002. Two were shown at the CSR and Zeevo booths. It is looking like dial-up Bluetooth access points (AP) could be under the Christmas tree this year for the North American market.

The dial-up Bluetooth ALP will address the mass consumer market that does not want to spend $45 to $55 per month on a continual basis for broadband but is willing to spend a reasonable, onetime outlay for the benefits of untethered surfing and printing from their couch without installing a WLAN home network. If advertised and marketed aggressively enough, this could help to increase consumers’ knowledge of the benefits of products that offer Bluetooth cordless functionality then translate that knowledge into revenue. If not advertised and promoted effectively, these products could be slow to take off.

A greater level of consumer awareness of what Bluetooth is and what benefits it offers is the key to unlocking the box of consumer demand. Though knowledge is increasing, the low level of familiarity of Bluetooth by the average consumer is ensuring that mobile phone operators are still not feeling the consumer demand for Bluetooth-enabled handsets. Nokia and Motorola are very common phones in the United States, but Ericsson is not. Sony Ericsson has been the most aggressive Bluetooth-enabled handset manufacturer to date, but there has not been a significant push or driver thus far in the United States.

Since operators subsidize so many phones, it is necessary for them to see some benefit to offering Bluetooth-enabled phones to their subscribers. So they need to reap a return in terms of customer loyalty (for lower churn), obtaining new subscribers, or revenue. Driver safety alone could be a significant trump card in offering subscribers additional benefits. If operators begin to bundle mobile phones and Bluetooth headsets in an aggressive manner, in conjunction with a marketing campaign targeting hands-free use in vehicles for safety, demand could increase quickly.

On the acquisition front, comments were recently flying around regarding the acquisition of Ericsson Microelectronics by Infineon Technologies. The deal is expected to close in about two months. Infineon gains the module business via Ericsson, inroads to supplying semiconductors into wireless infrastructure and a supplementary customer list. Previously, STMicroelectronics began its acquisition of the wireline and wireless groups of Alcatel Microelectronics, while American Microsystems Inc. began its acquisition of Alcatel Micro’s mixed signal group. The acquisitions of Ericsson Microelectronics and Alcatel Microelectronics do not directly affect current market shares of Bluetooth chipsets.

Recent announcements by Texas Instruments for a $4 (BOM) Bluetooth solution via a ROM-based single chip and by Infineon Technologies for sub-$3.75 pricing (both high volumes) have set a new bar. Both use leading 0.13-micron RE CMOS processes, and volume production is planned for Q12003. Philips Semiconductors announced an affiance with Ericsson Technology Licensing for audio/video solutions. For space-constrained applications, Motorola will go into production in Q4 with a stacked chipset die solution in a 7mm-by-7mm-by-1.6mm BGA package. The price will be the same for the company’s separate radio and baseband.

Coexistence solutions were demonstrated by Silicon Wave (Blue802) and Zeevo (alternate wireless media access, or AWMA). Neither is based on the not-yet-finalized adaptive frequency hopping (AFH) scheme. These mechanisms are geared especially toward the PC market since the front-end can get overloaded in co-located situations (such as a laptop), which can still present a problem with AFH. The first coexistence solutions to hit the shelves are expected in the next six to nine months.

In-Stat/MDR estimates Bluetooth chipset shipments will climb from 10.4 million units in 2001 to 48 million this year, growing to 150 million in 2003.

Joyce Putcher is director and principal analyst of InStat/MDR’s Converging Markets & Technologies Group. She can be reached at jputscher@instat.com. InStat/MDR owned by Reed Business Information, the parent company of Electronic News.

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Bluetooth Makes it Easy for All Your Devices and Accessories to Work Together

Bluetooth is one of the latest marketing buzzwords for PDAs and cellular phones, along with PCs and especially laptops. It is a wireless technology designed to let products and accessories built by different manufacturers work together, without requiring special access codes or driver installation. Theoretically, any Bluetooth accessory should work with any Bluetooth-enabled device, and multiple accessories working with the same device shouldn’t interfere with each other.

For example, if you pick up a Bluetooth headset for your current PDA, and then in a year’s time replace it with a new PDA, the headset should work with the new PDA without any difficulties. With some older PDA Bluetooth accessories and devices, this is not always the case, but generally the more recent the design of the accessory or device, the more likely it is to work with other Bluetooth products.

