Broadcom, a name one immediately associates with routers or networking components, is now trying to leave its mark in the automobile industry. With this new software stack for in-vehicle systems, the company hopes to become the go to guy for car makers who are planning to include Android integration into their next models. Cars that […]
What is it about Bluetooth technology that you love the most? Of course, walking around being connected to a particular device without any pesky wires getting in the way is always a more than welcome thing to own, but what are some of the more interesting Bluetooth devices that you have seen in the past? The £99.99 Bluetooth Click Clock is worth checking out, where if you were to place a pre-order today, it will arrive in a week’s time, which would leave you plenty of time to wrap it as a present for someone close to you.
The Bluetooth Click Clock will offer you both time and date at a single click of your fingers, where it will be able to wirelessly blast out your favorite tunes. Not only that, just like any decent clock that serves to tell the exact time at a glance, as well as be a tool to help you wake up after a good night’s rest, this one too, will feature an alarm clock with snooze function. Apart from that, it also boasts of an integrated microphone so that you will be able to enjoy hands-free calls directly from the comfort of your bed. The 6 watts of stereo output from 2 high fidelity audio drivers and passive subwoofers will tickle your ears in the right direction, and with a 100 years calendar, it should outlast you as well as your next generation.
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Since Bluetooth was given an overhaul in 2010 with the 4.0 standard, it’s surged in popularity, being used in everything from wireless speakers to smartwatches. Now, the connection is getting a shot in the arm—and it should help save your battery.
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How often do you use Bluetooth connectivity in your everyday life? Well, if you are an avid fan of this kind of wireless connectivity, then I am quite sure that you would have done your bit to follow up on the various Bluetooth peripherals that have been revealed in the past, not to mention the version of Bluetooth that they support. When Bluetooth 4.0 rolled around, this wireless technology enabled one to make a leap that paved the way for low energy consumption even when they remain connected to supported accessories. This would in turn ensure that devices such as smart watches and health trackers would have a stretched out battery life. Right now, the Bluetooth SIG has made an announcement for features that are headed in the direction of Bluetooth 4.1, so let us take a closer look at what is on offer.
The version number alone would tell just what an incremental update this is, but do expect a few changes to be made that are for the better. A trio of what some might call “major usability updates” would be “coexistence”, where it allows Bluetooth and LTE radios to communicate with one another when coordinating transmissions, which on paper, would decrease the likelihood of near-band interference. Other than that, “better connections” refer to flexible reconnection intervals, while “improved data transfer” opens up the door to a more efficient data transfer mechanism. Time to sit tight and see what kind of peripherals will support the new standard!
Bluetooth 4.1 Features Revealed original content from Ubergizmo. 
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Everybody and their mother has brought an activity tracker to market in the last year, but it actually makes sense that Polar—a company with a long history making heart rate monitors—would get into the game. Unfortunately, their first stab at a fitness monitor feels more like a first-draft.
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Bluetooth is making a play for being the wireless glue that holds the future smart home together, with the Bluetooth 4.1 Core Specification adding key technologies to support the Internet of Things (IoT). Aiming to make Bluetooth 4.1 more flexible in how devices like wearables, web-enabled appliances, smartphones, and other gadgets reconnect when they move […]
This week we’re getting another look at the Qualcomm Toq smartwatch, a device that was revealed by the processor manufacturer earlier this year. This device was revealed on the same day the Samsung Galaxy Gear was shown off, the Samsung device aimed at consumers, the Qualcomm device directed at a crowd that’s made up of […]
Sennheiser, a name that has been well known when it comes to audio solutions for mobile devices, is back with yet another premium headset solution that they call the PRESENCE. PRESENCE is a premium quality mobile headset, where it offers up a solution for consumers and business professionals who will not do with anything less other than outstanding sound quality and HD voice clarity, regardless of whether they are around the office, in the car or outdoors. PRESENCE will pack the latest Bluetooth 4.0 technology, where it will also be accompanied by Sennheiser’s new SpeakFocus and WindSafe technologies.
