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    What's the big deal about Bluetooth?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by mrivnie, Apr 10, 2005.

  1. mrivnie

    mrivnie Newbie

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    Obviously, I'm out of the loop. I've vaguely heard of Bluetooth, but don't really know anything about it or what the big deal is about it. Can anyone clue me in? Is it a must-have if you want wireless stuff now?


    Mel
    a newbie
     
    mrivnie, Apr 10, 2005
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  2. LaZzZy_Dude

    LaZzZy_Dude Notebook Evangelist

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    Nope not a must have...But it's nice to have it....bluetooth will NEVER be implemented as like in EUROPE...
     
    LaZzZy_Dude, Apr 10, 2005
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  3. Brian

    Brian Working at 486 Speed NBR Reviewer

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    It's a short range wireless protocol. I use it to sync my phone to my computer without wires. I also use it with a mouse and keyboard while at my desk. On the road I can use my mobile phone as a modem, again all without wires. There are tons of applications, my favorite one being wireless headset for my mobile phone.

    Brian

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    Brian, Apr 10, 2005
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    It's like IrDA except much higher bandwidth, safer and longer reach.
     
    ThomasN, Apr 11, 2005
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  5. AdvidG

    AdvidG Notebook Consultant

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    Bluetooth....8-track...LaserDisc...Beta..."New" Coke and ect.
    Things that just...never...
    Ah... the memorys [ :D]

    Sir...please hold off a bit and place your credit card back in your wallet.

    A new stranger is coming to town...Wireless Usb.

    Let's just see how the showdown pans out, first...[ ;)]

    http://www.engadget.com/entry/1234000960039703/
     
    AdvidG, Apr 13, 2005
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  6. Brian

    Brian Working at 486 Speed NBR Reviewer

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    Wireless USB is a good concept but it won't replace Bluetooth. I wouldn't wait to see how this pans out to adopt Bluetooth.

    Brian

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    Brian, Apr 13, 2005
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    Don't forget the connection between the phone and a bluetooth earpiece. No worry about getting the wire caught on the steering wheel and having the ear piece ripped out of your ear when you turn a corner. Not that that has happened to me. [ :eek:)]
     
    AgresticGuy, Apr 14, 2005
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  8. AdvidG

    AdvidG Notebook Consultant

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    Yes...you are correct sir Brian.

    Wireless Usb will not replace Bluetooth.

    It's just, many more people are familiar with USB...good or bad.
    I perdict wider acceptance and support of a wireless version of it.

    Soon, just like flash card rage going on now, It will turn to: wireless Usb... Everything!

    Mice, trackballs, earpieces, headphones, Printers, remotes, Cellphones...ect.

    It's just another 'flash' in the pan of marketing forcing upgrade. Making the already rich, richer and fatter (...finding it harder to squeeze their bulk behind the steering wheels of their already oversized SUV/truck status symbols).[:0]

    Better...: ? (I'll only hope the set up is easier than Bluetooth and less 'lossy' signal)
     
    AdvidG, Apr 14, 2005
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  9. Brian

    Brian Working at 486 Speed NBR Reviewer

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    Are you calling me fat? LOL



    Brian

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    Brian, Apr 14, 2005
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  10. AdvidG

    AdvidG Notebook Consultant

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    Of course not!
    I hardly know you....but you ARE a fan of Bluetooth...so....[ :D][ :eek:)]
     
    AdvidG, Apr 16, 2005
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