PDAs, Cellular Phones, and Computers

New PDAs today resemble cellular phones as much as classic PDAs like the Palm Pilot. Most of these devices are Bluetooth-enabled, and even have the capability to link with other Bluetooth-enabled PDAs and cellular phones to exchange data. For models that are not Bluetooth-enabled, there are frequently PDA Bluetooth accessories available that will add Bluetooth capabilities to the unit. Bluetooth adapters are also available for PCs and laptops, usually plugging into a USB port, allowing you to easily exchange data between your computer and your PDA.

Just about any type of data can be transferred over a Bluetooth link, from electronic business cards and pictures to word processing documents and PowerPoint presentations. For transferring data from a PDA to a computer, special software is often needed and included with the Bluetooth adapter. However, PDAs running Windows Mobile can communicate natively with computers running Windows XP Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista.

Having a Bluetooth PDA and a Bluetooth adapter for your computer can eliminate the need for a docking station or sync cable, removing one more piece of clutter from your desktop. You can even set the two devices up so they automatically synchronize their data when they’re in range of each other.

Other PDA Bluetooth Accessories

Headphones and headsets are the most common PDA Bluetooth accessories right now. Wireless headphones are great if your PDA has music stored on it, because you don’t have an unsightly wire running from your head to your pocket or purse. Headsets and earpieces allow hands-free operation of your cell phone or smart phone, which is not only convenient but is also quickly becoming a legal requirement world-wide for using your phone in your car.

Printer manufacturers are quickly adding Bluetooth capabilities to their products, turning them into convenient PDA Bluetooth accessories. Previously, to print something stored on your PDA, you had to use the docking station or sync cable to download the information to your computer, then print it from the computer. With a Bluetooth-enabled printer, you can send your data directly to the printer without the intervening steps. If your computer is also Bluetooth-enabled, it can send data to the printer as well, eliminating the need to hook up the printer to the computer or network.

There are many other PDA Bluetooth accessories available for your PDA, and with Bluetooth it doesn’t matter who manufactures either the device or the accessory. A Motorola headset will work with an iPhone, and a Palm Tungsten can print spreadsheets on a HP LaserJet. Manufacturers are constantly coming up with new PDA Bluetooth accessories to meet the demands of consumers. Bluetooth technology is making it easier for everyone to communicate.

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• Headset is the ideal accessory for any Bluetooth-enabled cell phone
• Motorola Bluetooth headset enables hands-free talking anywhere
• Headset features award-winning PowerFlip foldable microphone design with ergonomic reversible ear hook
• Compact headset design is approximately 30-percent smaller than its predecessor
• Cutting edge noise reduction and echo cancellation technologies
• 6 hours talk time
• 130 hours standby time
• Multi-function button controls 3-way calling, call start/end, hold, and mute
• Advanced volume controls
• Integrated Bluetooth Class 2 for wireless connection up to 10 meters (30 feet)
• Bluetooth 1.2 support for quicker pairing, fewer dropped calls, and reduced interference
• Compatible with Bluetooth 1.2- or 1.1-enabled cell phones, PDAs, PCs, printers and more that support headset and hands-free profiles
• Status LED light
• Free car charger included

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The ActiveBLU headset provides high quality Bluetooth wireless audio transmissions from the users Bluetooth enabled cell phone to their helmet. It easily attaches to any helmet and allows the user to quickly and safely answer or place calls without having to slow down or stop riding. The unique engineering of the microphone and ear piece delivers remarkable sound even at riding speeds of up to 40 MPH while allowing both hands to remain on the bike for maximum safety. Works great for all active sports like cycling, skiing, snowmobiling, etc. Specifications: Size: 2.5 x 0.92 x 0.75 inches Weight: 0.05 lbs. / 0.02 kg Range: 30 ft. Bluetooth: V1.2 capabilities Audio Bandwidth: 360-3600 Hz Interface: Volume up/down buttons / Multifunction button Ear Bud Volume: Adjusts to 110dBSL max. Battery Life: 5 hours Charge Time: 1.5 hours Equipment Compatibility: Nokia, Ericcson, Motorola and other bluetooth enabled phones.

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There will soon be a new cell phone law in Washington state. If a policeman sees you driving with a phone to your ear, after July 1st 2008, you could be ticketed. You will not be ticketed for the offense unless you are being pulled over for a driving infraction.

Also, with the new cell phone law in California, beginning July 1st, 2008 you can be pulled over and ticketed for driving with a cell phone to your ear. In California it is a primary offense and the officer will not need any other reason to pull you over, so beware! If you are not already using a hands free Bluetooth cell phone, there are many options available. Many cars now have Bluetooth capability. If you drive a newer car with a hands free Bluetooth system, and are not using it, now is a good time to learn. If you need instructions on pairing Bluetooth cell phones with your car, there are resources online where you can learn very quickly.

