Microsoft Bluetooth Notebook Mouse 5000 tested

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Hardware-Pacers published a review of the Microsoft Bluetooth Notebook Mouse 5000.

Quote from the review: "This mouse installation is as easy as the computer Bluetooth software is. This mouse uses the existing Bluetooth software on the users computer to pair, connect, and operate. Read more

Posted on Mon, 5 May 2008 06:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Motorola MotoPure H12 Bluetooth Headset Review

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BlueTomorrow published a review of the Motorola MotoPure H12 Bluetooth Headset. Yes, that's male gadget model David Beckham right there in the photo.

Quote from the review: "The Motorola MotoPure H12 Bluetooth Headset is a sleek and lightweight headset that combines modern style with simple functionality. Read more

Posted on Thu, 1 May 2008 05:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Tiny USB Bluetooth Dongle

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Gadget4All offers a tiny USB Bluetooth Dongle for $12.

The tiny USB Bluetooth Dongle measures 23x18x7mm and weighs 1g.
This Bluetooth stick include Bluetooth 2.0 compliant and works with Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP and Vista. Read more

Posted on Mon, 28 Apr 2008 19:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Cirago Micro Bluetooth USB Adapter Review

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Tweaknews published a review of the tiny Cirago Micro Bluetooth USB Adapter.

Quote from the review: "This USB Bluetooth adapter from Cirago may be one of the tiniest currently on the market, but it performed admirably and exceeded my expectations. Even with the devices in different rooms I had zero connection problems between the adapter and my cell phone. Read more

Posted on Mon, 28 Apr 2008 17:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Bluetooth Low Energy

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Today I attended an event organized by the Bluetooth SIG and Navispace in Munich. The Bluetooth Sports & Fitness Day focused on the applications of the next generation of Bluetooth now officially named Bluetooth Low Energy.

Bluetooth Low Energy has evolved from the Wibree standard from 2006. As the name implies Bluetooth LE chips need a fraction of the power today's Bluetooth chips consume. Now watches and sensors can be fitted with Bluetooth using normal button cell batteries. Read more

Posted on Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:48:33 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

ABI Research Says High Speed Bluetooth is a Winner

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ABI Research released a report that says high speed Bluetooth will be a winner with mobile users who transfer large files. High speed Bluetooth uses both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to improve over normal Bluetooth transmission rates.

"Bluetooth penetration in cellular handsets is at an all-time high," says senior analyst Douglas McEuen. "But it has a short range and fairly low data transfer capabilities. Users' growing desire to share pictures, audio, and video makes demands on Bluetooth that it was never designed to handle." So the Bluetooth Special Interest Group has announced a technology - "High Speed Bluetooth" - that hands off transmissions of large data files (such as multimedia) to the faster 802.11 radios that are increasingly found in the same Bluetooth-equipped devices. When that extra throughput is no longer needed, Bluetooth automatically takes over again, resulting in power savings. Read more

Posted on Thu, 24 Apr 2008 06:45:04 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Windows Vista Feature Pack adds Bluetooth 2.1 Support

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Microsoft releases the first so called Feature Pack for Windows Vista.

The Windows Vista Feature Pack for Wireless enhances the Vista Bluetooth support with version 2.1 support, unified pairing user interface and Windows Connect Now updates. Read more

Posted on Sat, 19 Apr 2008 09:37:16 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Aircharge Bluetooth Payment Solution Available on Sprint

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There are all sorts of businesses that go to customers homes to render services. Typically the way they get paid is by check or by writing down a credit card number for processing later. Aircharge allows people in this situation to charge the credit card at the time it is offered.

Pipeline Data announced today that its Aircharge Bluetooth software is now available on the Sprint Mobile Broadband and Nextel National Networks. The software allows for credit card transactions to be completed from a compatible mobile phone. Read more

Posted on Thu, 17 Apr 2008 10:40:17 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Sound ID Announces HD300 Bluetooth Headset

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Sound ID announced its latest Bluetooth headset today called the HD300. Sound ID put three unique features on the headset to improve call quality. The device is also very small and narrow with a glossy piano black finish for good looks.

"Comprised of hearing specialists and top acoustic scientists, Sound ID brings an in-depth knowledge of the human ear to the Bluetooth arena," said Michael Jones, President and CEO of Sound ID. "Engineered to complement the natural hearing process, the HD300 delivers great audio and a slim design for comfort and style -- ensuring its place among the slickest gadgets on the market today." Read more

Posted on Tue, 1 Apr 2008 12:57:39 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Logitech MX5500 Revolution Bluetooth Keyboard and Mouse Review

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BlueTomorrow has posted a new review of the ogitech MX5500 Revolution Bluetooth Keyboard and Mouse.

Quote from the review: "The Logitech MX5500 Revolution takes the standard functions of desktop combos and kicks them up a notch with a sleek design, LCD display and an ergonomic rechargeable mouse, all with Bluetooth technology." Read more

Posted on Wed, 12 Mar 2008 05:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Sony NW-A829 and NW-A828 Bluetooth Walkman

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Sony announces the NW-A820 Series Walkman players with integrated Bluetooth.

The Sony NW-A829 comes with 16GB flash memory and the NW-A828 features 8GB flash memory and would match the Apple iPod touch line-up if Apple had not introduced a 32GB iPod touch two weeks ago. Read more

Posted on Wed, 20 Feb 2008 07:42:48 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Plantronics Explorer 370 Rugged Bluetooth Headset

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Plantronics announced a new Bluetooth headset called the Explorer 370 that uses a rugged design for durability. The 370 is durability tested to meet military-grade specifications and is water, dust, and shock resistant.

