- July 30, 2021
- Jason Marcel
- Bluetooth LE, Broadcast, Device Networks, Digital Key, Location Services, Mesh
The Bluetooth® developer community is always pushing the technology forward, and this summer has been no different. Their innovation serves as an ongoing reminder of how Bluetooth technology is being used to create a more connected world, free from wires.
Here are just a few of the announcements from this summer.
How Bluetooth LE is Improving Bricks-and-Mortar Retail for Consumers and Stores
This article highlights how low-power, short-range wireless tech is still only scratching the surface of the multitrillion-dollar global retail industry. Read more.
High Accuracy Distance Measurement Demo for Keyless Entry Systems
In this technology demo, Lambda:4 shows their phase-based ranging with a standard Bluetooth chip (TI CC2652) for keyless entry systems. Watch the video.
UO and BetterBricks Champion Luminaire-Level SSL Controls for Commercial Applications (UPDATED)
This look at a new white paper from the University of Oregon and the BetterBricks initiative highlights how Bluetooth® technology and luminaire-level lighting controls maximize the energy savings opportunity of solid-state lighting (SSL) while also providing the backbone for applications, including optimization of space in buildings, indoor wayfinding, and integration with other building systems. Read more.
Construction Technology and Software Rundown: July 9, 2021
In this technology and software rundown, Bluetooth Mesh is listed as an innovative technology in a construction setting that can build an ecosystem for the job site by connecting devices such as lighting, tools, and machinery to increase speed, efficiency, and safety. Read more.
Understanding Bluetooth® Internet Gateways for IoT Solutions
Watch to learn about Bluetooth Internet Gateways and come to understand their requirements, architecture, and implementation. Watch the video.
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