I have a very nice Bluetooth enabled headset that I use only when I am in my car. It really is much easier to concentrate on my driving when I use the headset while talking on the phone. It isn’t just about breaking or not breaking the law. It is much safer to have both hands on the wheel when you are driving. There are many online stores that sell Bluetooth enabled cell phones if you don’t already have one. You will want to check for compatibility of the cell phones with your vehicle’s Bluetooth hands free system by going to your auto manufacturer’s website.

Most Bluetooth enabled phones are very easy to use and can be set to automatically connect to your car as soon as you start the engine. If you would like a recommendation, I have always had good luck with the Motorola phones. I have had six or seven Bluetooth phones, and the Motorola phones are very easy to use. When shopping for a cell phone, I have found that you can almost always get a better deal buying online. Many online merchants provide free shipping and rebates, and even give free phones when extending your service plan. Customer service received from the more popular sites is excellent.

If you have a car with a Bluetooth hands free system, remember: Always check with your auto manufacturer for compatibility with your car’s handsfree system before you purchase any new Bluetooth enabled cell phone! They will not all work in your car. For example, if you drive a Toyota Avalon with a hands free system, go to Toyota.com and search for “Bluetooth”. You will be directed to pages that are very user friendly. You will find a list of phones that have been tested and approved by Toyota for use in your car. You will also find pairing instructions for that particular phone to be connected to your particular model car.

You can find out what the laws are in your state regarding driving and cell phone use at: ghsa.org/html/stateinfo/laws/cellphone_laws.html.

To find out more about cutting edge, Bluetooth technology, and find the best cell phones for your car, and instructions for pairing, go to http://www.BestBluetoothCell.com Ron Stephens has worked in sales and marketing for over 25 years, specializing in exceptional customer service. While he has excelled in sales as a top performer, he has always had a passion for going above and beyond to provide a long term benefit to his clients. You can view his website at http://www.BestBluetoothCell.com

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Bluetooth devices are becoming increasingly popular these days, since millions of users purchase them every year. For those not acquainted with the Bluetooth device, you might want to read the following article to make an idea of what a Bluetooth is. Headsets are extremely light and easy to carry; they attach to one ear and have an autonomy ranging from one to four hours of talking. After that, the headset needs to be recharged.

Variegated Uses for the Headsets

Since Bluetooth headsets are popular, the companies producing them are facing new commercial opportunities to advertise the different headsets that now exist in various colors, forms and styles to suit miscellaneous customer needs. Recent Bluetooth headsets are tiny, elegant and are very easy to carry around, weighing around eight grams. They are the epitome of recent technologies, incorporating portable and efficient solutions for those who need portability in their lives and businesses.

The market from where to choose Bluetooth headsets is variegated and everyone is bound to find the type that will suit him or her. Remember that these headsets have a range or one hundred meter or three hundred feet; nonetheless, they function within one meter, consider that they are headsets.

If you want to listen to some music to these headsets while on the go, there you will have to pay extra for headsets which offer stereophonic sound. These headsets obviously are hand free and therefore you can wear them even when you’re driving because you are not surpassing any existing law. And obviously, extra quality comes with extra money.

The latest Bluetooth technology needs no wires attached and therefore customers are extremely pleased by this portable option. One manufacturer with offers a lot of mobile accessories and has increased success on the market is Samsung, whose Bluetooth devices sell very well. The headsets have an elegant aspect to them and the sound you will experience is excellent. After all, Samsung is renowned for producing elegant, light and extremely convenient Bluetooth headsets.

The Bluetooth headsets are becoming extremely popular these days, thanks to their various uses. In fact, in the US, they represent the segment of the wireless market which has developed the most over recent years and the trend is starting to pick up in countries spreading all over the globe. The Bluetooth headset is thus becoming the most purchase wireless device across the entire globe.

To give you one example of an outstanding set of Bluetooth headsets, the Motorola H700 offers both incredible sound quality and a light design. This headset will without doubt be a pleasure to use by everybody. Even the detractors, who are not keen on switching to the technology, will discover with Motorola H700 that their biased preconceptions had nothing to do with reality.

Find more Bluetooth cell phone tips at http://www.guidetobluetooth.com where you will find helpful information on Bluetooth keyboards and mice.

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