Bluetooth Devices
Short-wave radios be gone – Bluetooth takes a bite out of wireless
Bluetooth uses wireless technology to allow users to listen to music, talk on a mobile phone or use a computer or other devices without having to be plugged in. It uses a low-power, robust wireless frequency to connect devices to each other. For example, a user can skip the computer and connect directly to a printer, printing pictures without having to use any computer software. Users can also load music onto their mp3 players and listen to it without having to deal with pesky headphone cords. As well, a Bluetooth wireless device really shines in a workplace setting – it allows a business user to work ergonomically without being tripped up by cords. Bluetooth differs from regular wireless in that it's more of a short-wave solution – it uses less power, but it can't be used outside of its range.
You can find Bluetooth in almost everything these days, including the car and home office. Many cell phones now include Bluetooth headsets so that you can talk hands-free wherever you are. Even hearing aids and gaming devices are now connecting to Bluetooth so that users can be on the move and still connected to their technology. If you don't have Bluetooth already built in, no matter – you can use a Bluetooth adapter to connect.
Must-Have Features
- Bluetooth headsets for mobile phones
- Bluetooth adapter
- Bluetooth printer
Major Considerations
- How often do you work in a home office or in a car where wires are inconvenient?
- Are you a multi-tasker?
- Do you use a lot of wireless technology?
Common Accessories or Add-Ons
- Headsets
- Adapters
- Phones
Price Range
Bluetooth products range in price depending on what it is you want to buy. For instance, headsets will range from $10 to $80 online, and adapters will range from $20 to $80. Bluetooth phones will range depending on the phone manufacturer's prices.
Summary
If you want to work and play without wires, Bluetooth technology is the way to go. Using low power and a frequency wireless wave, Bluetooth allows users to connect to other devices that are in close proximity without using wires. This increases productivity and allows people to access their technology on the go.
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