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Bluetooth fights back!

So you may have seen my previous post about Wi-Fi Direct. But when has a big company ever just given in to their competition at the first hurdle?

Look out for Bluetooth 4.0, already being rolled out in the latest technology devices. Compared to previous versions, it's faster, more efficient and works over longer distances.

Now you may not hear it advertised as Bluetooth 4.0 -- but to differentiate from devices that already contain the Bluetooth we have grown to know and love, the latest upgrade can be differentiated by the phrase Bluetooth Smart and Bluetooth Smart Ready.

There is a drawback however. You only get to take advantage of Bluetooth 4.0 low-energy technology with another Bluetooth Smart device, but not if you are trying to talk to an older Bluetooth device that lacks the low energy feature.

But with a greater market share compared to Wi-Fi Direct and with more Bluetooth compatible devices available, it still remains to be seen who will win this race for supremacy.

Will Bluetooth take the reins with Bluetooth Smart being continually introduced in the latest technology in up and coming years, or will Wi-Fi direct increase its product availability enough to widen its audience and bring awareness to their technology? The battle continues -- watch this space.

This Episode explains what Bluetooth is, how to connect two devices, as well as how to transfer files between devices.

Enjoy!


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