September 16th, 2008 at 7:00am,
General,
It seems this has been a busy week for Bluetooth news.
Recently, Bluetooth is becoming more popular than ever through the creative uses of new devices around the world.
For instance, Inamo, a restaurant in Soho, central London, has incorporated Bluetooth into their menus. The tables turns into giant computer screens where the customers can order anything from the menu, pay their bill when done, summon a cab, play games with one table or the entire restaurant, and even change the look of the table.
August 12th, 2008 at 10:00am,
Bluetooth Headsets,
Here is a list of the best Bluetooth Headsets on the market today.
If you've been looking for a Bluetooth headset, your head is probably spinning from everything out there.
Luckily, RegisterHardware.co.uk provides an article about the Ten Best Bluetooth Headsets.
August 11th, 2008 at 7:00pm,
Bluetooth Headsets,
Find out how to select the perfect Bluetooth Headset for your needs.
Everyone is looking for the perfect Bluetooth headset, but some don't even know where to start when it comes to features with a Bluetooth headset.
CNet has a great Bluetooth Headset Quick Guide for those who need direction on how to pick the right one.
August 6th, 2008 at 10:00am,
General,
Bluetooth reviews across the web for August 6, 2008
Bluetooth Headsets
- Jaybird JB-200 Review - IGN Gear.com
- Metal Gear Solid 4 Headset review - Gizmodo
- Sony DR-BT140QP A2DP Bluetooth earphones - T3 Gadget Site
Bluetooth Accessories/Miscellaneous
August 4th, 2008 at 5:00am,
Bluetooth Headsets,
Do you need another reason to start using a Bluetooth headset?
California may be on to something.
Since the California law went into effect in June requiring drivers to use Bluetooth headsets, police have been handing out tickets because they are trying to save your life.
July 31st, 2008 at 6:00am,
Bluetooth Headsets,
Looking for a discreet Bluetooth headset?
If you want to look like an secret agent with the latest tech gadgets, the NY TImes has an article comparing three small Bluetooth headsets currently on the market. These Bluetooth headsets are meant to be concealed so everyone thinks you are talking to yourself.
The Bluetooth headsets are the SM100 (SoundId.com) for $86, the Dragon V2 (CallPod) for $100, and the Scala Rider (Cardo Systems) for $129.
July 24th, 2008 at 5:00am,
General,
Bluetooth printer from Polaroid, New media device from Cowon uses Bluetooth, and Cellenden Bluetooth Headset Review
Polaroid released a new Bluetooth printer called the Polaroid PoGo Portable Photo Printer. Retail price for PoGo is $150 and allows any device to connect to the printer through Bluetooth, transfer the pictures to the printer, and immediately print the photos. More details at the Washington Post.
Cowon has released a new Personal Media Player (PMP) called the P5 PMP. The media player has 40GB, 60GB, or 80GB hard drives for storage and runs on the Windows CE Operating System. The 40GB is $434US, 60GB is $592US, and the 80GB is $692US. More details at SlashGear.
July 21st, 2008 at 5:00am,
General,
With everyone using Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and RFID wireless technology, be aware that hackers know it exists as well.
Hackers have been around for a long time, snatching data from PC's and laptops in the wired world. Now, since we have data flowing around our heads in the air with Bluetooth and Wi-fi technology everywhere, hackers are armed with more tools to capture personal data from our phones using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi technologies.
At The Times of India, Sujata Dutta Sachdeva reports on how hackers snoop on mobile phones and warns that there are already 200 viruses that exist in the world with more created every day. They recommend the best route is the apply your security features on your mobile device, such as "antivirus, firewall, anti-SMS spam, and data encryption technologies and install regular security updates to protect phones from viruses and other malware."
July 17th, 2008 at 6:00am,
General,
Here''s the latest on Bluetooth in the news this week.
- Toyota is now offering a Bluetooth® hands-free systems on 15 of their models. These models include:
- Toyota RAV4
- Corolla
- Matrix models with a JBL audio unit
- 4Runner
- Highlander
- Highlander Hybrid
- Land Cruiser
- Sequoia
- Sienna
- Tundra
- Avalon
- Camry
- Camry Hybrid
- Prius
- Solara
- For those mobile warriors, PlanOn has released a pocket-size printer that packs a Bluetooth punch called the PRINTSTIK.
- Even Disneyland Paris is getting into Bluetooth technology. Disneyland Paris announced they will have four Bluetooth terminals around the park and guests who activate Bluetooth on their cell phones will be made aware of how long wait times are for popular attractions and starting times for park shows.
- HP has released two on-the-go printers: A630 Compact Photo Printer and the A530 Compact Photo Printer. Both are meant for mobility and have the ability to receive and print photos through Bluetooth® wireless technology.
July 11th, 2008 at 6:00am,
Bluetooth Accessories/Miscellaneous,
Mikhail Stawsky has designed a Bluetooth Umbrella. Yeah, I know.
Ever had a time where it was raining and you needed an extra hand to hold your umbrella and your phone?
July 10th, 2008 at 1:00pm,
General,
A research company expects over 2.4 billion devices will ship by 2013 and another report indicates that consumers are clamoring for Bluetooth on their devices.
With the amount of Bluetooth devices in the world, it shouldn't surprise anyone that Bluetooth will take a part in the development of future devices.
Devices nowadays are coming standard with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, but the big key factors in the industry come from the Bluetooth headsets.