The 370 also features windscreen technology to help keep calls clear when outdoors. "Everyday life can be rough on electronics, so Plantronics developed a headset that can be tossed around, dropped repeatedly, worn in the rain and still work properly," said Ron Vitale, category director for Mobile at Plantronics, Inc. "The Explorer 370 delivers a quality headset in a durable package that can withstand tough environments, including windy and dusty work conditions, rugged outdoor adventures or anything life throws at you." Read more

Posted on Tue, 12 Feb 2008 07:42:55 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Anycom Bluetooth Solar Powered Handsfree Car-Kit SCK-1 Review

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Futurelooks published a review of the Anycom Bluetooth Solar Powered Handsfree Car-Kit SCK-1.

Quote from the review: "The Solar Bluetooth Car Kit from Anycom is actually quite a creative product, because — as you can probably guess — it comes equipped with a solar panel, effectively branding itself as a “green” solution for anyone who wants to talk without having something attached to their ear. Read more

Posted on Tue, 12 Feb 2008 06:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Insignia Sport 2GB Video MP3 Player with Bluetooth Review

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Today we are looking at the Insignia Sport 2GB MP3 Player with Bluetooth. This inexpensive MP3 player boasts video capability and a FM tuner.

The integrated Bluetooth technology allows users to pair wirelessly to other Bluetooth devices for listening to music from the player. Read more

Posted on Thu, 7 Feb 2008 13:57:33 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Cheertek Digital Frame Design Uses Bluetooth

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CSR announced today that it and digital picture frame provider Cheertek have teamed up to produce a reference design for a Bluetooth chipset for photo frames. The chipset is called the BlueCore4-ROM, which is a complete Bluetooth system for minimum time to market for OEMs.

Frames using the Bluetooth chipset would be able to receive pictures over Bluetooth and play streamed Bluetooth audio as well. Bluetooth versions 1.2, 2.0+EDR, and 2.1+EDR are supported. The Cheertek development kit is slated for availability in February. Read more

Posted on Thu, 24 Jan 2008 08:23:32 CST | by Shane McGlaun

MacWorld 2008: Etymotic etyBLU Dual Mode Bluetooth Headset

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Etymotic Research Inc. has introduced the etyBLU Dual Mode Bluetooth Headset, with a quick-connect noise-canceling boom microphone, called BLUmaxx at the MacWorld Expo 2008.

The etyBLU is the first Bluetooth headset that features a connecting noise-canceling boom microphone. etyBLU’s internal microphone takes over when the boom mic is unplugged and offers a discreet wearing style. Read more

Posted on Mon, 14 Jan 2008 10:38:52 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

CSR to Show Bluetooth MP3 Player Reference Design at CES 2008

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There will be no shortage of MP3 players at CES 2008. The cheapest player may well be the new reference design being unveiled by CSR featuring integrated stereo Bluetooth technology. CSR says the bill of materials for the reference design is under $10.

That will open the world of wireless music up to a whole new price category. The reference design is called the BlueCore player and includes all circuit diagrams and other required materials. Read more

Posted on Wed, 2 Jan 2008 13:40:23 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Insignia NS-BTHDP Bluetooth Wireless Behind-the-Head Headphones Review

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Today we are looking at the Insignia Wireless Bluetooth Behind-the-Head headphones. These headphones can work with your Bluetooth MP3 player or music phone.

They have a built-in mic that allows you to use the headset to make calls as well. Controls on the side of the headphones allow you to control volume, track, play, and pause. Read more

Posted on Thu, 20 Dec 2007 07:25:51 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Bluetooth Sports Helmet Controls Your Tunes

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Hammacher Schlemmer is well known for selling some seriously weird and overpriced gear. One of the newest items on the list is a Bluetooth Sports Helmet.

The helmet has built in Bluetooth headphones for receiving music from your Bluetooth equipped iPod or other PMP. Read more

Posted on Fri, 14 Dec 2007 12:10:21 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Sony Ericsson patents Gesture Bluetooth File Transfer

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Sony Ericsson filed an interesting patent about transferring files between mobile phones with a gesture.

In the Sony Ericsson patent a user can simply drag an item off the side of the handset screen in the direction of the phone they want to transfer the file to. Read more

Posted on Tue, 20 Nov 2007 10:37:23 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Motorola Announces MOTOPURE H12 Bluetooth Headset

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Today Motorola announced its latest Bluetooth headset called the MOTOPURE H12. The headset is designed using proprietary technology to provide maximum audio performance in noisy environments. The H12 uses Motorola’s CrystalTalk technology.

"The MOTOPURE H12 provides an unmatched combination of superior sound quality with style and comfort to help today's sophisticated mobile consumer to hear and be heard as they move about their busy day in different noise environments," said Jason Few, Corporate Vice President and General Manager of Companion Products, Motorola, Inc. "The H12's premier audio technology, design and style make it a premium hands-free solution that helps 'silence the noise' for on-the-go consumers and marks Motorola's innovation and expertise that have driven the company's growth and global leadership in the Bluetooth accessories market." Read more

Posted on Tue, 6 Nov 2007 11:04:17 CST | by Shane McGlaun