The PRESENCE mobile headset is said to be able to ensure sonic clarity and outstanding audio quality regardless of the environment that you are in, all the while arriving in a slim and aesthetically attractive design which is a snap to operate. You will find it arrive equipped with Sennheiser HD voice clarity, which would enable a superior listening experience. All PRESENCE headsets will also be equipped with a trio of digital microphones apart from the new SpeakFocus technology, as it is capable of detecting the user’s voice as it filters out background noise. This would enable users to make phone calls even if they are in the midst of a noisy environment, while listeners will be treated to a professional, crystal clear sound experience.
Talking on a ferry, or when you are driving with your window drawn down? Fret not, Sennheiser’s WindSafe technology would also be able to do its bit to reduce wind noise effectively, hence doing away with what can be ranked as one of the biggest annoyances for the listener over at the other end of the line. This is made possible as the PRESENCE will automatically select the best mix of the three microphones, followed by processing the sound so that it can determine the optimal way to balance and enhance the voice of the user. This would help safeguard users against hazardous noises which can also end up as dangerous to hearing, thanks to the headset’s uniquely patented ActiveGard hearing protection system.
Expect to fork out $179.95 for the Sennheiser PRESENCE if you are interested.
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The folks over at LG Electronics have just announced the most recent version of the popular Bluetooth stereo headset, calling it the LG TONE ULTRA – or the HBS-800 if model numbers are your cup of tea. The LG TONE ULTRA would arrive chock full with features, and it will definitely look set to bring listeners to greater heights as it succeeds its predecessor, the LG TONE (or the HBS-700/730), which was also a top-seller in its own right with over 2 million units sold ever since it was introduced in 2010.
The LG TONE ULTRA was specially developed to target a superior audio experience that boasts of eyebrow-raising stereo sound. Thanks to the adoption of noise reduction technology that they have called ambient noise cancellation (ANC), the LG TONE ULTRA is able to block out background noise, so that you, the listener, will be able to enjoy 100% focus on the music or conversation itself without any external distractions. Not only that, it also comes with an ergonomic 3D Neck Behind design that can be found in previous models, and it has also picked up a 2013 Red Dot Design Award that truly recognizes its ergonomics and aesthetic appeal. Expect it to arrive before the year is over in various regions worldwide. [Press Release
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Have you heard of MuseMini before? They happen to be the ones behind a slew of wireless audio accessories which will target those who live out the active lifestyle. This time around, MuseMini has announced the availability of the ClipR, which is a device that will enable users to be able to take full control of their wireless lifestyle, where just about anything that has a 3.5mm audio jack can be transformed to feature Bluetooth and NFC connectivity, allowing it to play nice with all of the newer devices that offer such connectivity options, too. I know, it sure as heck sounds like magic, no?
The ClipR has been carefully engineered so that it can produce rich audio sound transmission to just about any audio output. All that the user will need to do is to hook up the corded accessory into the ClipR using the 3.5mm jack, and to pair it to any NFC or Bluetooth compatible device. In fact, you are able to pair up to 6 devices, while the FutureConnect feature enables you to experience music unlike you ever have in the past via a Bluetooth adaptor, and heck, why not opt to hook it up to your home stereo system as well?
The ClipR has been designed to be used in the home, on the road or even when you are outdoors, and it will also come coated with a special rubber polymer which is touted to be tough enough to be used when ripping the slopes or running the trail. Apart from that, it will also be 100 percent splash proof for that added peace of mind. Just how small is it? Being roughly the size of a half dollar, it is tiny and compact enough to be discreetly clipped anywhere so that it will remain unobtrusive. Truly big performance for such a small device. Boasting built-in controls, users are able to control the tracks, volume and phone right from the palm of their hand. You can pick up the ClipR for $39.99, where it will come in black at the moment, although teal, red, army green and mimosa will be part of the color choices by the time the holiday season arrives.
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