Bluetooth is a communications protocol primarily designed for low power consumption with a transmission range of approximately 30 ft. Bluetooth uses a radio communications system that doesn't require to be in line of sight with other bluetooth enabled devices. To use a Bluetooth headset the device must be compatible with certain Bluetooth profiles. This technology is useful when transferring information between two or more devices that are within close proximity in low-bandwidth applications. Bluetooth is used in many cellular phones, printers, modems, bluetooth headsets, portable audio players, and a variety of other electronic devices. Bluetooth is most commonly used for voice transmission with cell phones through a Bluetooth headset for hands-free communication.
The name Bluetooth originated from a late 10th century king, Harald Bluetooth, King of Denmark and Norway who is known for his unification of previously warring tribes from the area where Bluetooth technology was originally invented. Bluetooth likewise was intended to unify different technologies. -Wikipedia- |