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Looking for more information about Bluetooth wireless technology? We offer a wealth of resources for any curious party. General points about the technology and the organization included here – for more in depth information or to request an interview, please go to Press Contacts.
What is Bluetooth Wireless Technology?
The global short-range wireless standard for personal connectivity of a broad
range of electronic devices – from mobile phones and headsets to cars, MP3 players, cameras and printers.
Inherent Strengths:
- Small form factor radio
- Low power
- Low cost
- Built-in security
- Full featured via Bluetooth profiles
- Ease-of-use
- Ad hoc networking capabilities
- Does not require line-of-sight
- Backwards compatible
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Who is the Bluetooth Special Interest Group?
The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) is a trade association comprised of leaders in the wireless, telecommunications, computing, automotive, industrial automation and network industries, all working together to drive the development of Bluetooth wireless technology. The Bluetooth SIG is a privately held association and is not publicly traded.
Members
- Promoters: Ericsson, Intel, Lenovo, Microsoft, Motorola, Nokia, Toshiba
- Over 12,000 Associate and Adopter member companies
Executive Director
Michael Foley, Ph. D., Bluetooth SIG
Founded
September 1998
Headquarters
500 108th Avenue NE, Suite 250
Bellevue, WA 98004
USA
- Bluetooth low energy wireless technology – Primed for adoption at the end of 2009, Bluetooth low energy wireless technology will provide an ultra low power version of the specification for small devices that run on cell batteries, opening up a number of new applications for Bluetooth technology such as devices for the health, sports and fitness industries.
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